Can a judge force me to start court ordered visitation if I'm there only for child support purposes?

Typically a subject is "marked up" for hearing, based on the pleading and the Court will hear only those thing named in the pleading. However, the...

Is pension subject to division at divorce in MA?

Pensions are marital assets and will be distributed by a court upon a divorce; however, you can also "barter" with the funds. For example, you can...

CAN A CUSTODIAL PARENT RECEIVING CHILD SUPPORT CANCEL THE ORDER AND ELIMINATE THE ARREARS VOLUNTARILY EVEN IF THE CHILDREN ARE

Its unclear what you are asking, but if you want to terminate child support payments you are receiving from non custodial parent, the answer is...

MA and the other 49 states have adopted a "no fault" rule for divorce. If you apply, you will get the divorce. It simplifies pleadings and proof...

If the biological dad signed over right to the mom and the child was adopted by her husband, does the biological dad have rights

NO. there are no longer any parental rights after a parent surrenders those tights.

Does having sex with soon to be ex husband affect my divorce case in MA?

Previously, divorces had to be based on some "fault" of the other spouse--such as adultery or abandonment. That is no longer the case. If the tow...

I'm divorced and pay child support. If I remarry, is my new wife legally bound to my payments?

Your spouse's income is NOT considered in child support obligations. Only the parent is responsible for supporting their children.

How do I get legal fees paid by my soon to be ex-husband?

As a general rule, in the US each party pays their own litigation expenses including counsel fees. However, in certain instances the Court...

Child support in Massachusetts

It is unclear if the child is your's, your's and your fiance, or his by another mother. If you marry your finance and he adopts your child, not...

Is it possible to go through divorce when one party is overseas?

A lawyer can appear on your behalf. This will insure that your interests are protected and represented. Contact a local MA lawyer to insure your...