THE CLOCKTOWER
75 South Church St.
Suite 550
Pittsfield, MA 01201
P (413) 443-6455
F (413) 445-5883
Divorce, and issues that can arise after a divorce, are always emotionally difficult and
can be legally complex. Often, divorcing couples can work out the important issues, gather
the information required by the courts, present an agreement to the court and be divorced in
just a few months with a minimum of emotional trauma. Sometimes coming to terms on the issues
that are part of any divorce can take a substantial amount of time and negotiation. In a few
cases, the parties cannot come to terms and court must settle things at the end of a trial.
Other situations involving family relationships also have a legal dimension that cannot be ignored.
The law has evolved to the point where the parents of children born outside of marriage have the same
rights, and the same responsibilities as married parents. The courts continue to broaden the recognition
of some property and support rights in longer term non-marriage relationships. Many states, Massachusetts
included, seem poised on the brink of recognizing some form of same sex marriage like relationship.
New reproductive technology is redefining the traditional legal concepts of parent child relationships,
adoption and parental responsibility.
We are prepared to help our clients navigate the sometimes confusing and always emotional landscape
of divorce and family law with the experience, legal skills and compassion that will enable our clients
to chart the best course to a fair and equitable conclusion. Peter C. Alessio has practiced in the area
of divorce and family law since 1983. He has guided many clients to fair and equitable settlements and
has fought in court to protect his clients' interests and obtain just decisions from the courts.
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