Are Cohabitation Agreements Legally Binding?

Are Cohabitation Agreements Legally Binding?

Massachusetts does not recognize property rights under the law for unmarried people who live together. These rights are known in other jurisdictions as palimony, combining “pal” and “alimony.” Fortunately, Massachusetts does recognize the rights of cohabiting adults...
Family By Choice

Family By Choice

“All to my spouse, then in equal shares to my children,” or “all to my children in equal shares.” This is a common set of instructions we estate planners see with our clients. What if we don’t have a spouse, or children? What if we don’t have siblings, or aren’t...