Do I have to pay for extra curricular costs when she sends receipts 8 months later?

Orders by the court apply to both sides. If the order specifies that the receipts must be provided within thirty days the order must be followed....

Can I get sole custody of my son?

If I were you I would be reluctant to NOT extend the restraining order. You don't know what the outcome of the trial will be or if he will be...

Do we need to file a motion seeking termination or child support (over 18) or does it terminate automatically?

Be careful due to the language of the agreement. Under c. 208, s. 8, support can be extended through the age of 21 if the child is still living...

Do I need a lawyer?

If you rented the unit without a lease, as a tenant at will, the landlord is only required to give you a thirty day notice from the beginning of a...

Attorney Matta is correct in that this case would be fact specific. There are several levels in the offender registry depending on the severity of...

Can a tenant move out after default but before eviction

Your question is a little lacking in facts. However, it appears that you brought a summary process action and the tenant defaulted, but vacated the...

I am a landlord and my tenant is behind in rent, 2 months, but they are avoiding when I try to reach them, what are my options?

Landlord /tenant law in Massachusetts is a virtual minefield for landlord and one that can have very costly results for the unsuspecting landlord....

Joint legal custody - ex is violating order by selecting a school without consulting me

You may absolutely request that resolution if you can show that your ex has been making decisions that are not in the best interest of you child....

Can landlord deduct security deposit refund in MA for wear & tear after staying in the apartment for more than 7 years?

A landlord cannot deduct from a security deposit for normal wear and tear. You should also have a statement of conditions signed by both you and...

DCF says I cant stay with the kids because of something on my CORI, but they wont tell me what it is. HELP

You should seek an experienced attorney to address this problem as DCF is not the easiest agency with which to deal. I recently had a similar case...