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Common Misconceptions About Alimony in Middlesex County

Posted on February 8, 2024

Spouses whose marriages are ending know that alimony will probably come up. Whether you are the spouse seeking alimony, or the one from whom it is sought, you may naturally equate alimony with divorce. However, there are many myths that surround spousal support. If you and your spouse are in the...

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Cost of Living Adjustments and Alimony in Middlesex County

Posted on February 1, 2024

Alimony is intended to help a financially dependent spouse adjust to life after divorce by being able to afford basic living expenses, pay bills, and generally enjoy (to the extent possible) the standard of living that was present during the marriage. But times change and so do expenses, and the amount...

Update: USCIS Poised to Increase Immigration Filing Fees

Posted on January 26, 2024

The USCIS has updated its immigration filing fees, as per the final rule published on January 30, 2024. This adjustment, the first in eight years, is designed to support the operational costs of USCIS, funded entirely by user fees. With the publication in the Federal Register, the new fees are set...

Presenting Divorce Mediation Services From LaFountain and Wollman P.C.

Posted on November 13, 2023

Have LaFountain and Wollman P.C.'s Team Mediate Your Divorce At LaFountain and Wollman P.C., we know first-hand that divorce is a stressful process that can put a strain on your mental health. After practicing family law for years, we've come to understand the emotional process that many of our clients go through during a...

What Does A Family Law Attorney Do?

Posted on November 1, 2023

Avoid Infighting by Hiring A Family Law Attorney To many people, attorneys and the courtroom are synonymous. It is difficult to separate one from the other, despite most attorneys doing much of their work outside the courtroom. A family law attorney, for example, may spend much of their time interacting with a client's family...

Do You Need A Real Estate Lawyer?

Posted on October 24, 2023

After years of hard work and saving every penny, you've finally begun taking the first steps toward buying your dream home. The only issue is that planning everything is much more complicated than anyone ever prepared for. Between all the contracts, interest rates, and mortgage insurers, there's hardly time to think about the paint...

When Should You Hire A Family Law Attorney?

Posted on October 17, 2023

Every family has its highs and lows. Everything may seem okay at one point, but who's got your back during the difficult times? If you're dealing with family matters that can be taken to court, you need a trusted family law attorney. For example, many problems like divorce and domestic violence require the...

Do You Need A Divorce Lawyer?

Posted on September 26, 2023

Protect Yourself With The Proper Lawyer A divorce is not the end of the world, but it can feel like it. It is not uncommon for people to find themselves at their wit's end when facing the end of their marriage. At times such as these, you need someone capable of navigating the dark waters...

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Divorce Can Be Inexpensive And Fast

Posted on September 21, 2023

An Uncontested Divorce Makes Things Easy It is not uncommon for web partners to both conclude that divorce is inevitable. If both sides are in agreement, then it is easy to come to an understanding of what comes next. When that occurs, quickly getting the process over can save many months' worth of stress...

Coronavirus (COVID-19) Business Impact

Posted on April 16, 2021

Coronavirus (COVID-19) Business Impact With vaccines rolling out, we hope to see a return to a sense of normalcy throughout the state. However, LaFountain & Wollman, P.C. is maintaining close monitoring of the current novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic in Massachusetts. We are proactively taking measures to ensure business continuity...