by Turco Legal | Feb 15, 2017 | Alimony, Equitable Distribution
Can alimony calculations include a spouse’s unvested stock options, even if they weren’t considered marital property in equitable distribution? The Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court recently answered this question. In Ludwig v. Lamee-Ludwig, the Court said yes. [1]... by Turco Legal | Feb 8, 2017 | Appeals, Custody
Alba and Andrew recently divorced after ten years of marriage. They ended their decade-long relationship. They have one child, Andy, and per the divorce decree, the share physical and legal custody. Alba is growing concerned. Andrew recently joined a religious order... by Turco Legal | Feb 6, 2017 | Equitable Distribution
Darlene and Dave have been dating for a decade and cohabiting for most of that time. They bought a home a few years ago. The title was in Dave’s name due to Darlene’s credit history. Dave assured Darlene that they “owned the home together,” and Darlene has... by Turco Legal | Feb 1, 2017 | Appeals, Custody
A biological parent whose parental rights have been terminated. Does this parent have the right to participate in a post-termination hearing regarding visitation rights? Yes, according to a recent decision by the Massachusetts Appeals Court. In Adoption of Zak, the... by Turco Legal | Jan 30, 2017 | Appeals, Custody
Tom and Ted are siblings who are one year apart. Tom and Ted’s parents are divorcing and have been separated for a year. The boys stay primarily with their mother. They visit their father twice a week, including at least one overnight visit. The parents in this...