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Back to School Child Custody Disputes in Massachusetts: School Choice, Activities, and Schedule Changes
August can be stressful for any parent. New school schedules arrive. Sports and clubs start. Bus routes change. Teachers send forms. Children may need earlier bedtimes, different pickup plans, or more homework help. For divorced or separated parents, those...
Are Your ChatGPT Conversations Private in a Divorce? A Direct Answer for Massachusetts Residents
Most ChatGPT conversations are private and not public. However, being private does not mean they are protected from being used in a divorce case. If a ChatGPT conversation involves money, parenting, threats, hidden property, substance use, plans to move with a child,...
Massachusetts Inheritance Laws: 10 Things Every South Shore Family Should Know
Losing a loved one is never an easy transition. Between the emotional weight of grief and the sudden logistical demands of settling an estate, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the complexities of the law. Whether you are in Hingham, Norwell, Duxbury, or anywhere...
The Post-Tax Day Audit: A Strategic Guide to Divorce Preparation on the South Shore
After the mid-April tax deadline, many South Shore residents, from Duxbury to Hingham and Norwell, have a clearer view of their finances. Spring is often a time for cleaning, but for those considering big life changes, it’s also a smart moment to get legal and...
Financial Restraining Orders in Massachusetts Divorce: A Guide for South Shore Families
Divorce is a major life change. It affects your heart and your head. It also affects your wallet. Many people in the South Shore region worry about money when they decide to end a marriage. They wonder if their spouse will empty the bank accounts. They worry about...
What Happens If You Lie Under Oath in Family Court in Massachusetts?
Family court proceedings on the South Shore, whether in Hingham, Plymouth, Norwell, or elsewhere in Plymouth County, bring strong emotions and high stakes. Custody fights or securing your financial future in a divorce can feel overwhelming. Lying under oath in the...
New Year, New You: Seven Divorce and Family Law Changes South Shore Families Will Face in 2026
A new year often leads people to reflect and make tough decisions. As 2026 starts, families on the South Shore of Massachusetts are rethinking their lives, finances, and plans for the future. In towns like Hingham, Braintree, and Quincy, higher housing costs, changes...
Sawin Law, P.C. 2025 Year-End Review: Gratitude, Growth, and a Strong Future for the South Shore
As 2025 comes to an end, all of us at Sawin Law, P.C. want to say thank you for placing your trust in us this year. We understand that reaching out to a family law attorney is rarely easy. Often, it happens during a deeply personal and emotional season of life. We...