Outcomes in adoption matters are just like life, regardless of the care, preventative measures and good intentions, the outcome may not be what was expected. This article shall address some of the issues which may either cause the adoption to unravel, or disrupt, and how to best address them. Rights of Biological Parents and Adoptive… Continue reading »
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Probate: Sweeping Changes to Guardianship Law
Article V of the newly adopted Massachusetts Uniform Probate Code (the “Probate Code”) enacts long overdue changes intended to modernize the guardianship and conservatorship laws in Massachusetts. Effective July 1, 2009, the Probate Code seeks to protect the individual’s fundamental rights and minimize government intrusions imposed by the Probate Court when court involvement is necessary.… Continue reading »