Skip Navigation
hero default

Insights

Filter By
Last Will & Testament

03/18/26  |  Estate Planning

What Happens If Someone Passes Away Without a Will in Massachusetts?

Not everyone takes the time to create an estate plan, so what happens if someone passes away without a will in Massachusetts? In this blog, a Massachusetts estate planning attorney from Cohen…

Person talking to an attorney about setting up a trust.

03/11/26  |  Estate Planning

Can You Set Up a Trust Without an Attorney

Balancing everyday expenses with the investment needed to create a solid estate plan can have you facing hard decisions. You may need skilled guidance when it comes to protecting your assets, but…

How to choose a trustee

03/04/26  |  Estate Planning

How to Choose the Right Trustee for Your Trust in Massachusetts

Creating a trust as part of your estate plan can bring significant benefits to you and your family members, but it’s vital that you carefully consider who will manage it. Trusts require…

Calculating child support

02/25/26  |  Child Support Lawyer

How is Child Support Calculated in Massachusetts?

It can seem like the method of calculating child support is arbitrary. However, the Massachusetts child support lawyers with Cohen Cleary, P.C. have years of experience in helping clients calculate a child…

Child custody violation

02/18/26  |  Child custody and visitation

What to Do If Your Co-Parent Violates a Custody Order in Massachusetts

A custody order from the judge is legally binding. This means you and your coparent are required to abide by it. While the court is unlikely to take action when someone is…

AdobeStock 450080192 (1)

02/11/26  |  Child custody and visitation

What Are the Best Communication Tools and Apps For Co-Parenting?

Co-parenting is challenging for most parents, and this is especially true when each parent is trying to manage their own household. When you are trying to work around several schedules and needs,…

Person discussing their divorce with an AI chatbot

02/04/26  |  Divorce

The Hidden Dangers of Using AI to “Vent” During Divorce

Divorce is often a lonely and stressful process, and for many, AI programs can feel like a good way to work through some of those negative feelings. Doing so may make you…

Rear elevation of beautiful home with landscaped garden.

01/28/26  |  Debt defense and settlement of debt

Understanding the Recent Changes to the Massachusetts Homestead Protection Act

The Massachusetts Homestead Protection Act offers vital protection for homeowners, safeguarding their primary residence from certain creditors. This law provides peace of mind, especially in times of financial hardship or legal disputes.…

Close up hands tied up handcuffs in behind his body. Arrested ma

01/13/26  |  Criminal defense

So, You Have Been Charged with a Crime: Important Issues, Considerations, and the Benefits of Quickly Hiring a Criminal Defense Attorney

Being charged with a crime can be one of the most stressful and overwhelming experiences of your life. You may feel confused, anxious, and unsure of your next steps. While this is…

a lonely sad kid being bullied from his mates. A bullying scene

01/13/26  |  Education Law

A Parent’s Guide to Addressing Bullying in Schools: Legal Rights and Options

Bullying in schools remains a significant issue, impacting countless children and families across Massachusetts and beyond. For parents, witnessing a child suffer at the hands of bullies can be heartbreaking and frustrating,…