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Massachusetts Divorce Information Property Ownership For Divorce Purposes Equitable distribution state, which means the court has the authority to divide marital property in any manner which is "equitable" or "just," and not necessarily 50/50. Marital fault can be considered when dividing property in Massachusetts. What Property is Divided? "Kitchen sink" state. All property owned by either spouse, no matter when or how acquired, is considered marital property and subject to division in a divorce. Alimony At the court's discretion. Marital fault can be considered. Terminates upon the death of either party, and upon the receiving party's remarriage. Child Support Income shares method, which means the income of both parents is considered. Emancipation is age 18, though can be extended to 23 if a full time student. Court may order payment of college education costs. Child Support Calculator. Child Support Enforcement The Massachusetts child support enforcement agency can be found at: Divorce Related Statutes For Massachusetts Click below for the General Laws of Massachusetts, and then scroll down to Title III, starting with Chapter 207. http://www.mass.gov/legis/laws/mgl/gl-pt2-toc.htm Other Resources The Divorce Financial Survival Series |