Do law in Massachusetts require husband and wife to share their DEBTS when divorce or each can take care of their own DEBT?

The court looks to achieve an "equitable division" of assets and liabilities. Thus this may not be based on a 50/50 division and takes into...

I'd like to get sole custody of my child to obtain a passport for child's travel; how can I do so if father of child is unknown?

In Massachusetts there is a rebuttable presumption that when there is a child born out of wedlock, absent a court order, the mother has sole...

How do I know if a restraining order is still valid and can I press more charges if it is?

I would suggest going to the court that issued the restraining order and view the file.

The judge could issue sanctions and or a Capias, which is a warrant for your arrest. I suggest you file a Motion to Continue the hearing and/or...

If the GAL gives you permission then you can record the conversation, but without knowing more I would suggest such a request may not start off...

As part of the divorce agreement, my ex wife owes me $15000 as part of a real estate deal.

The language in the Separation Agreement is key to what options, if any, you have. That said, from what you wrote you may be able to file a...

Can I take my son to the emergency room while my husband is under a 209A upon behalf of son? We have joint legal custody.

The short answer is yes, but there are some therapists that will not engage your child unless the other parent consents. That said, I presume...

Can the child support I'm paying be increased when I have a new baby on the way?

Financial obligations to a subsequent family can be used as a defense to an attempt by your ex to increase child support, although it is not a...

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

There are a number of factors that can impact an answer. That being said, you should start by reviewing your Separation Agreement. If the issue...

I was awarded attorney's fees, but not told how much or when I will receive them; how do I find this out?

I am gathering from your question that the divorce is ongoing and your spouse has available to him either income or assets to provide payment for...