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Hello.
This forum is for the discussion of topics regarding activities of "Massachusetts Alimony Reform", a chapter of The Alliance based in Massachusetts.
The Mass Alimony Reform Web site has been greatly improved and updated recently. If you have not visited in a while consider paying them a visit:
http://www.massalimonyreform.org/
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2nd wives: your help is needed
| Quote: | A call to action!
It is time for the 2nd Wives, female partners, sisters, mothers and all interested woman to make their voices heard and use your influence to push our Alimony Reform legislation through to passage. Gentlemen, please ask the women in your life to help, forward this email and personally ask for their support. Five minutes of your time could make the difference. Please read on to see what you can do.
The month of January was an incredible success for Mass Alimony Reform. Through the efforts of our membership and Leadership Team, MAR was able to get new legislation filed and obtain 72 co-sponsors, which is almost a historical number of co-sponsors for proposed legislation. You can read HB 1785 on our website, www.massalimonyreform.org
One interesting fact that has been reinforced time and time again is that women seem to be more successful in gaining the attention of legislators then men are. My experience is that 2 women sitting opposite a legislator educating them on the injustice of our current alimony laws is much less confrontational then 2 or 3 men – women don’t carry the stigma of “he must have done something to deserve it”.
The 2nd Wives need to use this bias to our advantage to help ourselves and those we love who are sentenced to unreasonable alimony obligations.
Although January was a high point in our efforts, it was only the beginning; we now need to influence the Judiciary Committee to hear HB 1785 in an expedient manner, we need to meet with each member of the Judiciary to educate them on the reality of alimony in Massachusetts.
Deb is organizing the effort to write, email, and meet with every member of the Judiciary and Chair of the Senate and House of Representatives to educate them on our legislation – this is a very doable task if we all help, 5 minutes of your time or visiting the State House, every effort helps.
Please email Deb at: MA2ndWifes@gmail.com ; it would be helpful if you could send your full name and address and contact information.
Steve Hitner, President
MASS ALIMONY REFORM
steveh@massalimonyreform.org
www.massalimonyreform.org
Our Mission: To Promote Peace, Independence, and
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Rudolph F. Pierce v. Carneice G. Pierce
| Quote: | Mass Alimony Reform Members,
I just had a great conversation with Atty. Tony Doniger, who is representing Rudolf Pierce in his right to retire case. If he wins his case, it will have a great impact on all of us who wish to someday retire by setting a president with case law. It will also help us in our efforts to get our legislation passed.
SJC-10381
Rudolph F. Pierce v. Carneice G. Pierce
Whether a probate judge correctly concluded that the husband's voluntary retirement at age sixty-five did not warrant termination of alimony payments, finding that the husband retained significant earning power.
As I understand it, Rudolf Pierce is an ex-Judge who is now practicing law, and is seeking to end his alimony and retire at age 65.
I told him that MASS ALIMONY REFORM was interested in providing the SJC with an amicus brief. He indicated to me that unless an amicus brief was written impartially, preferably by a women’s rights group, it might not benefit his client’s case, or our cause. He did however indicate that he was very familiar with our group, and has used our web-site for information to help in his case. He is very impressed with the wording and format of our bill, and is hopeful that it will pass.
Tony Doniger is the Atty. that lost the Greenberg vs Greenberg case when it was overturned by appeal:
Background: Former husband filed complaint to modify alimony obligation. The Probate and Family Court, Judge McSweeney, III reduced alimony obligation and wife appealed.
Holding: The Appeals Court, Duffly, J., held that husband’s retirement did not constitute material change of circumstances to justify modification of alimony obligation.
Reversed.
For this reason he went to the SJC with the hopes that they will see things differently.
At the end of the conversation he promised to send me copies of his brief and copies of the ex wife’s brief.
Steve Hitner, President
MASS ALIMONY REFORM
steveh@massalimonyreform.org
www.massalimonyreform.org
Our Mission: To Promote Peace, Independence, and
Self-Sufficiency Of the Parties to Divorce. |
This Pierce v. Pierce case has now been decided by the Mass. SJC, and not quite as we all would hope:
| Quote: | SJC: Alimony Doesn't End At Retirement
BOSTON (AP)-
The state's highest court says alimony payments don't automatically end when someone reaches retirement age.
The ruling from the Supreme Judicial Court came in a divorce case involving a former Massachusetts judge.
The justices on Monday upheld a decision reducing the alimony payments made by Rudolph Pierce, a former federal magistrate and state Superior Court judge.
