Questions answered by Thomas C. Marino

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Can I pursue re-opening a divorce settlement if in the next week I accept QDRO funds accrued 28 years since divorce final?

Thomas's answer | Answered on March 04, 2016

Your question unfortunately doesn't make any sense. Why are you pursuing a QDRO 30 years after the original divorce? Why would your ex-spouse...

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Is there anything I can do to what my husband did to me?

Thomas's answer | Answered on March 02, 2016

I agree with attorney Mason. I am not sure what you could gain from this. Whether his marriage is legal or not is a problem for him. I guess the...

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What is the best way to go about getting her out

Thomas's answer | Answered on March 01, 2016

Obviously this is a very difficult and sad situation for him. He should consult with a divorce attorney about filing for divorce. It's important...

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In MA, if you have filed divorce complaint individually, can you withdraw by yourself or u need assent from other party as well

Thomas's answer | Answered on February 29, 2016

If the other party answered the Complaint OR the Court has marked it up for a hearing or status conference, etc. then you would need the other...

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Does he have any rights to my assets if we are divorced.

Thomas's answer | Answered on February 29, 2016

You should get an attorney and file for divorce. He is not entitled to anything. When a Judge looks at a divorce settlement one of the key issues...

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Would self-employed friend's name on the deed cause problems (like a lien) later if they couldn't afford their income taxes?

Thomas's answer | Answered on February 26, 2016

Attorney Hammarlund is 100% correct - these deals often end badly. An owner on a deed has equal rights in the property, and depending on how the...

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Can I get out of my lease due to the presence of mold.

Thomas's answer | Answered on February 15, 2016

The issue of mold related injury can be complicated. See your doctor and discuss the mold situation. Did the professional you hire determine the...

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Can I legally back out of giving the first applicant with a dog the rental property & give it to one man without pets.

Thomas's answer | Answered on February 15, 2016

The only question I have is whether any ad listing the apartment included notice that pets are allowed. In addition make sure it's not a service...

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Using a separate bank acct for tenant's sec. dep. but not in a Massachusetts State Bank but a bank that has branches in MA.

Thomas's answer | Answered on February 15, 2016

Good advice from both attorneys. However I would add one more item. Requiring a security deposit from a Massachusetts tenant is simply not worth...

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What are our legal options as we are now angered at this?

Thomas's answer | Answered on February 15, 2016

Hire a lawyer immediately. The security deposit law is very clear and the courts are unforgiving to landlords who choose to violate it. Landlords...

Thomas C. Marino's Answers (485)

Can I pursue re-opening a divorce settlement if in the next week I accept QDRO funds accrued 28 years since divorce final?

Is there anything I can do to what my husband did to me?

What is the best way to go about getting her out

In MA, if you have filed divorce complaint individually, can you withdraw by yourself or u need assent from other party as well

Does he have any rights to my assets if we are divorced.

Would self-employed friend's name on the deed cause problems (like a lien) later if they couldn't afford their income taxes?

Can I get out of my lease due to the presence of mold.

Can I legally back out of giving the first applicant with a dog the rental property & give it to one man without pets.

Using a separate bank acct for tenant's sec. dep. but not in a Massachusetts State Bank but a bank that has branches in MA.

What are our legal options as we are now angered at this?