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De Facto Parents – Massachusetts Parentage Act

De Facto Parents – Massachusetts Parentage Act

by Turco Legal | Feb 18, 2025 | Child Support, Custody, Guardianship

As of January 1, 2025, the updated Massachusetts Parentage Act (MPA) brings crucial legal protections for children and families. The law now ensures that all children, regardless of their family’s formation, receive equal treatment. Since the original enactment...

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