COVID-19 UPDATE
The COVID situation continues to evolve. If you have a case pending before the courts with us, please reach out to us and we will keep you updated on your case.
If you are wondering how the courts are affected by ongoing COVID situations, visit our link Christine’s Resources. On this link you will see our listing of government sites and courts. They are the best way to keep up to date with the court schedules. On this page is a brief compilation of all associated links, for Massachusetts and for New Hampshire. There are many directives, and resources, for you listed here. As always, feel free to call the office with your specific questions concerning your case at (978) 225-0661 or (603) 373-0545 or email me at christine@cgdlegal.com
If you have questions regarding your case, call your attorney or the Clerk’s Office (in MA) or the court’s toll-free hotline in NH (855-212-1234).
Family Law: How to Choose Your Attorney
What Does Full Disclosure Mean for My Divorce?
I Want to Fire My Lawyer!
New Child Support Guidelines 2017 – Part 2
Family Vacation After the Divorce
Legal Lessons From a Mistress
Kid’s Corner: The “Don’ts”
Blanchette: Case on Appeal
Brangelina: What If They Divorced in Massachusetts?
Visitation Part 2: Pick up, Drop off and Last Minute Schedule Changes
Keep Your Divorce A Private Matter
Massachusetts: The Alimony Reform Act
NH: Can I Hire an Attorney During COVID-19
The New Tax Bill & Alimony
New Hampshire Law: Alimony
Supervised Visitation: The Brad and Angelina Case
What is the role of a Guardian Ad Litem in Massachusetts?
How to Simplify Your Divorce
A Child’s Right to Decide: New Hampshire
You Want Me to Communicate with Her? You Don’t Know My Wife!
Quality Time With Kids
Parental Alienation: Divorce and Custody Series
Getting a Divorce Without Notifying the Spouse
Divorce After 50
Convicted of OUI May Get New Trial
Losing Custody of Your Child
Letting Go After Your Divorce
My best divorce advice: Don’t listen to your family & friends!
Who wants a Life Estate?
Visitation: Part 1: What happens if a parent never shows up for visitation?
Protecting Your Children From Sexual Predators – Part II
For my Massachusetts Divorce, do I need my marriage certificate?
Can you get a restraining order on behalf of your child?
Parenting During a Pandemic FAQ
Who Gets the Engagement Ring?
How to Complete a Financial Statement
Can a Child Choose Their Parent After Divorce in Massachusetts
Can my husband force me to sell our marital home?
Making an Appeal in Massachusetts
Is Sexting Cheating?
Massachusetts Divorce: “What’s this going to cost me?”
I am going to file for divorce myself. I may hire a lawyer later. However, when do I have to move out of the home?
Custody Case Takes a Turn – The Brad Pitt Saga
Can my parents get their money back that they loaned us when we got married?
Myths of Divorce
Post Divorce Parenting: Helping Your Child Succeed
Do I Need a Holiday Schedule?
Am I Going To Jail for Shoplifting?
Children and Divorce: It’s Me or Her!
Appeal a Judgment
Fight For Your Right – For Child Support
Can I stop paying my child support without going to Court?
Is Your Child Being Abused?
How to Survive the Holidays During Divorce
Wait! We Didn’t Mean to Divorce! Can’t We Get a Do-Over?
Just When We Thought He Was Beyond Reach
Using Social Media During Divorce
Surviving Divorce Through the Holidays
Creating an Irrevocable Trust Can Save Your Loved Ones
What is the Automatic Restraining Order?
Does Your Child Need Her Own Lawyer?
What is Sole Custody?
Grandparent’s Rights in Massachusetts
Domestic Abuse During a Pandemic
Massachusetts: The Annie Dookhan Drug Lab Scandal
2017 Child Support Guidelines – Overview
West Memphis 3 – Reopening of Original Murder Case
CWOF – May I have another?
COVID – The Impact on Families
It’s Vacation Time: Don’t Take it Out on the Kids
Child Support and Attribution of Income
Estate Planning: Planning Ahead
Can I Stop Him From Selling Our Home While Child Is Still in School?
Estate Planning After Divorce
Why Family Should Not Provide Your Legal Representation
What Constitutes Parental Abduction?
Can I lose my inheritance to child support?
Parenting During COVID-19
Should I Stay Married For the Sake of My Children?
Should Siblings Be Separated by Divorce
Can I get an Annulment, please?
What To Do (and Not Do) If Your Spouse Is Cheating
Substance Abuse and Parenting
Should I Use Software Law Rather than an Attorney?
