by Turco Legal | Dec 1, 2017 | Divorce
Let’s set the scene: you and your spouse have already filed for divorce. As you are still friendly, you plan on getting a no-fault and are awaiting your court date. As time passes, you are thinking about what is best for the both of you, your family, and your future.... by Turco Legal | Nov 26, 2017 | Divorce
Condonation, along with connivance, collusion and recrimination, are affirmative defenses to a fault claim for divorce. These defenses were commonplace in England’s ecclesiastical courts[1]. They are infrequently asserted in Massachusetts divorce cases, however, and... 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 25, 2017 | Alimony, Appeals, Child Support, Custody, Divorce
If your case requires an order sooner, file a motion for temporary orders. The judge can hear it early. Divorce trials usually take 12 to 15 months, but you can request temporary orders within the first few months. It is often necessary for cases involving custody,... by Turco Legal | Sep 11, 2017 | Custody, Divorce, Jurisdiction
Jack and Jen married in Massachusetts and lived together as husband and wife for four years. During this time they had one child, Jonah. Jen has left the marital home on her own. Jack wants to file for divorce, and he also wants custody of Jonah and wants Jen to pay...