Turco Legal, PC

Turco Legal, PC Turco Legal is a private law firm focused on helping clients through divorce and family law matters

Turco Legal is a private law firm focused on helping clients through divorce and family law matters in Essex, Middlesex, and Suffolk Counties.

Gray divorce presents challenges that differ in important ways from divorce earlier in life.When a marriage ends after d...
09/03/2026

Gray divorce presents challenges that differ in important ways from divorce earlier in life.

When a marriage ends after decades together, the issues often extend beyond the division of marital assets. Retirement accounts, pensions, Social Security considerations, healthcare planning, long-term support, and estate planning can all become central to the legal and financial analysis. With fewer working years remaining, the decisions made during the divorce process may have lasting implications for financial security.

Our latest article explores the unique legal and financial considerations that arise in gray divorce cases in Massachusetts and discusses the factors individuals should carefully evaluate when navigating divorce later in life.

Attorney Andrea Wells, Esq. has been reappointed to the Massachusetts Bar Association's Dispute Resolution Section Counc...
09/01/2026

Attorney Andrea Wells, Esq. has been reappointed to the Massachusetts Bar Association's Dispute Resolution Section Council for a second consecutive year.

The Council plays an important role in advancing the practice of dispute resolution in Massachusetts by discussing emerging issues, developing educational programming, and helping shape policy within the profession.

Andrea's reappointment reflects her continued commitment to those efforts and to the thoughtful resolution of family law disputes. We're proud of Andrea for sharing her time and experience with the MBA and congratulate her on this well-deserved reappointment.

Prenuptial and postnuptial agreements aren’t just about planning for what happens if a marriage ends. At their best, the...
08/29/2026

Prenuptial and postnuptial agreements aren’t just about planning for what happens if a marriage ends. At their best, they can create clarity, transparency, and a shared understanding of financial expectations.

In this Attorney Insight, Damian Turco discusses how to strengthen these agreements and make them more effective in Massachusetts, including full financial disclosure, independent legal counsel, thoughtful timing, and a fair review process.

Whether entered into before or during a marriage, a carefully crafted agreement can help couples understand their financial rights and responsibilities, reduce uncertainty, and make informed decisions about the future.

Learn more about the role prenuptial and postnuptial agreements can play in creating financial clarity.

Modern compensation packages often extend well beyond salary and annual bonuses.Stock options and restricted stock units...
08/27/2026

Modern compensation packages often extend well beyond salary and annual bonuses.

Stock options and restricted stock units (RSUs) can represent a substantial portion of a family's wealth. Still, unlike traditional assets, their value often depends on future vesting schedules, continued employment, and company performance. Determining whether these awards are subject to division and how they should be valued requires a careful analysis of both the compensation plan and New Hampshire's equitable distribution principles.

Our latest article explores how stock options and RSUs are treated in New Hampshire divorce cases, the distinction between vested and unvested awards, and the legal and practical considerations that arise when dividing these increasingly common forms of compensation.

The questions asked at trial are rarely spontaneous. They are the product of careful preparation and deliberate strategy...
08/25/2026

The questions asked at trial are rarely spontaneous. They are the product of careful preparation and deliberate strategy.

Direct examination provides an attorney with the opportunity to present a client's story through clear, organized, and credible testimony. The questions are designed not simply to gather information but to establish the facts necessary for the court to understand the marriage, the parties' financial circumstances, parenting arrangements, and the issues in dispute. Thoughtful preparation can make a meaningful difference in how testimony is presented and received.

Our latest article walks through 100 common questions that may arise during direct examination in a Massachusetts divorce trial, offering insight into why each topic matters and how thorough preparation can help witnesses testify with confidence and clarity.

Congratulations to Amanda Gnau, Nicoletta Longo, and Akosua Agyepong on being recognized in the 2027 edition of Best Law...
08/22/2026

Congratulations to Amanda Gnau, Nicoletta Longo, and Akosua Agyepong on being recognized in the 2027 edition of Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America for Family Law!

This distinction recognizes attorneys earlier in their careers for outstanding professional excellence in private practice and is determined through Best Lawyers’ peer-review process.

Their recognition reflects the dedication, skill, and commitment they bring to their clients and to the practice of family law every day.

Please join us in congratulating Amanda, Nicoletta, and Akosua on this well-deserved recognition!

Congratulations to Turco Legal Partner Vicki Shemin, J.D., LICSW, ACSW, on being recognized in the 2027 edition of The B...
08/21/2026

Congratulations to Turco Legal Partner Vicki Shemin, J.D., LICSW, ACSW, on being recognized in the 2027 edition of The Best Lawyers in America® for Family Law!

This peer-reviewed distinction reflects the confidence and respect of fellow attorneys in the legal community. With decades of experience in family law, Vicki brings a thoughtful, multifaceted approach to helping clients navigate divorce and other complex family matters. Her work spans litigation, mediation, collaborative law, parenting coordination, and Guardian ad Litem matters.

Vicki’s commitment to the profession also extends beyond her client work through teaching, writing, speaking, and leadership within the family law community.

We’re proud to see Vicki’s depth of experience, dedication to her clients, and contributions to the field recognized by her peers.

Please join us in congratulating Vicki on this well-deserved honor!

Congratulations to Partner in Charge Maureen Booth on being recognized in the 2027 edition of The Best Lawyers in Americ...
08/20/2026

Congratulations to Partner in Charge Maureen Booth on being recognized in the 2027 edition of The Best Lawyers in America® for Family Law!

This peer-reviewed distinction reflects the confidence and respect of fellow attorneys in the legal community. Maureen brings more than 19 years of legal experience to her practice, representing clients in complex divorce, child custody, support, alimony, modification, and contempt matters. She is also a Certified Financial Litigator and an experienced Guardian ad Litem.

Beyond her work with clients, Maureen is deeply involved in the legal community, currently serving as Vice President of the Greater Newburyport Bar Association and contributing her time to professional and volunteer organizations.

We’re proud to see Maureen’s experience, dedication, and commitment to family law recognized by her peers.

Please join us in congratulating Maureen on this well-deserved honor!

Congratulations to Turco Legal Partner Andrea Wells, Esq., on being recognized in the 2027 edition of The Best Lawyers i...
08/20/2026

Congratulations to Turco Legal Partner Andrea Wells, Esq., on being recognized in the 2027 edition of The Best Lawyers in America® for Family Law!

This peer-reviewed distinction reflects the confidence and respect of fellow attorneys in the legal community. Andrea brings extensive experience to her work as a family law trial attorney, divorce mediator, Guardian ad Litem, and Certified Financial Litigator, particularly in complex financial and parenting matters.

We’re proud to see Andrea’s dedication to her clients and the practice of family law recognized once again by her peers.

Please join us in congratulating Andrea on this well-deserved honor!

Congratulations to Vicki Shemin, J.D., LICSW, ACSW, on being named 2027 “Lawyer of the Year” for Collaborative Law: Fami...
08/20/2026

Congratulations to Vicki Shemin, J.D., LICSW, ACSW, on being named 2027 “Lawyer of the Year” for Collaborative Law: Family Law in Boston by Best Lawyers in America®.

This distinguished recognition reflects Vicki’s exceptional dedication to her clients, leadership in family law, and commitment to helping families navigate complex matters with skill, compassion, and a collaborative approach.

Please join us in congratulating Vicki on this well-deserved honor!

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