Recent Articles

Pornography and Divorce

Nancy Van Tine
March 08, 2012 18:38

Hi there, The last couple of times that I have been asked to be interviewed on television and on the Internet, the interviewer has been interested in stories of cheating spouses.  The recent interview on the Internet was about how Facebook relationships have affected...

Video Interview: Discussing Facebook and Divorce with LXBN TV

Nancy Van Tine
March 01, 2012 19:38

Hi there! Earlier this week I had the opportunity to discuss the subject of "Facebook and divorce" with Colin O'Keefe of LXBN TV. In our interview, I explain how frequently Facebook plays a role in divorces, how it's used in divorce proceedings and how couples can maintain a healthy...

Three changes in Massachusetts Alimony Law

Nancy Van Tine
February 22, 2012 19:32

Hi there, If you are just starting the divorce process, or you have been divorced for years, March 1, 2012 is an important date.  On that day the Massachusetts Alimony Reform Act goes into effect.  While we don’t know how time or how judges' interpretations of the law will...

Divorce-related articles on Twitter

Nancy Van Tine
February 08, 2012 18:41

Hi there, I'm on vacation, and since I can't stand to not work (I know, I know) I have been trying to improve my Twitter skills. I just started on Twitter in December and am thrilled at the amount of information at my fingertips.  I probably "retweet" four or five excellent...

California's 9th Circuit Has Ruled...

Nancy Van Tine
February 07, 2012 21:23

Hi there, The federal 9th circuit, which admittedly is one of the most liberal courts in the country, has just ruled California's ban on same sex marriage is unconstitutional. I think this pretty much gurantees a Supreme Court hearing.  In any case, it's good news! Best, Nancy

Involuntary Abortion

Nancy Van Tine
January 25, 2012 21:26

Hi there, A really shocking guardianship case was overturned by the Appeals Court last week.  This kind of sad family problem can come up in divorce cases more frequently than in the general population  because parents with disabled children are statistically more likely to...

Terrific Thoughts on Lawyering

Nancy Van Tine
January 17, 2012 17:21

Hi there, I should have put up a post on Martin Luther King Day, but I didn't.  Then this morning Tax Girl had a truly wonderful post about being a lawyer, and Dr. King.  I am simply linking to this because it epitomizes for me (and I am sure for many of us) what being a lawyer...

Divorce Valuation Rules Reaffirmed

Nancy Van Tine
January 12, 2012 21:35

Hi there, Today the Massachusetts Appeals Court (the second highest court in the state) overturned a divorce judgment in the Caveney case dealing with valuation of interests in closely held businesses.  In the process they clarified the standard to be used for divorce purposes in...

Top Twelve Tweets of Twistmas... did I really write that???

Nancy Van Tine
December 16, 2011 16:28

Hi there, I have been struggling to learn how to tweet (I can't tell you how I shudder to use that word; my English teacher mother is rolling in her grave).  Despite my whining I am truly addicted to how much information you can get on Twitter, and keep getting on an ongoing...

Planning For The Future When You Have A Disabled Child

Nancy Van Tine
December 12, 2011 14:50

Hi there, Divorce is even tougher if you have special needs children.  They need more stability and the divorce agreement should reflect their needs.  My very skilled colleague, Elizabeth Crowley, has written a great post on special needs trusts, which are as necessary in a divorced...