getting divorced not sure what to do

[lovingbostonmom]

What is the name of your state (only U.S. law)? massachusetts. is anyone here familar with mass divorce laws? my husband and i recently seperated and i had some questions. how long do we have to be residents of the state before we can file? how long does it take to get a legal seperation? and can i get one if im pregnant? does adultry have an impact on this? any info would help, thanks

 

[mistoffolees]

Most of the questions can be very easily answered with a Google search - or search this site.
Massachusetts Divorce Laws - Massachusetts State Divorce Laws

You won't be able to get a divorce if you're pregnant.

 

[lovingbostonmom]

what if he takes the kids?

Most of the questions can be very easily answered with a Google search - or search this site.
Massachusetts Divorce Laws - Massachusetts State Divorce Laws

You won't be able to get a divorce if you're pregnant.

we have two children together, is there anything i can do if he takes them and doesnt bring them back? and if i get an abortion will that work against me?

 

[mistoffolees]

we have two children together, is there anything i can do if he takes them and doesnt bring them back? and if i get an abortion will that work against me?

Yes. If he takes the children, you can go to court and ask for custody.

 

[lovingbostonmom]

he can get custody too?

Yes. If he takes the children, you can go to court and ask for custody.

and he can too right since he is their father? hes a wonderful father, just a lousy husband

 

[mistoffolees]

and he can too right since he is their father? hes a wonderful father, just a lousy husband

Exactly. You both have equal rights. It will be up to the court to decide which of you would provide a better home for the kid(s) - or if you should share custody.

Usually, it's better to reach an agreement than to rely on the court to do it.

 

[Zigner]

...and having an abortion won't affect this.

 

[Just Blue]

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