I live in MA and received a letter saying I'm in contempt of court and a capias has been issued. Will I be arrested if I cant go

First, this is not a criminal, but a civil matter, as a capias is a civil "bench warrant." Second, I am assuming that the court date scheduled for...

First, your only obligation is to do what the court order requires. No more, no less. You do not have to pay her in advance, provide her with...

Can my spouse demand reimbursement for living expenses?

The court would certainly consider such a contribution from the other spouse. However, there are numerous factors to consider. For example, the...

If I have primary custody of my children, am I allowed to move them out of state?

You need permission from the court seeking the court's approval to remove the children from the Commonwealth. Further, if the court approves your...

First, under the new child support guidelines, you cannot ask for a downward modification based upon a subsequent family. However, and important...

Child support withholding's for a contractor in Ma.

I am a former DOR Attorney, having worked on cases just like yours for over three-years. You have two courses of action you must take: (1)...

I am seeking a modification of child support. I am self employed so my income varies widely month to month. How do you ...

First, I would strongly recommend retaining an experienced child support lawyer to assist you with this. As a former DOR/Child Support...

I need to file a modification and my ex is going to say he is paying over the guidelines but I am not sure he really is.

First, you raise numerous issues that cannot all be properly addressed here. However, before filing a "Complaint for Modification" I would...

My ex wife and I split 50/50 custody of our son - 3 years ago we divorced and agreed to spilt education cost.

Either party may ask the court for a modification of the prior court order, including an order that was nothing more than an incorporation of the...

Separated looking to divorce and options

Based upon your current situation, I would strongly recommend an uncontested divorce. If the parties are able to reach an agreement prior to the...