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1A vs. 1B Divorce in Massachusetts: What Is the Difference?

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A 1A divorce starts with both spouses filing together and submitting a written agreement. A 1B divorce starts with one spouse filing a complaint when the complete agreement needed for a joint filing is not in place. Both procedures are Massachusetts no-fault divorces based on an irretrievable breakdown of the marriage. The distinction matters because […]

What If a Judge Does Not Approve a Massachusetts Separation Agreement

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Signing a separation agreement is an important step in an uncontested divorce, but it does not guarantee that the judge will approve every provision. At the hearing, the court reviews the agreement and may ask questions about financial disclosure, support, property, parenting arrangements, or unclear language. A request for clarification or revision does not always […]

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