Can and/or will DA office prosecute a Mass 209A violation if the victim refuse to testify? Is legal representation necessary?

Sure, the DA's office can always decide to go forward with a case, though nothing's certain. Note that the alleged Chapter 209A violation would be...

Can I evict my section 8 tenant who is currently a tenant at will for Use and Occupancy using a 30 Day Notice?

I urge you to heed Attorney Vaughn-Martel's advice. It will likely be cheaper and much quicker in the long run to hire an attorney to deal with...

Can statements made by the judge in a civil case (258e) be used in my upcoming clerks hearing (criminal) for an a&b?

You should do your best to present whatever facts from the 258E hearing will help you. At least get a certified copy of the complaint, affidavit...

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Was on maternity leave and got discharged can i still get unemployment

Yes, you can get unemployment benefits, as long as you meet the eligibility requirements (available for and actively seeking work, etc.). I would...

Child support

Certain documents can be introduced as evidence, but the requirements for doing so vary according to the context and type of document. In general,...

Can my son's father get joint custody of my child?

Based on what you've written, I doubt that your son's father would be able to initially win joint physical or legal (decision-making) custody,...

I was arrested for larceny over $250 & am curious of the penalties I may be facing.

The possible penalties range up to a $1,000 fine and 2.5 years in jail. You should under no circumstances deal with any criminal charges without...

Can you get an enullment after you've been divorced ?

You should be able to, but you should start by filing a motion to open the judgment first, under Massachusetts Rule of Domestic Relations Procedure...

What is considered an illegal notice to quit and if so, can I have the eviction dismissed if it's illegal?

A summary process notice to quit doesn't have to be given to you directly or sent by certified mail. Often, if given to a process server, that...

Failure to put securit deposit in a separate bank account- breach of lease?

I think Attorney Robbins has given you great advice, and I agree that in your situation I would try to compromise. The enforceability of the lease...