Can I request my probate matter regarding child custody and/or visitations go before the original judge in Massachusetts?

Usually, probate court family law cases follow a rule of "one case, one judge." That can change when a judge goes on leave or moves to a different...

The short answer is no, it's not criminal. For a number of purposes (filing income taxes, etc.), a married couple can be considered a single...

What if I don't get served papers?

If you received no notice of a hearing, you should be able to go into court on an emergency basis and have any new order vacated. Before you do...

What steps does he need to take to get his name off the birth certificate

By signing the birth certificate, he has made a voluntary acknowledgement of paternity. If it seems as if he was deceived into signing it, he would...

Uninsured medical bills, a 3rd party helps me through my employer. Shouldnt my ex still have to pay her portion?

From what you're saying, your agreement provides that you share the kids' uninsured medical expenses equally. If your employer provides an amazing...

Would i be notified if i was supposed to be paying support? Im scared ill wake up someday to find my bank account frozen.

Although it's possible that you could be ordered to pay support, it may be that the assistance that the guardian receives is part of a subsidy paid...

Is there anything we can do here legally? Like should I contact the nursing program he is in and make them aware?

There is nothing "we" can do because you are not the parent. If this is becoming a serious problem for your SO, or if it's interfering with her...

When going to court March 4th, what can we do to modify child support

The short answer is YES! If the younger child is almost 20 and working full-time, the judge will consider suspending child support, at least until...