After Pierce retired from private law practice at age 65, a probate judge cut his annual alimony payment from $110,000 to $42,000, but Pierce asked for alimony to be eliminated............................ |
http://wbztv.com/local/alimony.retirement.divorce.2.1303079.html
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Here is an update just sent out by Steve Hitner:
| Quote: | Dear Members,
Alimony Reform Update:
On March 12th, the American Academy of Matrimonial Law Attorneys, the Flaschner Judicial Institute, and the Mass. Bar Association sponsored a seminar at Suffolk University Law School in Boston. The purpose and focus of the seminar was a presentation on CONTEMPORARY ALIMONY CONSIDERATIONS. I and Atty. Tim Taylor attended the seminar.
Presenters were: Denise Squillante, Esq., Chair, Gene Dahmen, Esq., David W. Eppley, Esq., David H. Lee, Esq., and the Honorable Robert A. Scandurra.
Representatives from the Mass. Bar discussed their Alimony Task Force and it’s someday to be released report. As quoted in their mission statement: “The Task Force shall report on and recommend standards for the reasonableness of amount and duration of awards, including factors for consideration by the court in alimony awards, standards for consideration in determining attribution of income and characterization of income as opposed to after-acquired assets”
Also announced was the Mass Bar’s proposed legislation introduced to amend and reform alimony. The wording of their bill is as follows: Section 34 of Chapter 208 of the General Laws as appearing in the 2008 Official Edition is hereby amended in line 13 by inserting after the word “amount” the following:- “and duration”
It was interesting to note the feelings of several presenters, was: “It is well known that the current alimony laws in Massachusetts discourage marriage, discourage the payer from earning to their full potential, and leave no incentive for the receiving party to be self-supporting”
The position of the Mass Bar Attorneys was that although there needs to be reform, the reforms need to be able to be litigated. Also discussed were the key cases that have impacted and formed the current alimony fiasco as it is today.
Judge Scandurra, along with several other judges in attendance stated that they would prefer a statue which included guidelines so that decisions would be more predictable. The judges also complained that: when they make what they feel are fair and reasonable decisions, these decisions are frequently overturned by Appeal. Our proposed Bill addresses all of these concerns.
Also in the news:
Arguments in the Pierce vs. Pierce case have been bumped from a hearing in May 2009, to September 2009.
This is a most important case due to the fact that if Mr. Pierce (who is an ex judge) is allowed to retire at his current age of 65+., it will have the effect of changing the laws which would then allow the rest of us to retire at retirement age with an end to alimony at that time. (Our Bill addresses this)
This case being heard by the SJC will have a major impact on our lives if the SJC rules in his favor. Several of our attorneys are discussing the production of an amicus brief representing the 2nd wives club. If you are an attorney and would like to participate, please contact me. For more information about the case, please go to our web site, NEWS PAGE.
The Boston Magazine article on the need for alimony reform was held up pending the Pierce vs. Pierce decision. At this time we have not heard if they will still hold, or publish sooner.
There have been no scheduled dates for hearings by the Judiciary at this time. A public hearing on our House Bill # 1785 will most probably be some time in the fall of 2009. I will keep you all informed.
I do hope that all of you are well. Together we will weather the storm and be stronger for it.
Please do not hesitate to call me any time for advice, or just to vent. Remember, we are all good people fighting for a great cause. We can do this, as the winds of change are blowing in our favor. As a favorite uncle used to tell me: “Don’t lose heart”
Steve Hitner, President
MASS ALIMONY REFORM
steveh@massalimonyreform.org
www.massalimonyreform.org
Our Mission: To Promote Peace, Independence, and
Self-Sufficiency Of the Parties to Divorce. |
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Skitz
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| Posted: Tue Jun 30, 2009 6:48 pm Post subject: |
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This email just arrived from Steve Hitner, head of Mass. Alimony Reform.
No need to get into a debate over which state is the "worst" divorce state as I am sure we can all agree divorce is never a good thing, and the Florida members sure do have a claim on the "worst divorce state". Alimony itself is all bad no matter where, how much, or how long.
Here is a direct link to the article referenced by Steve:
http://www.bostonmagazine.com/articles/till_death_do_us_pay/
| Quote: | EXTRA! EXTRA! EXTRA!
I am thrilled to announce a major achievement for our cause. The truth is out - and it is the whole truth of why I started Mass Alimony Reform, and why you are a member of this organization. The cover of the July 2009 Boston Magazine tells the story of our lives:
"THE WORST STATE TO GET DIVORCED IN (You're Living in it)"
Boston Magazine has just published a major exposé about the state's hellish alimony laws, "Till Death Do Us Pay."
