Do statements made by a person with dementia always preclude its validity?

In general, legal “capacity” or “competence” is not a rigid black line. It can be quite variable depending on the person’s abilities and the...

Looking to file for an annulment, court house asked for me to discuss with an Attorney first to be sure it would be approved..

The attorneys who answered are correct. Courts in Massachusetts rarely grant an annulment unless the petitioner can clearly demonstrate that the...

I am divorced and live in MA. My ex-husband pays my health insurance as well as my son who is 21.

It is very important to review BOTH your divorce agreement and the health insurance policy of the insurance carrier providing the health insurance...

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

No, a court may not dictate where or with whom you live after the divorce is final, but your living situation could have implications regarding...

How to know if a foreign judgement was really filed in connecticut, so i can pursue a small claim suit for a divorce judgement

Without knowing more, I agree that a Complaint for Contempt filed in Massachusetts is the best course of action. You should consult with a family...

Can my mother claim my daughter with a power of attorney?

Your mother will need more than a POA to claim guardianship of your child. Although more information is necessary to properly guide you in this...

Will I be able to find an attorney for court because Trustee of family's estate is abusing power, need to pay with % of result

Any trustee for an estate is considered a fiduciary and as such is held to a high standard of duty, care and trust. Acting as fiduciary is a...

You can keep your home in Chapter 7 bankruptcy if you have no equity in the house or you are able to exempt (protect) whatever equity you do have...

In the process of getting a divorce we have a notarized agreement. Which she has broken. Looking for advice.

In general, in order to enforce a Divorce/Separation Agreement it must first be entered as a court order. Although it doesn't preclude some...

My parent has had dementia for a number of years. I have an invoked HCP from her doctor and several have been signed or written

This whole area of law is covered by Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 201D. To answer your question sufficiently, a lawyer would need quite a...