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We were never married. Can the mother of my children take them out of state without my consent? (Permanent move)

Talia's answer | Answered on October 27, 2014

I assume there are no current court orders regarding custody and parenting time. If that is the case, Massachusetts law presumes that the mother...

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What can I do about my ex having people who are active addicts around my son?

Talia's answer | Answered on September 24, 2014

You should review the terms of any existing custody agreement/order to see if this issue is addressed. If it is addressed, then you should...

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Unmarried couple have 3 year old daughter,mother attempts suicide,is hospitalized,Can father keep child from her?Never hurt kid

Talia's answer | Answered on September 24, 2014

You do not mention whether there is an existing custody order in place. If there is, you should review that order. If there is no custody order...

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2 children both under 18. 1 will be 18 in jan the other 16 in dec. Originally had residential custody with the mother. Changed!

Talia's answer | Answered on September 23, 2014

You do not mention whether there is a formal custody and visitation order in place. If there is, this must be changed to reflect the current...

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Ex wife went in for child support modification because she got remarried and moved out of the property the court awarded her in

Talia's answer | Answered on September 23, 2014

I agree with Attorney Mavrides. I would also add that you do not mention whether the order issued by the judge was a Temporary Order or final...

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Child support attorney

Talia's answer | Answered on September 17, 2014

Attorneys registered on Avvo are not permitted to solicit clients through this forum. However, Avvo has a "Find a Lawyer" section where you can...

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My husband just moved. He refuses to let me see where the children (15 mo and 3 yrs) will be sleeping overnight. Can he do this?

Talia's answer | Answered on September 17, 2014

I agree with Attorney Booth. I would only add, the legal standard for custody and parenting issues, including visitation, is "the best interests...

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I live in MA. My ex moved to TN and stopped paying alimony. Is there anything I can do and what is the probability of success.

Talia's answer | Answered on September 16, 2014

You should look at your existing orders from your divorce, including the Separation Agreement, if you have one. You will likely be able to file a...

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Would it be hard to get divorce i been married for 5 yrs i am 76 yrs 0ld no kids or assetts with my wife

Talia's answer | Answered on September 10, 2014

Massachusetts is a state in which you can file divorce on no-fault grounds under "Irretrievable Breakdown of the Marriage." If your wife agrees to...

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My wife got a restraining order out on me how can she get money from me if we have not even been to court yet

Talia's answer | Answered on September 03, 2014

The District Court and the Probate and Family Court have authority to order support in a restraining Order. You should read the restraining order...

Talia N. Simonds's Answers (287)

We were never married. Can the mother of my children take them out of state without my consent? (Permanent move)

What can I do about my ex having people who are active addicts around my son?

Unmarried couple have 3 year old daughter,mother attempts suicide,is hospitalized,Can father keep child from her?Never hurt kid

2 children both under 18. 1 will be 18 in jan the other 16 in dec. Originally had residential custody with the mother. Changed!

Ex wife went in for child support modification because she got remarried and moved out of the property the court awarded her in

Child support attorney

My husband just moved. He refuses to let me see where the children (15 mo and 3 yrs) will be sleeping overnight. Can he do this?

I live in MA. My ex moved to TN and stopped paying alimony. Is there anything I can do and what is the probability of success.

Would it be hard to get divorce i been married for 5 yrs i am 76 yrs 0ld no kids or assetts with my wife

My wife got a restraining order out on me how can she get money from me if we have not even been to court yet