What is a typical for a fee on a settlement? 20% 50%????????

Contingent fees are typically used when a favorable outcome is likely for the client, but the client either cannot or will not pay the attorney's...

We filed for an uncontested divorce in MA, however our court date will be a problem for him - he's in jail.

My advice would be for him to hire an attorney. His attorney can file a motion seeking to waive his appearance and attend your final hearing. If...

You have to be very careful with the security deposit law and in separately metering utilities. Your riskiest course of action is to do nothing. ...

Your husband is wrong and you should retain counsel of your own as you prepare for what sounds like an impending divorce.

Do i need a lawyer at mediation for child support and custody?

You do not need a lawyer, but I would strongly recommend that you retain counsel to represent you.

My wife left the home that we own together 4 months ago, now she wants to move back and take it from me. I am on disability.

I'm sorry to hear this is happening. While you cannot bar her from reentering the marital home, she also cannot force you out. It sounds as...

There is no such requirement that I am aware of.

Can I just stop my child support payments?

My advice would be to file a complaint for modification. I would speak to an attorney first, but it sounds like you are absolutely entitled to a...

Can you accept a security deposit after the inception of the tenancy?

There is no reason why not. However, a tenant may or may not be required to pay one. The tenant cannot be forced to accept new or additional...

My friend wants to adopt my unborn daughter.

I doubt that you can get an adoption completed before your due date, even if you were permitted to commence adoption proceeds before the birth of...