Agreement Articles
Welcome to the Turco Legal blog category on Agreements. This is an aggregation of our analysis and commentary on the law as it pertains to agreements of all relevant types. That includes, separation agreements, prenuptial agreements, post-nuptial agreements and any other agreements relevant to our family law case work.
by Turco Legal | Feb 28, 2018 | Agreements, Divorce
Experienced family lawyers guide spouses in emotionally fraught divorce proceedings toward a resolution that terminates the marriage. A separation agreement is a crucial part of that process. A separation agreement memorializes the terms of the resolution and also... by Turco Legal | Dec 3, 2017 | Equitable Distribution, Prenuptial Agreement
Peter and Petra are getting married. Peter has considerable assets, including several homes, vacation homes, and checking and savings accounts. He also owns a string of rental properties from which he receives income. He deposits the rental income into an account... by Turco Legal | Nov 18, 2017 | Agreements, Divorce, Separation
For just about every couple seeking a divorce, the separation agreement is an exhausting and time-consuming document. With the right attorney, the process can be smoother, but it is imperative that a person seeking a divorce contact an attorney experienced in these... by Turco Legal | Sep 16, 2017 | Prenuptial Agreement
Generally, in order for an antenuptial agreement, commonly known as a prenuptial agreement, to be considered valid and enforceable in Massachusetts, the agreement must meet the following elements: in writing and signed by the parties; signed voluntarily and under no... by Turco Legal | Aug 18, 2017 | Appeals, Divorce, Prenuptial Agreement
In Massachusetts family law in general, the importance of equity and fairness is of utmost concern. The court will review prenuptial agreements to ensure fairness and reasonableness. It will also consider whether enforcement conflicts with countervailing equities. The... by Turco Legal | Jul 22, 2017 | Appeals, Prenuptial Agreement
Generally, in order for an antenuptial agreement (also known as a prenuptial agreement) to be considered valid and enforceable in Massachusetts, the agreement must meet the following elements: it must be in writing; signed by the parties; signed voluntarily and under...