I agree with the other answers provided. In order for a Judge to consider a motion to compel mental health records, the person whose records are...

Will a judge grant me child support for my 18 year old son who lives with me even if he isn't currently going to college?

While I agree with Attorney Rao, an important factor that you don't discuss is the reason your son only works part-time. Is this a choice on his...

When you already filed a motion for a civil restraining order and the judge grants the motion with no hearing/date? Meaning?

Read the order carefully. It sounds like the Judge issued a permanent restraining order which never expires. As a result, there is no need for ...

Divorce before year end

There is no advantage or disadvantage to filing for divorce before the end of the year except that it gets the process going. You will still be...

How do I protect myself financially from my fiance's ex girlfriend & child support duties once we are married? Massachusetts

I agree with Attorney Rao. In addition, I recommend that you place a homestead on your home as a protection against all creditors. I recommend...

How to modify child support order when both divorce parents live in different state then the order?

You should consult a lawyer in Kentucky. Courts have the power to change child support when the court has "jurisdiction" over a matter. ...

May the GAL report be used in a district court for a RO hearing?

This question illustrates the problems of having two courts hearing the same matter. Courts have policies against this. If the District Court...

What will happen to an 18 year old male who is brought to court for domestic violence?

There are two potential court proceedings in this case. Clearly there is an allegation of assault and battery. This is a criminal proceeding with...

In Massachusetts, what is just cause to file a restraining order on someone?

If they have only threatened you with lawsuits and nothing else, you probably can't get a restraining order. If they have threatened something...

I am prose plaintiff in divorce trial. Will be both by law have to testify? In what order?

Somebody has to testify. If nobody testifies, there is no evidence. If there is no evidence, the Judge can't grant a divorce. You are the...