Legal Question in Civil Litigation in Massachusetts

Contracts between two minors

Is a written contract between two minors enforceable? Assume there was no duress, misrepresentation, or misunderstanding involved. Are there any cases in which this has been tested?


Asked on 3/23/07, 10:59 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
henry lebensbaum Law Offices of Henry Lebensbaum (978-749-3606)

Re: Contracts between two minors

The general rule is that minors are below the age of contract.

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Answered on 3/24/07, 12:39 am
Gregory Lee Gregory P. Lee, Attorney at Law

Re: Contracts between two minors

Contracts of minors are voidable but not void in Massachusetts. Either minor can choose to void the agreement.

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Answered on 3/24/07, 9:58 am


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