This is our story -- and it's MY and Jeanie's story -- and it will be read by thousands of influential people across the state and around the country. It details the reasons why the laws in this state need desperately to be changed. It spells out who our opponents are. And it dramatizes why we need to keep fighting like hell for our rights.
Buy the issue or read it here: http://www.bostonmagazine.com/issues/in_this_issue.html (click on "Till Death Do Us Pay")
Post a comment on the Boston Magazine website at the end of the article. Write a letter to the editor.
We are planning a major PR campaign around this article.
Send the article to your legislators with a letter urging their support or thanking them for their support. Pass it on. Send it to your local media. Post it on your Facebook page.
And please send us a donation to help spread the word. Go to www.massalimonyreform.org (donation).
Thank you to everyone who has helped us get the attention and prominence we need to win this fight, and I assure you, we will win.
Feel free to call me at any time, or e-mail me with any questions.
Steve Hitner, President
MASS ALIMONY REFORM
steveh@massalimonyreform.org
www.massalimonyreform.org
Our Mission: To Promote Peace, Independence, and
Self-Sufficiency Of the Parties to Divorce. |
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| Quote: | To all Members:
This morning, FOX NEWS in Boston interviewed Kris Frieswick, the author of the Boston Magazine Article “Till Death Do Us Pay”. The link is on our website, or you can use the following link to view the segment:
http://www.myfoxboston.com/dpp/morning/070609_Rewriting_Mass_alimony_laws
It is most important that you view the interview and e-mail FOX with your comments.
Tell them how you feel about the need for alimony reform and how the current situation affects your life, and the life of your family members. Have your friends, your family members, and anyone you know e-mail comments back to FOX NEWS. The more comments, the more attention they will give to future coverage.
If you have not yet e-mailed a comment to the Boston Magazine, it is not too late. I am told that the response so far has been overwhelming, and this is what is causing other major media to take notice.
There are over 90 comments on the Boston Magazine article, let’s go for 500. Remember, we never thought that we would get more than 15 co-sponsors to our bill, and we got 72. As a group, we can do this. The Media is on our side, and your response and personal horror stories will keep their interest, and this is what will get the attention of the legislature:
http://www.bostonmagazine.com/articles/till_death_do_us_pay/
Please do not hesitate to call me if you have any questions.
Steve Hitner, President
MASS ALIMONY REFORM
steveh@massalimonyreform.org
www.massalimonyreform.org
Our Mission: To Promote Peace, Independence, and
Self-Sufficiency Of the Parties to Divorce. |
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Well, this sounds like a good thing:
| Quote: | Dear MAR Members:
Just got a call from Ted Daniel, a reporter from FOX News. They are so impressed with the Boston Mag. Story and the response from readers (your responses) that they now intend to do a major feature about our group, and the need for alimony reform. They are on their way here and will interview me at 3.
They are interested in talking to others who would be willing to tell their stories on TV.
Folks, this is your opportunity to be heard and to do your part in getting the legislature to act. I do understand that due to the nature of some situations, it might be unwise for some of you to come forward at this time, however, those of you who can really need to.
The reporter asked me for names, however, I will not refer anyone who does not wish to be in the public eye. If you do choose to be interviewed, you will not be alone, and I will do everything possible to prepare you and make it a pleasant experience.
Let’s get it on!!!!!!!
Steve Hitner, President
MASS ALIMONY REFORM
steveh@massalimonyreform.org
www.massalimonyreform.org
Our Mission: To Promote Peace, Independence, and
Self-Sufficiency Of the Parties to Divorce. |
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| Quote: | Dear MAR Members:
There's a terrific piece about our cause on Huffington Post (www.huffingtonpost.com), and I urge you all to look at it today!
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/living
It's on the left hand side of the page, and called "Divorce Arianna-Style (c. 2009) vs. Massachusetts Alimony (c. 1850)" by Elizabeth Benedict and Tom Matlack, Co-Founder of The Good Men Project (http://www.goodmenbook.org/about-the-book.html), a terrific organization in Boston that I urge you to check out.
The article will stay on the page IF it gets lots of comments from readers. You MUST be registered on Huffington Post to post a comment, so I urge you to register and (it may take a few minutes to get through) post a positive comment. We are gaining momentum and we need to keep it!
This is a publication with an international readership of millions of people.
Our story is getting told - again and again.
Let’s get it on!!!!!!
