My husband has told me he wants a divorce. We have been married for 3 years in Massachusetts. I moved into his home and am not

Under the Alimony Reform Act there are many different types of alimony, as well as a lot of factors that go into considering whether a spouse is...

How does adultery affect a divorce, if at all, in Massachusetts?

Attorney Mason provided a very good answer for you. I would only add that if you believe funds are still being dissipated, you should consider...

I need a family lawyer

Both Attorney Robbins and Attorney Callahan gave you good answers. You certainly have grounds for a modification. It sounds as though your case...

Sole custody with mom for five years,dad now wants shared custody?

If your ex is seeking to modify custody, he will have to show a material change in circumstances. I recommend you speak with an attorney regarding...

Used me for USA papers and want now divorce

Your question applies to immigration law, and not child custody law, as you had originally listed your question. I have updated the practice area...

My abusive bf and I just broke up and I am pregnant with his child, what can I do as far as rights?

Under Massachusetts law, the mother of a child born out of wedlock automatically has full legal and physical custody of the child unless and until...

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Can my ex-husband file a Motion or Modification relating to an issue already addressed in the Final Judgement last year?

Any and all issues pertaining to children are always modifiable at any time until the children are emancipated. That means you or your ex may file...

Filed for divorce while ex was in jail

Attorney Mansur is correct. No substantive orders will be issued at the Case Management conference, only procedural orders. If you are looking...

What form do I file with Court System while going trhough Mediation for a Divorce so my husband can not sell his assets

Probate and Family Court Supplemental Rule 411 prevents either party to a divorce from depleting or alienating any assets during the pendency of a...

I married in March 2008 to June 2008. My husband abandoned me and went back to his country (Turkey) after 3 months.

Assuming you have lived in Massachusetts for at least 1 year, Massachusetts will have jurisdiction to hear a divorce. You may file for a contested...