Equitable Distribution
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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 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... 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 6, 2017 | Alimony, Child Support, Equitable Distribution, Mediation
Olivia and Oscar are going through a contentious divorce in the Massachusetts Probate and Family Court. They are facing issues exchanging financial information. Oscar is a partner in an accounting firm which is local and privately held. Olivia’s attorney requested... 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 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...