Massachusetts Probate & Family Court Suspends Requirement for Parenting Education Classes

Massachusetts Probate & Family Court Suspends Requirement for Parenting Education Classes

On July 8, 2021 Chief Justice John Casey of the MA Probate and Family Courts announced a suspension to the requirement for divorcing parents to complete the mandatory parent education program specified in the court’s Standing Order 2-16, Parent Education Program Attendance, issued in 2016.

The announcement surprised many...

Thursday, July 29, 2021

Hiring a Mediator for Your Coronavirus Divorce

couple meeting with mediator.jpg Hiring a Mediator for Your Coronavirus Divorce

by Devlin Farmer

Right now, more than ever, mediation can assist with family restructuring. The courts are backed up and families are under tremendous stress under one roof. The good news is that the entire process of a divorce or separation can now be done online (Zoom); and a mediator can help. A mediator can also be the best way to avoid the stress, damage and cost of a court battle.

How do you choose a mediator? Is it safe to google “mediator” and pick one? When it comes to getting divorced, you don’t want to cut corners making decisions about your children’s custody, child support, your retirement accounts or who gets the marital home. Do it right. Find a qualified, competent and compassionate mediator. A little research into finding the right person will go a long way.

Tuesday, November 3, 2020