"Contact" can be interpreted in many different ways and is broadly interpreted in the case law. If someone calls the police stating you violated...

I bought a house 7 months before I got re-married. I never put my new husbands name on the deed.

I don't see a direct question in what you wrote, but I assume you are seeking advice on how to treat the home. There are a lot of factors involved...

Would I be in contempt of court if I didn't follow the visitation schedule? How would I defend myself?

It sounds as if this is a very stressful situation for all of you. Has the court issued any orders in your current litigation? What type of...

The above attorneys all offer you good advise. You should also speak with the town you live in, as they may have rules regarding where the child...

How do I file a motion for temporary orders regarding child support?

You need to have a pending complaint in the Court before you can file a Motion. Depending on your circumstances, it may be a Complaint for Divorce...

Can another person claim my children in their taxes?

Were you divorced and is there a tax provision of your Separation Agreement? Is there any court order related to filing tax returns? Have either...

DCF is investigating a family member living with me on a temporary basis, what are my rights?

DCF needs to ensure that all of the children in the home are safe, not just the child who made the allegations. Furthermore, if they do find there...

DIVORCE

There is no need to be separated; in fact, my practice is seeing a lot of couples who remain in the same household for financial reasons while they...

Child Support

File a Complaint for Modification immediately. The Court has the ability (not guaranteed) to change support payments back to the date of filing,...

What do I do when my daughters mom is refusing my court ordered visitation?

In Massachusetts, you would need to return to Court and file a Complaint for Contempt. If you have not seen your daughter in a while, go to Court...