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Crusco Law Office, PLLC
Crusco Law Office, PLLC is a law firm based in New Hampshire specializing in family law. The firm provides legal services for a range of family-related matters including divorce, legal separation, child and spousal support, protective orders, paternity, adoption, guardianships, and grandparent's rights. It also offers collaborative law and unbundled legal services, as well as child protection and guardian ad litem (GAL) services. The firm focuses on both negotiation and litigation to help clients achieve practical resolutions in family law cases. Its publications often discuss legal standards, case law, and practical advice related to family law issues in New Hampshire.
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Maves and Moore: What Constitutes Income for Child Support Purposes?
By Kysa Crusco
The New Hampshire Supreme Court issued in the Matter of Janice E. Maves and David L. Moore on August 14, 2014 The Facts Husband and Wife divorced in 2004. At the time of the divorce, Husband was awarded the parties’ Farm,…
In Re Serodio and Perkins: You May Enforce a Prenup without a Copy of the Prenup
By Kysa Crusco
In the Matter of Cheryl Serodio and Arthur Perkins: Existence of Prenuptial Agreements can be proven without providing the written, executed agreement. The New Hampshire Supreme Court issued its opinion on August 22, 2014. The Facts Wife filed for divorce…
Proposed Changes to a Parent’s Right to Counsel in Abuse/Neglect Cases
By Kysa Crusco
A few years ago, during the state’s fiscal crisis, the legislature did away with the statute requiring that any parent accused of abusing or neglecting their child in a child protection case be appointed an attorney to represent them. I…
Norberg v. Norberg: Alimony Cannot Be Waived By Agreement
By Kysa Crusco
When negotiating a settlement, it is important to keep in mind that New Hampshire law does not allow parties to waive future alimony. The 1994 case of Norberg v. Norberg is controlling. It explains that although property division is not modifiable, alimony is…
In Re Lyon: Extension or Renewal of Alimony to be Made as Justice Requires
By Kysa Crusco
On May 30, 2014, the New Hampshire Supreme Court issued an opinion In the Matter of Lyon. This decision clarifies the standard to be applied in requests to extend or renew alimony.
The Facts
Husband and Wife divorced in…
Unmarried Parents Get Equal Protection for New Hampshire Appeals
By Kysa Crusco
Miller v. Todd, a parenting case between two parties who were never married, raised the issue of whether Supreme Court Rule 3 is unconstitutional because it treats married and unmarried parents differently for the purposes of an appeal. At…
In re Deven O: Father rebutted presumption of abandonment in termination of parental rights
By Kysa Crusco
The Supreme Court issued In Re Deven O. on November 7, 2013.
The Facts Deven was born in June 2006 and lived with his parents until they split up in December 2006. Deven lived with his mother and visited with…
Proving your New Hampshire Petition to Terminate Parental Rights
By Kysa Crusco
The New Hampshire Supreme Court has often reiterated that parental rights are “natural, essential, and inherent.” Such fundamental liberty interests are not easily swept aside. It is therefore imperative to understand the law and procedures for a termination of parental rights.…
Collecting electronic evidence: Is it Legal and/or Admissible?
By Kysa Crusco
Before the advent of the internet, finding proof of infidelity often fell to the hands of the private investigator and a telephoto camera lens. Yet, with today’s technology, from spyware to GPS trackers, spouses can play private investigator themselves. Software…