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Help a Friend Facing divorce…
When a Friend Says: “I think I am getting divorced…” It’s tough to hear—especially from someone you care about. You want to help, but without: Getting “in the middle” Speaking ill of their spouse Offending their spouse Here’s one idea that has helped others in your friend’s situation: suggest they look into a Reconciliation Agreement.…
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SAVING YOUR MARRIAGE– RECONCILIATION AGREEMENTS IN MASSACHUSETTS
Massachusetts law permits couples to create Reconciliation Agreements, also known as postnuptial or marital agreements. These agreements aim to improve a marriage by outlining a plan should reconciliation fail. The agreements essentially prepare for a potential divorce while attempting to salvage the marriage. This legal tool provides a structured approach to resolving marital issues,…
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A Divorce Reconciliation Agreement Could Save Your Marriage?
Paraphrased from the Supreme Judicial Court case of Ansin v. Craven-Ansin: A ‘reconciliation agreement’ or ‘postnuptial’ or ‘marital’ agreement is an ‘agreement between spouses who plan to continue their marriage’; it alters or confirms the legal rights and obligations that would otherwise arise under divorce law. It is hoped that in some cases the agreement…
