Can an estate sue for back child support in MA from debtor father on behalf of creditor mother. If so, which law governs?

The estate can sue for the back child support. The children can't sue. The children may benefit from the lawsuit as beneficiaries of the estate.

Can our child support get lowered now that we have joint custody

I agree with the other two attorneys. Joint custody should result in lower child support if the incomes have not changed, the cost of health...

Can you ascertain the nature of a warrant against me?

Try calling Dudley District Court and ask them about the warrant. Try the clerk's office first and probation second. If that doesn't work, you...

Will a shoplifting charge show up on a background check if my court date has not happen yet

You don't explain what a background check means. It could show up if a private investigator investigates you. If you are asking about a...

My probation ended, is my case dismissed?

Your case may not be dismissed yet. When the Court continues the case without a finding the court will specify a period fo time such as "continued...

If i didn't appear in court as a witness for the A.D.A because ei didn't receive the letter, what happens to me next?

If the case was not dismissed, you can expect that someone from the DA's office or the police will try to talk to you instead of using a warrant...

My Ex is filing bankruptcy. Her name is on the deed, but not on the mortgage. How would this affect my selling of the house?

You should consult a bankruptcy attorney who can check her bankruptcy fillings. Under bankruptcy law, the person with the right to sell your ex's...

My wife has bipolar disease. She had an episode. It resulted in her threatening me. What grounds do I have for divorce?

You should file a no-fault divorce.

After filing for an uncontested divorce, how long until it is final and recorded under Massachusetts law?

Filing the papers is the first step. After filing the papers, she needs to request a trial date. Once the parties appear before the Judge and the...

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