by Turco Legal | May 8, 2017 | Guardianship
Is an indigent guardian or de facto parent whose guardianship of a child is subject to removal entitled to legal counsel? The Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court recently addressed this issue. Guardianship of K.N. addressed the case of a child born to a 15-year-old... by Turco Legal | May 5, 2017 | Appeals, Equitable Distribution
In a recent case, the Massachusetts Appeals Court reviewed whether a testator may grant property while reserving to herself a power of appointment over the same property. Background: Skye v. Hession involved a testator who granted her home to her three daughters and... by Turco Legal | Apr 28, 2017 | Divorce, Restraining Order
Which scenarios may lead to divorce based on cruel and abusive treatment as the fault ground? 1. A husband falsely accuses his wife of affairs with patients and previously threatened to slash her. 2. A wife calls her husband vile names and berates him in front of... by Turco Legal | Apr 26, 2017 | Custody
What is an affidavit of care and custody, and when does a party need to file one? Filing: The short answer to the latter part of that question: a party needs to file this document whenever there is a proceeding involving the care or custody of a child. In addition to... by Turco Legal | Apr 21, 2017 | Equitable Distribution
Sam and Sally are going through a divorce. For years, Sam worked outside of the home while Sally stayed home to care for the couple’s children. Sam was responsible for the acquisition of most of the couple’s property. He now wonders whether the court will consider his...