Is it possible to stop a 1a divorce already in process ? Hearing is scheduled for 12/17 ?

Simply file a joint motion to dismiss the complaint

What happen's if my father refuses a summons to court?

File an affidavit of indigency and ask the court to pay for service or spend 50 bucks and have a constable service the summons.

An award of custody is made in the child's "best interest." The standard allows the judge substantial discretion in determining what constitutes...

Can my husband sale the house without my permission ?

If there is no court action pending and he holds the deed in his name only, then he can sell the property. If there’s a divorce action filed he is...

Unless the court order specifically states that she may attend medical appointment or have any form of contact with the children outside of the...

Sounds like the court transferred custody of your children to DCF through a "sua sponte" action and concurrently issued a restraining against you...

What do I really need to be concerned about for divorce/custody and what can I do to prepare?

The three issues you list are generally not major concerns. Marijuana and cigarettes are legal and would only be a consideration if your use...

MA: Child Support to kids who are not your biological kids?

You are only obligated to pay child support for your biological children and any children you have formally adopted.

How and why does the state mandate child support from some people, but not others with no court order from the mother?

If a parent uses state assistance, the Department of Revenue will file for child support on behalf of the parents to recover that assistance. It is...

If you or your newborn test positive for drugs at the time of birth, DCF may be called in and start an investigation. Since marijuana is legal, the...