Marta J. Papa, Law Offices

Marta J. Papa, P.C.

5 Tips to Hire the Best Lawyer for Your Case

The legal system can be intimidating, and anyone who is contemplating filing a lawsuit should think long and hard about finding the right attorney to guide them through the process. Selecting a lawyer can be even more stressful when you didn’t file the lawsuit and you’re the person being sued. Selecting an attorney is a very personal choice that…

Five Ways to Save Your Money in a Divorce Case

Divorce can be a traumatic experience in which every aspect of a person’s life is on display and the concept of “privacy” is lost. Lawyers and Judges assess your personal life, your property, your finances, your relationship with your children… It can be overwhelming and can feel like you have no control over any part of…

Mediation: What it IS, What it ISN’T, and How it can help YOU

Mature couple signing contract in mediator’s office In my office, we help couples and individuals plan their future after divorce using family law litigation and mediation. Most people can quickly understand the idea of traditional litigation, but mediation can be a bit more challenging to describe. Mediation is a lot of things… it is a conversation……

Domestic Violence and Order of Protection: What you Need to Know

Domestic violence is a harsh reality for families everywhere. This reality has become even more prevalent in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic which has made it more difficult than ever for victims to escape from their abusers. Domestic violence survivors, usually women and children, often cannot find an escape from chaos and fear of…

Is Divorce Mediation Right for Me

The choice of whether to divorce a spouse is an incredibly significant decision that often comes after years of consideration. The decision is so important that as people think, “should I get a divorce?” they rarely think, “how should I get a divorce?” Choosing between traditional divorce litigation and divorce mediation can have just as great an impact…

What if Your Divorce Could Make You a Better Parent?

Family broke up, divorce, co-parenting Many people approach divorce as an “escape hatch” from a difficult relationship, and assume that after the divorce they will never have to have another tough conversation with their ex. It comes as a surprise to them that, if they share children, they will be co-parenting with their ex-spouse for…

It’s Tax Time: Income Tax Issues for the Recently Divorced

The year after being divorced is a period of “firsts”, where you adjust to your new life and relearn how to do things that you may have taken for granted. Many of our clients worry as April 15th approaches and they realize that they have questions on how to file their annual income tax return….