Criminal cases are public records, though CORI (Criminal Offender Record Information) are not. ...

Can i file for separate support if my husband refuses to move out?

MA does not recognize "legal separation" but it does avail separate support. The distinction is that you will not be divorced through a petition...

Does secondary income get included into child support calculation

IF the DOR is garnishing your salary for child support payments, and IF you were receiving that income at the time that the order was established...

Custodial leaving state

You have several grounds for contempt: (1) relocating out of state without your consent or an order of the court is probably the biggest of her...

When do alimony/child support payments begin?

I hope these were not MA lawyers because they are both incorrect. An order of payment may be made applicable as of the date of filing of the...

How to get a head start on the road to joint custody as a non-custodial parent?

You have taken the important first step which is to seek a court order establishing your rights. Now you must take the next important step--HIRE A...

Child Support adjustment when other parent who wasn't working at time of order now has an RN license?

A modification of child support is warranted when there is a "substantial change in circumstance". If mother is now fully and gainfully employed...

How do we write up an agreement for the non-contested relocation with minor children?

Any agreement reached between yourself and other parent is not enforceable unless it is recognized by the court, incorporated into a judgment and...

Do parenting plans in MA apply to children once they turn 18 years old?

Under general laws, an 18 year old is considered an adult for most purposes; paradoxically, termination of child support is not one of them. The...

Is there any way I can get my child support dropped. I don't owe any back fees only interest &penelties. My son died in Afghan

If the mother was on public assistance and DOR was collecting child support to reimburse the state for its expense of supporting your children, you...