No two divorce cases are exactly alike. Each case has its own set of facts and circumstances that formulate the legal advice that an attorney provides to their client regarding a divorce. The concerns and considerations that shape a fair outcome for divorcing parties in their mid-thirties who have been married for six (6) years…
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Attorney-Client Privilege and the Work Product Doctrine in the New Frontier: Artificial Intelligence
On February 17, 2026, the judge in the case of United States v. Heppner (S.D. N.Y. Feb 17, 2026) answered a question of first impression nationwide: when a user communicates with a publicly available AI platform in connection with pending litigation are the AI user’s communications protected by attorney-client privilege or the work product doctrine?…
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Dispositive Motions in the Probate and Family Court
Dispositive Motions in the Probate and Family Court By Jennifer R. Silva, Esq. You have been contacted by your client because they have been served with a complaint. If your blinders are on, you may jump right into drafting your answer and a potential counterclaim and preparing for litigation. However, you would be doing your…
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5 Commonly Asked Questions About MA Divorce Law
Divorce is a difficult and emotional process, and the laws surrounding it can be complex and vary from state to state. In Massachusetts, there are specific laws that govern the divorce process, and they can be confusing for those going through it. Some of the most commonly asked questions in Massachusetts divorce law include issues…
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