What is the general divorce process?

If you both want a divorce and can agree to a settlement agreement that the courts will accept, then the easiest and cheapest way is to file...

Unless you can demonstrate the your brother-in-law poses some specific threat to your child, the only way to keep him away from your child is to...

Will a temporary restraining order affect my career with children in MA?

In your post you don’t say whether your ex filed under 209A (abuse prevention) or 258E (anti harassment) and it does make some difference. You are...

Do i HAVE to testify against my boyfriend ?

Prosecutors pursue domestic violence cases quite vigorously and if your testimony is critical to the case they will make every effort to have you...

I got a speeding ticket in the Boston area mid September, and I live out of state. I did not appeal the ticket within 20 days.

It is doubtful since you have now waited nearly 45 days, but you can call the Massachusetts Registry of Motor Vehicles and make an attempt. By not...

I am moving to TX and have a MA child support order. My order states child suppport is payable until emancipation.

A cautionary note: If you move the child out of state without the other parent’s permission or approval of the court, you may run into some...

What visitation rights does a father have once he moves out of house before complaint is served to spouse?

Attorney Robbins is correct. You have presumptive joint legal and physical custody. However, I would caution you on exercising those rights...

The pre-trial memo in conjunction with the pre-trial conference is a great opportunity to present your case to the judge in its best light. Often...

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

Attorney Varszegi is correct in advising you to file a motion under Rule 60 as long as the judgment for divorce is less than a year old. However,...

401k

If the divorce complaint has not been filed and served to the other party you can take a withdrawal or loan against you retirement savings. Be...