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by Damian Turco | Oct 1, 2019 | Annulment, Mediation, Separation
Annulment mediation may seem counter-intuitive. Why mediate something you are trying to undo? While both divorce and annulment can end a marriage, and one would file either action in the Probate and Family Court, the legal basis for each is very different. A... by Damian Turco | May 29, 2017 | Appeals, Mediation, Restraining Order
Is the recipient of a restraining order protected by the anti-SLAPP statute when she contacts police to report her concern that the restraining order has been violated? What if it turns out that there was no violation, and charges were filed erroneously and later... by Damian Turco | Mar 6, 2017 | Alimony, Child Support, Equitable Distribution, Mediation
Olivia and Oscar are undergoing a contentious divorce in the Massachusetts Probate and Family Court and are encountering issues exchanging financial information. Oscar is a partner in an accounting firm which is local and privately held. Olivia’s attorney has asked... by Damian Turco | Dec 5, 2016 | Custody, Mediation, Restraining Order
Many divorcing couples have been there…arguments get heated, regrettable words are spoken, and one (or both) of the spouses threatens the unthinkable: to “take the kids away” from the other parent. Legal custody and physical custody of children are at issue here.... by Damian Turco | Nov 7, 2016 | Mediation, Restraining Order
The following is a test. It’s of particular interest if you are a divorce lawyer, family law attorney, party seeking a protection order, or party against whom one is sought. Which of these scenarios might be appropriate for an order of protection from...