I was found indigent and qualified for a PD in recent criminal case . How can St Lucie Co now charge me $750 for counsel?

You may be interested in the below linked piece of journalism from NPR looking at this very phenomenon.

I'm a British Citizen living in Canada and want to marry a US Citizen.

I've retagged as a question regarding immigration, as I assume what you are asking has to do with how to legally and appropriately enter and remain...

If common law is not recognized in Ma. why did I have to hire a lawyer and divorce my husband of 23 years

Massachusetts recognizes any marriage that was valid under the laws is the state or country where it was performed. If the court recognized your...

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What rights do I have as a grandparent when it comes to visitation with my grandchild

You should note that there's a relevant Supreme Court ruling that affects grandparent visitation rights. Your rights cannot be based solely in the...

When is property considered abandoned?

It sounds like you've taken many steps to give your ex opportunities to pick up her belongings. I'm assuming you haven't heard from this alleged...

He is hiding money. Do I confront him with evidence?

I disagree that this is a question of ethics, but point out it's more one of strategy. Tipping your hand too early could alert your husband. I...

Filing for divorce. Husband makes more money than wife, but has the children 80% of the time. Does he still pay child support?

As has been pointed out, the nonresidential parent pays child support to the residential parent unless the parties have a 50/50 arrangement. There...

My ex wants to move my child in his girlfriends house how do I contest this?

I would add the caveat that if there is serious drug use/abuse, you need to demonstrate the actual harm to the child. Though it seems a common...

Can my ex change a court order for 50-50 custody with no child support

Under the current Massachusetts laws, one needs a significant change in material circumstances in order to modify a parenting plan (physical and...

Should I voluntarily surrender my Class A LTC?

You're not getting many answers because this is really a question that should be discussed directly and confidentially with experienced criminal...