If you have an open case before the court, you can make "discovery" demands requesting financial documents under Rule 410 and ask for additional...

I agree with Atty Doherty: child support must be the priority; however, the law does allow for changes (modifications) to orders where a...

Am i legally divorced?

Review the documents with the court clerk to confirm if any error was made while it is still in the nisi period. A quick Motion can be filed to...

Child support modification questions

I suggest you start by consulting with a few attorneys. The remedies you seek are do-able, but they can be complicated. An experienced attorney...

Filing a motion for a dna genetic marker test and where it says "in this action who requests" i was wondering what i should put

Lowell is in Middlesex county. There is a "Lawyer of the Day" program at the Middlesex Probate & Family courthouse. Licensed attorneys can help...

If my ex decides to give up his parental rights does child support stop ?

There is one exception to the aforesaid rule: if the child is adopted by another parent.

CAN A DIVORCE DECREE BE MODIFIED WHEN I COMES TO REAL ESTATE

I agree with my colleagues but must add there is one further option: ask your ex if they will consent to an extension of time.

How is child support typically adjusted when a child goes off to college?

Although your child is "going off to college" and will not technically reside with the custodial parent during school year, under MA law the child...

What are my rights to the home that we both own as she hAS moved out and hAS a appartmen now. Do I have the right to change lock

Your wife has a half interest in the house, whether its in your name only or both party's name. It is "marital property". She can waive the right...

Can I change my mind after I file a modification to terminate the child support from my son's father?

Your ex is under the mistaken idea that child support is optional. The court correctly informed you that adoption is a way to terminate CS...