I agree with Attorney Pang. Under a CWOF, what you have is a criminal charge and then an entry of a dismissal on your record, presuming you met...

Do children over 12 get to decide whether or not they want to have visitation with their father?

The controlling factor will be the best interests of the child. This does not necessariy mean that the 11 year old is driving the bus. Your...

My sister-in-law has Guardianship of my daughters.

I agree with Attorney Golden that you should begin with a soft approach as a judge agreed to give a guardianship to your sister in law for a...

I live with my grandfather. and he wants to take my gardianship?

The law in Massachusetts regarding guardianships has changed a few months ago. Your parents and grandfather can agree to limit the areas where he...

Children scared of father, and not wanting to see him..ages 14 and 17

I presume the "summons" you received was to appear in Probate Court. You can speak with the Lawyer of the Day at Probate Court. Note that this...

Children's right to refuse to see parent court ordered parenting time.

This is a complex situation with many facts unknown, some of whch will affect any advice given, even general advice. One important factor is to...

Proper path to file for sole custody after abuse has taken place

I realize that your question was posted 5 months ago, but this answer may help others who are in a similar situation. Various laws in Massachusetts...

Verbally abusive 18-yr-old

There is little you can do in a "legal" sense to enforce good behavior by your son toward your husband, from whom you are separated. If your...

My husband adopted our son in Jan. 07. Does the paternal extended fam. have right to see said child?

It appears that it is the biological father's extended family that wants visitation with your son. The short answer is that they have no "right" to...

My 15 year old niece is coming to live with me. What forms do I need to be her temporary guardian. Her mother is cooperative.

I agree with Attorney Rockwell that you may not need to file a guardianship petition when there is a caregiver authorization which is properly...