Steve Hitner, President
MASS ALIMONY REFORM
steveh@massalimonyreform.org
www.massalimonyreform.org
Our Mission: To Promote Peace, Independence, and
Self-Sufficiency Of the Parties to Divorce. |
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| Posted: Thu Jul 09, 2009 7:28 pm Post subject: |
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| Quote: | Dear MAR Members,
On wed. July 8th, I was interview by Ted Daniel from FOX NEWS. His producers are very impressed with the reactions to the Boston Mag. Article and their coverage, and especially the horror stories. Several people have come forward and have volunteered to be interviewed on TV, and I have forwarded their contact info, and stories. The reporter will call those of you who they choose to interview. Based on my conversation with Ted, he is going to do much research and plans a major feature on our organization, the horror stories, and the need for alimony reform. He indicated that it will most probably take him 2-3 weeks to finish his investigation, and the program will air at that time. All of you will be notified when the show will be aired if we get advance notice. At the least, there will be a link to the video posted on our site, along with a press release.
Many of you have expressed concern about Sen. Creem. Below is our strategy, and I truly believe that it would be in our best interests if we all followed it.
1. Lets encourage the media, ie: FOX who is already doing an investigation about the situation, to uncover if any of the elected officials on the judiciary are committing any ethics violations or are in a conflict of interest. It would have a much greater impact if it comes from them.
2. We need to keep our group focused on the positive reasons that we need alimony reform. E-mails to Sen. Creem and anyone else opposing our bill are working great. However, threats and accusations will only serve to build a wall to any possibility of agreement.
3. We have to remember that we are playing hardball with people who make the rules, know them much better than we do, and it is in their stadium. We cannot make them do anything, we can only educate to convince them. However, if an independent party such as FOX, or the GLOBE gets involved, they can make them move. Thus far, the horror stories are working way beyond our expectations so I feel that we need to stay the course.
One other thing, we have been notified that a hearing before the Joint Committee of the Judiciary is scheduled for
Sept. 17, 2009 at the State House at 1PM. More information on this will be sent to you in the near future, as you will need time to prepare your testimony. YES!!!!!!!!!!!!
Steve Hitner, President
MASS ALIMONY REFORM
steveh@massalimonyreform.org
www.massalimonyreform.org
Our Mission: To Promote Peace, Independence, and
Self-Sufficiency Of the Parties to Divorce. |
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| Quote: | Dear MAR Members,
MAR has issued a major press release this morning. It can be viewed by using the following link:
http://news.yahoo.com/s/prweb/20090715/bs_prweb/prweb2643214_1
BUT it is very low down and won't be seen automatically by many people unless it has activity. I am once again calling all of you to action.
Please sign on to Yahoo and BUZZ UP the story and SHARE (both at the top of the page)? You have to be registered with Yahoo, and that is easy to do.
By doing this, the story will go up in popularity, which will bring it more attention.
thx
Steve Hitner, President
MASS ALIMONY REFORM
steveh@massalimonyreform.org
www.massalimonyreform.org
Our Mission: To Promote Peace, Independence, and
Self-Sufficiency Of the Parties to Divorce. |
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| Posted: Wed Jul 29, 2009 8:28 am Post subject: Creem reply |
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Creem sent me a reply but it is a pdf file.
I will forward the email with pdf to Steve |
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| Posted: Wed Jul 29, 2009 8:46 pm Post subject: |
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Yar, I got one from her too. As follows...............
| Quote: | Dear...............
Thank you for contacting me regarding legislation to change our state’s alimony laws. I know it is likely you are aware of a Boston Magazine article on this subject which appeared in their July 2009 edition.
I am enclosing a copy of my ‘Letter to The Editor’ which corrects what I believe are errors about my own position on this subject. As I note, I have also filed legislation which would change some aspects of current law. And, I am awaiting a full report from the Massachusetts Bar Association and Boston Bar Association, and from the Chief Justice of the Probate and Family Court. As I state in my letter, “I expect that the recommendations of these committees, as well as the public hearing, will not only help to shape my views on this matter but will also help people to better understand the issues involved and build consensus about the best way to move forward.”
Thank you again for taking the time to contact me. Please know I will certainly give strong consideration to your views as discussions on revisions to alimony policy continue in the Legislature.
Sincerely,
Cindy
Cynthia Stone Creem
State Senator
First Middlesex and Norfolk
State House, Room 416B
Boston, MA 02133
617-722-1639; fax 617-722-1266 |
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| Quote: | Dear MAR Members,
Although the weather has been cool, our efforts to reform the Mass Alimony Laws is running hot.
