How can I collect arrears and reg child support payments from a corporation set up by my exhusband?

The court that issued the divorce decree and child support order will likely need to be informed of the developments in order to determine how best...

Began as a pro se to avoid statue of repose. Got motion to dismiss rule 8 A MA Cam I ask court for time to find attorney? How

If the matter's proceeding in Massachusetts Superior Court, what you may have received is service of the motion under Superior Court Rule 9A. If...

Have I surmised correctly that serving notice to the other party preceding subpoenaing a witness for deposition is not required?

Your supposition about notice before service appears to be correct, if the subpoena does not seek any of the listed categories. Bear in mind you...

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Can DOR take extra money out of my check without a court order?

This problem has a simple solution. Call DOR and provide the existing arrearage order. They are easy to work with and will adjust the garnishment...

Is it legal for a lawyer to help draft a motion if he is not taking your case?

It can be a tricky ethical area, as this article points out:...

What does "is an issue" mean in this statement from the mass.gov site

It means where a dispute involves financial matters, including financial support. All child support modification matters, by definition, have...

If a father agrees to sign his rights over, does he still have to pay child support?

Yes. The concept of "signing over rights" doesn't exist in Massachusetts or probably any other state. Parenthood creates support obligations that...

Do I need a lawyer or do I wait?

If the payor is gainfully employed and earning income, it could be to your advantage to hire a lawyer to press a complaint for contempt in the...

My ex took $10 out of my personal bank account! Who do I need to charge or sue?

If your ex is not listed on the account, the bank should not have allowed her to withdraw the money, which could be substantially more than $10...

How to enter judgment on lawsuit from settlement agreement?

An agreement for judgment is the way to go, as noted by other posters. Beware that payment plans have a high failure rate. Build into the...