Can I move out of state with my kids without the permission of their father.

You need the written permission of the father or an order of the court in order to permanently remove the children from Massachusetts. It is...

Do I need a custody attorney?

It sounds as though the child is currently attending school in the district that the other parent wants her to remain in. If this is the case, it...

Can I get a visitation schedule in place if there isn't one in our divorce agreement?

Your first step is to register the NY judgment with the MA Probate and Family Court for the county where your ex resides. You would then have to...

Is the parent receiving child support responsible for the co payment of the insurance of the parent paying health insurance?

I agree with Attorney Mason's answer. However, most BC/BS policies I deal with do not have co - pays. I would request a copy of the bill ,assuming...

Once you filed the modification you invited the discovery, which can be wise ranging. Your most recent pay stub is the least she could request. If...

How soon after the notice to quit date expires can I enter my Mass. rental property if it appears the tenant left as requested?

If it appears that the tenant has vacated you may enter the premises to determine that. However, if it appears, once you enter, that the tenant is...

Must I get my ex wife's permission to take my daughter to maine to see her grandparents during visitation?

If there is nothing in your divorce agreement or any subsequent orders prohibiting it you may bring your child to visit your parent during your...

Can my landlord prevent me from having an occasional overnight guest and charge me extra rent for the guests I do have?

The lease prevails. He loses. You have a claim if he attempts to evict you for same.

Is there a state law in Massachusetts which does not allow children of the opposite sex to share a room?

While there may be regulations governing this in situations where a child is in DCF custody or a foster home situation, I am not aware of any...

Can my ex-wife and I sign an agreement to transfer the child custody to me ( father), since she is moving abroad ?

You and your wife may agree to this arrangement but, unless it becomes an order/judgment of the court, it is not enforceable. You don't state if...