West Virginia Divorce...?

Please note that I am licensed in WV, but practice in Mass., in this area of the law, though. You do need to get help for this. I have to be...

How do I make sure I get full custody and all rights to my child?

I see you have 2 questions on this subject. Please note that I am licensed in WV, but practice in Mass., although in this area of the law. Please...

What can I do?

I am licensed in WV, but practice in this area of the law in Mass. First, speak to your former divorce attorney or another local attorney about...

What is my chance of getting custody or even visitation rights to a child I am not biologically related to??

I am afraid there will be nothing you can do here, since you are not the biological parents or relatives, and since the child is out of state....

Can I sue my slumlord

Please note that I am licensed in West Va., but practice in Massachusetts, including in landlord-tenant law. Is this May and June of this year? If...

Do i have to open up a separate bank account for a 6month lease ?

The security deposit law doesn't distinguish on time - if you accept a deposit, you have to follow the requirements. Follow Atty. Hammerlund's...

Over 18 child support laws in MA

For support between the ages of 18-21, the issue is solely whether your daughter is primarily dependent on the custodial parent. Attendance at...

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I live about 3000 miles away from the court so Can a Judge legally deny a telephonic hearing in family court?

Yes, there is no inherent right to a telephonic conference in our state. I suggest you find a family law attorney in the Greenfield area, and have...

Co-habitation constitute "marriage" as far as the court views it -- example - a husband living with another woman while marr

Massachusetts does not recognize common law marriage. If this is true, however, his conduct will be very relevant in any subsequent case you may...

Contractor left material on my property. I got reimbursed. What to do with the material?

Your question brings up the possibility that a "bailment" has been created. Usually, someone in the contractor's position sends you a demand...