On Tuesday, August 15th, in the Canton MA. Court (Norfolk Probate Court 35 Shawmut Road Canton, MA 02021. Main Telephone: (781) 830-1200) www.mass-doc.com/probate_court_dir.htm at 1:45 PM, one of our members, featured on the Boston Mag. Article is facing a Judge who is threatening to make him wear an electronic ankle bracelet. His name is James Foley and he could use all the support he can get. If anyone is able to attend the hearing, please be there if you can, and e-mail or call me to co-ordinate a group presence.
The response to the article, “Till Death Do Us Pay”, written by Kris Friswick in the Boston Magazine has been overwhelming, and is still getting comments. A letter written by an editor in the August edition states that although they expected comments, they never expected over 300 of them and still counting.
FOX NEWS 25 in Boston is doing a major feature on our movement, to be broadcast this Wednesday, August 12th. The reporter for FOX has told me that due to the fact that it is a “Special Project”, it will be getting a lot of promotion. You can view the program on FOX 25 NEWS, on your TV, or go to: www.myfoxboston.com, on your computer and search for it by the reporter Ted Daniel or alimony. Several MAR stories will be told, and this should convince even the strongest doubter of the need for Alimony Reform. Thanks to those of you who have stepped forward and told your stories.
On Sept. 17th, at 1 PM at the State House, there will be a hearing before the Joint Committee of the Judiciary, and I am asking all of you save the date and be there if at all possible. More info will follow in the coming weeks. This will be your chance to be seen and heard!
Our Membership is growing in leaps and bounds, and that is what counts when talking to the legislature. Make sure you make the effort to get to know your Senator and State Rep. and continue to remind them of the need to pass H #1785. Their education will be the key to our success.
Remember “If you Let up, You Lose!
Steve Hitner, President
MASS ALIMONY REFORM
steveh@massalimonyreform.org
www.massalimonyreform.org
Our Mission: To Promote Peace, Independence, and
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| Quote: | I am so sorry, the date for the FOLEY Hearing is Tuesday, August 11th. I do appreciate those of you who caught my mistake.
Steve Hitner, President
MASS ALIMONY REFORM
steveh@massalimonyreform.org
www.massalimonyreform.org
Our Mission: To Promote Peace, Independence, and
Self-Sufficiency Of the Parties to Divorce. |
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| Quote: | Good Morning MAR Members,
Last night FOX NEWS 25 in Boston presented a special feature on the need for Alimony Reform in Massachusetts. If you did not see it, you may view it at any time on line at: http://www.myfoxboston.com/dpp/news/special_reports/paying_alimony_forever_081209
Please, Please, Please, forward the above link to everyone you know and insist that they watch it, register to view and send in a comment to Ted Daniel’s blog, and of most importance, write a comment yourself on Ted Daniel’s Blog. http://community2.myfoxboston.com/_Alimony/blog/509423/71243.html
People, this report was a major victory for our movement and the chance of getting the reform we so desperately need. If you do nothing else for the cause, you must comment on this blog. The reform movement is counting on you, and every comment is a bullet against the enemy.
In your comment, give a brief description of your horror story, and how passage of the proposed legislation, House Bill #1785, would be a remedy to your situation. If you are unfamiliar with the bill, it is on the website, www.massalimonyreform.org please read it, understand it, and relay it to everyone you know.
Remember: “If we let up, we lose!”
Steve Hitner, President
MASS ALIMONY REFORM
steveh@massalimonyreform.org
www.massalimonyreform.org
Our Mission: To Promote Peace, Independence, and
Self-Sufficiency Of the Parties to Divorce. |
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| Quote: | Massachusetts Residents to Testify at Statehouse in Effort to Reshape Outdated Alimony Laws
Joint Committee of the Judiciary to Hold Hearing at Statehouse Sept 17 to Hear Residents' Experiences of Lifetime Alimony, Bankruptcy and Unnecessary Jail Time
By: Marketwire .
Sep. 11, 2009 08:30 AM
BOSTON, MA -- (Marketwire) -- 09/11/09 -- Massachusetts residents from around the commonwealth will have a chance to share their alimony horror stories to the Joint Committee of the Judiciary, starting at 1:00pm on September 17, 2009, at the Massachusetts State House, room B1. Much of the testimony will come from members of the group Massachusetts Alimony Reform.
Many of the people testifying have been forced into bankruptcy and spent time in jail because of these outdated laws that do not take into consideration a person's finances due to economic conditions, poor health, downturns in business and other variables that can limit a person's ability to earn adequate income to pay an alimony obligation. Judges, according to many testifying, are consistently inflexible and intolerant of these everyday life changes that affect a person's income. |
http://ca.sys-con.com/node/1102949
The push for reforming alimony laws in Massachusetts is moving along.
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