Child visitation

You should probably obtain permission from the court if there is an open court case. I would make an appointment for a consultation with an...

How do I go about finding a good attorney to legalize (citizenship) my husband?

You should use the Find a Lawyer feature on this site and call around to find someone you are comfortable working with. I'm happy to make a...

Is the refinancing or sale of houses legally enforceable after a divorce is final or only before?

Thank you for your question. The refinance of a home or homes is not uncommon in divorce. When you say you have agreed, it is critical to know...

Divorce question.... is it mandatory to have a full we sit down before the actual divorce court

It is almost always a good idea to sit down and discuss things prior to filing suit. Even if the parties cannot agree on each and every term,...

My mother in law and my wife and I own a home together. She needed money to finish building her new home. We agreed to sign for

First, your HELOC is a loan secured by a mortgage. It is functionally the same as any other mortgage, with all of the same consequences for late...

Must a marriage certificate be a US-based certificate before being able to file a divorce in Massachusetts ?

There is no need to register a marriage in Massachusetts. If you validly entered into a marriage in a foreign jurisdiction, Massachusetts will...

About how much does it cost to consult a lawyer , and have her/him draft a divorce agreement, and submit papers to the court ?

You should use this site's Fina a Lawyer feature and reach out to several attorneys. Most attorney will want to know more about your specific...

What this means in a court order

It likely means that your previous judgment is affirmed, except for those provisions which the order modifies. If you don't understand, take it to...

There is no legal requirement that the will be read. However, if you believe that you have an interest in an asset of the deceased, you may want to...

You will want to file an uncontested petition for divorce pursuant. It will still require the parties to attend a divorce hearing here in...