If there is a court order for you to pay child support, you must pay it until there is a court order terminating your obligation. Although you...

My EX and I divorced over 4 years ago. Alimony went from Jan 2011 to Dec 2014 for $500 per month.

Her ability to seek and receive more alimony really depends on the terms of any divorce agreement you and she signed. the length of marriage and...

Can a judge tell a man or woman who he or she can live with after a divorce is final?

Unless there is a safety issue or some other relevant issue that could be construed as endangering the children, then a judge will generally not...

My husband has moved out and refuse to return home. He is slowing not providing for me. Is there anything I can do legally?

The family court often has volunteer lawyers who can provide legal assistance with filling out forms and court documents. You should telephone the...

Can I pick up where I left off.

The short answer is "yes" unless the court dismissed your complaint for divorce due to lack of activity. Therefore, check with the clerk at the...

Can I request my ex provide documented proof weekly that her child support is being used for our child?

You can request this information, however, the mother is not obligated to provide you voluntarily with details. In general, child support is used...

In the state of Massachusetts can the paying parent of child support ask for a modification if they owe more than 10k in support

In general, either the parent who pays child support or the parent who receives child support may request a modification of the child support...

What to do when supervised visitation are terminated due to violation of rules? What does this mean for child custody of baby?

Custody and parenting issues are very complex areas of family law and are fact driven. Furthermore, family law judges are given a tremendous...

When you sign over your rights do you have to pay child support

It depends on what you mean by "sign over your rights". If you give sole legal and physical custody to the other parent, as part of a paternity or...

How to prepare for court

The most important document to prepare is your financial statement. Be sure it is accurate and reflects in detail the financial needs for you and...