What constitutes a reasonable "change in material circumstances", constituting the basis in a complaint for modification?

It really depends on the circumstances. Some examples of grounds which may rise to the level warranting modification include: 1. One parent has...

A CPI adjustment was called for in my divorce agreement for alimony and child support.

A family law attorney can sit down with you and see if you are liable / obligated to provide retroactive support payments. The language of your...

Filing pro se contempt for enforcement of divorce decree

Yes. You are now named the Plaintiff and the opposing party (Husband) is the Defendant. It is also a Complaint for Contempt, not a Motion. I wish...

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I agree with Attorney Boone and would add that you do not know what position you will be when your mother passes, you may wish to use such funds...

The divorce is uncontested. No bills, no bank accounts, absolutely nothing is together. How long takes to complete the divorce

To complete the filings and agreement and to file the same, then to have a hearing date, may be as little as a couple weeks or as long as a couple...

My dad passed away last year. His house is part of the estate. Can we (heirs) rent it before we finalize the estate?

I am sorry for your loss. I would suggest you speak with a probate attorney and review your fathers estate plan. I would suggest not renting it as...

The day divorce was filled we no longer had joint accounts. Do I need to answer to my ex what I do with my money?

I am sorry you are going through this. After a divorce action is filed (and served) each party must exchange certain documents under rule 410....

Is temporary alimony credited to actual alimony after divorce is finalized?

Likely not - temporary alimony is separate from general term alimony. There was a recent decision (April, 2014 - Holmes v. Holmes) which addresses...

Can Massachusetts court order me pay child's college tuition?

It depends on the circumstances, but each parties financial position / income is a significant factor in determining college contributions. I would...

Is the equity in my ex-spouse car subject to marital division?

Possibly. I think you have posted multiple times - I suggest you speak with a family law / divorce attorney. I wish you all the best.