What Happens If a Spouse Dies During Divorce
Custody: Can My Child Decide?
Divorce Without Consent: Can I divorce without my spouse’s consent?
New Hampshire: Child Impact Seminar – Updated Link
Communicating on Social Media During Divorce
Arsdale Appeals and Alimony
What Type of Attorney Should I Hire?
Social Media and Legal Action
Supreme Judicial Court Announces Interim Procedure for Attorney and Self-Represented Party Participation in Juror Voir Dire
Divorce and Social Media: Don’t
The Safe Driving Law in Massachusetts
Massachusetts: How does Separate Support Differ from Divorce?
Why Do I Need an Estate Plan?
The Importance of an Appeal
Should You Represent Yourself in an Appeal
Do I have to pay child support without a court order?
The Queen Had Soul But No Will
After Divorce: Why is my Child So Angry?
Can my wife take my inheritance in the divorce?
How do keep my divorce moving forward?
The Only Person that can Change a Court Order is the Court!
My ex won’t pay child support. Can I refuse to let him see the kids?
Can an Attorney Represent Both Parties in a Divorce
Parental Alienation – Things to Watch
Parental Alienation: the Aftermath
Parenting Your Special Needs Child
Estate Planning in Detail
Can You Get a Divorce Reversed?
Kid’s Corner: The “Do’s”
Missing Mollie – Trial Update
Changing Your Name After Divorce
What is a CWOF? Continuance Without a Finding
Questions You Should Ask Your Divorce Attorney
Expectations after Divorce
Legal Meaning of the Cosby Mistrial
Is It Safe To Leave an Abusive Marriage?
Absent Parents: The Parent Who Used to be Absent
Physical Custody
Statutes, Retrials & Double Jeopardy
When Children Take on Parenting: After Effects of Divorce
What does Child Support Cover: Medical Bills
If I signed my parental rights away can I get them back?
Free Consultation: Is it Worth It?
Relocating with Children After Divorce
Avoiding Legal Issues
Massachusetts Contempt: Need to Know
Should You Ask For a Lawyer?
Marital Property: What is it?
I Want Her Out Now!
Divorce: Moving on When Others Won’t
Five Tips for Attending Court
How to Build Financial Security When Facing Divorce
Who Gets Our Family Dog in the Divorce?
Prenuptial Agreements: Why Would I Want That?
Paying Child Support Without a Court Order
Protecting Your Children From Sexual Predators – Part III
Massachusetts OUI Laws
Can my spouse take my inheritance when we divorce?
Can I sign over or terminate my parental rights?
Can I Keep My Home
What Does Child Support Cover? Part I
Annulment: Legal vs Religious
Things To Know About Your Family Lawyer
Massachusetts: Parent Education Program Attendance
What are temporary orders in Massachusetts?
Filing a Protective Order: Preparing to Leave
Topics You Should Discuss With Your Divorce Lawyer
MA: Can I Hire a Lawyer During COVID-19
Re-establishing Parenting Time
Massachusetts: Joint Petition or Complaint for Divorce
Changing Attorneys Mid-Case
How to Handle a Complex Divorce
Should You Date Before Your Divorce Is Final?
5 Appeals Cases To Follow and Why
Modification: The In’s and Out’s
Massachusetts Complaint for Contempt – Serve that Summons!
I missed my (criminal) court date! What do I do?
Protecting Your Children From Sexual Predators
Can I have an attorney for mediation?
Child Support: Two Part Series on Common Issues – Intro
When to seek counseling for your child?
Save Money During Divorce
Cheating Spouse: How Do You Know?
What Happens to the Family Home in a Divorce?
Shared Physical Custody: A Growing Trend
Paternity: How can I establish paternity of my child?
My husband filed for divorce and tells me I have to leave. Do I?
Can My Childs Dad Go To NH Court for Physical Custody?
Who is Using Your DNA?
Filing a Protective Order
New Hampshire: The First Appearance
2017 Child Support Guidelines – Part 3
Can I sign away my rights to my child?
What qualities do I look for when hiring an attorney?
How do you defeat a prenuptial agreement? (The Bobby Flay Story)
Should my Ex’s New Girlfriend/Boyfriend visit with my child?
Should I contact an Attorney about Divorce?
Can I be arrested for a warrant in Massachusetts if I go to the local DMV in Massachusetts?
Divorce and Drama…oh the Drama!
MA Practice Areas
NH Practice Areas
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