Questions answered by Christopher W. Vaughn-Martel

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Restraining Order Question

Christopher's answer | Answered on October 08, 2011

The court has the power to order a number of things, including an order that the abuser vacate the home. An abuser can even be made to continue to...

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My husband moved out. I'm worried if I go away for the weekend with the kids, he will move back in. Should I change the locks?

Christopher's answer | Answered on October 08, 2011

I agree with the previous attorney that your husband has a legal right to occupy his own home together with his family. Changing the locks is not...

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Overnight stays with my g/f are not allowed, how can i get this reversed from the divorce that has been signed off on.

Christopher's answer | Answered on October 08, 2011

I would suggest that you retain counsel and assess whether you are a candidate to bring a complaint for modification of your separation agreement. ...

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My husband and I have been married for 17 years. How long would I receive alimony as the primary caregiver of our 4 children?

Christopher's answer | Answered on October 08, 2011

I would strongly encourage you to retain divorce counsel as soon as possible to begin to plan for divorce, if that is what you believe you want. ...

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Home refinance and quit claim deed

Christopher's answer | Answered on October 07, 2011

I'm sorry to hear about your situation. Yes, the fact that there is so much equity in the marital home may give you several favorable options. ...

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I just found out the my husband has been in jail. We have been separated for a couple of years now. I have been looking for him

Christopher's answer | Answered on October 04, 2011

Our office has handled situations just like this. You will still need to file for divorce in court and have your spouse served with court papers. ...

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Do i have a case for slander or defemation

Christopher's answer | Answered on October 03, 2011

I agree with the others that you are better off just trying to move on from the situation and stay away from the folks that are trying to harm...

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Can I Legally rent a foreclosed property in Massachusetts ?

Christopher's answer | Answered on October 03, 2011

If you are the legal owner of the property, you may rent it. Obviously, you should notify any tenant that you are facing foreclosure proceedings. ...

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How do i adopt my girlfreinds daughter and theres no father at all on the birthcertficate in mass what do i do ?

Christopher's answer | Answered on October 01, 2011

Our office handles co-parent and step-parent adoptions routinely throughout Massachusetts. You will need to prepare and file a petition for...

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Both my ex boyfriend and I are on the lease. He's refusing to pay rent. Can I do something about it

Christopher's answer | Answered on September 27, 2011

You will need to file suit against your boyfriend for his share of the rent.

Christopher W. Vaughn-Martel's Answers (3514)

Restraining Order Question

My husband moved out. I'm worried if I go away for the weekend with the kids, he will move back in. Should I change the locks?

Overnight stays with my g/f are not allowed, how can i get this reversed from the divorce that has been signed off on.

My husband and I have been married for 17 years. How long would I receive alimony as the primary caregiver of our 4 children?

Home refinance and quit claim deed

I just found out the my husband has been in jail. We have been separated for a couple of years now. I have been looking for him

Do i have a case for slander or defemation

Can I Legally rent a foreclosed property in Massachusetts ?

How do i adopt my girlfreinds daughter and theres no father at all on the birthcertficate in mass what do i do ?

Both my ex boyfriend and I are on the lease. He's refusing to pay rent. Can I do something about it