Is it possible for my lawyer to get me to sign something to keep my whole settlement

You just need to contact your lawyer. It is possible that your lawyer has not yet received the check. Or it is possible that the lawyer has the...

Want a divorce

Our office has handled cases like this without incident. You will need to file for divorce - presumably here in Massachusetts - and then make sure...

I agree that the attorney who handled your divorce would typically file the QDRO and any other paperwork. Assuming that you hired an attorney only...

Am I resposible to replace security deposit monies on properties that my ex H and I co own that he has spent?

I'm not sure if you had an attorney handling your divorce, but you should get one now. Whether you are responsible for the security deposit -...

My friend wants a divorce from someone in another country. Is it hard to accomplish?

Assuming that Massachusetts is the appropriate jurisdiction to bring the divorce, it will likely be the same as any other divorce, except there may...

I am seeking a pro bono Lawyer

I agree with the others that most courts have a lawyer of the day or other program that may be able to provide you with some assistance. Some...

When I child quits college & both parents agree to stop child support payments, what is the best way to handle without lawyers?

The parties should speak with an attorney and have papers drawn up to modify the current child support orders of the court. A joint complaint to...

Massachusetts - force a will to be filed

The holder of a will has a legal duty to file the will with the probate and family court following a person's death. You need to find out whether...

Hazardous neighbor tree

It sounds like you need to bring a motion for clarification to address what you did not specifically request the first time around. You should...

Can a former tenant who did not show up for a housing court date and it was dismissed get the case re-opened at a hearing becaus

As the others have said, your tenant's chances are quite good at getting the case re-opened. That being said, you have the right to challenge her...