– Updated 4/28/2020 Per Order of the Supreme Judicial Court on April 1, 2020, courthouses will continue to be closed to the public except to conduct emergency hearings that cannot be resolved virtually (i.e., by telephone, videoconference, email, or comparable means, or through the electronic filing system) until at least June 1st, 2020. Read the…
For both mothers and fathers in Massachusetts, particularly those who are not married, paternity is a big issue that, sometimes, requires the intervention of a court to resolve. At the Law Office of Heather M. Ward, our paternity attorney can help you to understand paternity issues and navigate any paternity issues that are affecting you…
Maintaining a healthy marriage is a lot of work and, sometimes, even with the best of intentions and efforts, marriages fail. At the Law Office of Heather M. Ward, our Cape Cod divorce lawyer understands the emotional and financial implications of divorce, and knows that having an advocate on your side can prove helpful throughout…
For many people, a vacation home is more than just a property: it’s a place full of nostalgic memories, a place that triggers emotions and thoughts of family and friends, and a home that one plans to return to time and time again. Which is why in a divorce, the issue of selling or splitting…
While Hyannis is arguably one of the most beautiful places in all of Massachusetts, renowned for its beaches and harbor, even those who live in this picturesque place may experience discord in their marriage. If you are thinking about filing for divorce and permanently separating from your spouse, working with a Hyannis divorce lawyer from…
If you’re thinking about getting a divorce in Massachusetts, you may be on the fence about whether or not you need a divorce lawyer. By understanding what a divorce lawyer does, you may be better able to make a decision about whether or not working with a divorce lawyer is right for you. Here’s an…
For parents who are divorced, child custody can be a contentious issue. Especially during summer vacation and during the holidays when parents want to take trips, the issue of child custody can be very stressful. If you’re a parent in Massachusetts who is divorced and has questions about child custody and vacation, it’s best to…
Couples who are legally separating in Massachusetts must reach an agreement about the division of assets, including any real property, and debts before their divorce can be finalized. For high-asset individuals and marriages, divvying up assets can prove complicated. If you and/or your spouse own a vacation property, here’s a look into how property division…
While you may be more than ready to terminate your relationship with your spouse and move forward with your life independently, unfortunately, the process of settling a divorce can take many months. Attorney Heather M. Ward can help you to understand the divorce settlement process, including issues that must be resolved before your divorce can…
As you and your partner plan for your wedding, you have a lot of things to think about: What will you wear? Who will be on the guest list? Where will the venue be? And more. As you make these decisions, you might also consider forming a prenuptial agreement. For all couples, prenuptial agreements can…
