When two parties to divorce proceedings resolve their disputes and enter into a written agreement to resolve some of the outstanding issues in their case, they submit the agreement to their family law judge for review and authorization. Agreements are offered to the court to include or merge the agreement in a divorce decision presented as a defence against a party`s request to amend the agreement, or when a party attempts to amend or enforce the agreement. There is no formal separation procedure in Massachusetts. However, a separated or separated person may submit a separate support. A person will often seek separate help if they wish to live apart from their spouse, but have not devoted themselves entirely to the idea of divorce. The application must have a „justified cause,“ such as Z.B. Desertion, abuse or adultery. Whether you are considering a divorce or separation, in most situations it is advisable to have a lawyer by your side. With infinity Law Group, we can help you through the various processes that apply to your situation and help you get the best possible result for your family.
Contact us to set up a free consultation. If you enter into a „separation agreement“ (more detailed on question 8) without submitting it to the court, it is a contract between you and your spouse. This is not a court decision. While it is not a bad idea to have a contract, it can be difficult to impose it; Therefore, you will probably want to present your agreement with the court and ask the judge to follow you and your spouse. To make sure you are doing the right thing, you should seek independent legal assistance before signing the contract. Under Massachusetts law, you have the right to represent yourself in a courtroom on all legal matters, including divorce. However, it is only in certain circumstances that it is advisable to go „pro se“ (literally „for himself“) to obtain a divorce. Then the judge will ask the parties about the agreement to make sure it is fair and reasonable. They will ensure that both parties have read the agreement and understand it. If there are waivers of ownership or support, the judge will ask questions about these factors to ensure that both parties are fully satisfied with what they have agreed.