by Turco Legal | Apr 19, 2017 | Adoption
Typically, written consent of certain parties is required before an adoption may take place; the requirements are set forth in Massachusetts General Laws, chapter 210, section 2. If the child in question is over the age of 12, consent by the child is also necessary.... by Turco Legal | Apr 14, 2017 | Divorce
Dean and Doreen are married. However, they have not lived together since Dean left their marital home in Massachusetts. He left about two years ago and moved out of state. Massachusetts recognizes no-fault divorce. A party only needs to claim an irretrievable... by Turco Legal | Apr 3, 2017 | Alimony, Appeals, Child Support, Equitable Distribution
Zelda and Zack have been married for ten years and are undergoing a divorce. Zack recently found out two things. First, Zelda has won a professional award which will likely allow her to increase her income substantially in the future. Second, Zelda is likely to come... by Turco Legal | Mar 31, 2017 | Adoption, Appeals, Custody
Typically, a child born into a valid marriage receives the husband’s last name. In Massachusetts, the husband is presumed to be the father. There is, however, no law in place that requires the parents to give their child the father’s last name. Massachusetts... by Turco Legal | Mar 29, 2017 | Divorce
If you have been served with divorce papers, your spouse has filed for divorce. The case is in Massachusetts Probate and Family Court. You have several options for the next steps in the case. Consider the following options: You may file an Answer to your spouse’s...