What happens to Child Support payments in guardianship

The fact of the guardianship should not affect the terms of the existing support order. However, depending on the amount of payments, if the child...

Do you have to use a family court in the county you were married in to file for divorce?

You file for divorce in the county in which you actually live. If you live in Hopkinton, that will be the courthouse for Middlesex County in...

What is the "Bond" process?

A bond is basically a pledge that you will not take the incapacitated person's funds. Sureties is another word for actual insurance -- a third...

How can I find a lawyer experienced with bipolar spouses, fast? Spouse being released from hospital, still irrational, scared.

Are you looking to keep him out of the house because you fear physical harm for yourself and/or the kids? If so, I'd speak with a family law...

Is it possible to be emancipated if adult child isn't under guardianship?

There is law on this point which says that the duty of support can last into adulthood where a child is permanently and totally disabled and cannot...

Who's financially responsible for someone under guardianship?

First, do you have a separation agreement which discusses the issue? If so, the terms of the agreement will generally govern, unless a judge makes...

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Are there any ways to expedite the 90 day nisi period due to terminal illness?

I'm sorry that you've had such terrible news. Unfortunately, the nisi period is set by statute, and the judge does not have authority to change it....

The purpose of the bond is to ensure against a guardian or conservator stealing funds. If all you are applying for is guardianship of the person to...

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Will Help!

Even if there wasn't a will, you would have been entitled to a share of your mother's estate -- that is, anything she owned by herself. However,...

Can I use small claims court against a tenant in common to share expenses?

I wouldn't. The current cap on damages in small claims court is only $2,000. There's an effort to raise it to $7,000, but it's not law yet....