Custody Articles
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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... by Turco Legal | Jan 25, 2017 | Child Support, Custody
Tim is twelve. His parents are getting a divorce. He is coping well but is concerned about living with his mother. Tim prefers staying with his father, who lives near his school. While he loves his mother, he doesn’t want to live with her daily. When will a... by Turco Legal | Dec 31, 2016 | Appeals, Custody
Nancy and Nick are married. However, they are living separately. She lives in the marital home with the couple’s daughter, Nicole, who is nine years old. Nancy has been Nicole’s primary caretaker since Nicole was born. Nancy believes she is automatically entitled to... by Turco Legal | Dec 19, 2016 | Custody
What’s better than being with your kids during the holiday season? Likely, you answered “nothing.” Co-parenting during the holidays with a former partner can be stressful. This time of year often increases challenges in sharing parenting time and responsibilities. To... by Turco Legal | Dec 16, 2016 | Appeals, Custody, Removal
Murray and Monique divorced a few years ago and share custody of their two minor children. The kids stay with Murray most days in one town and attend a well-reviewed school nearby. Monique lives in a different town, just five minutes away, and has generous visitation....