Is it possible to change jurisdiction on support order if residency has been in MA for 3 years?

Assuming that Rhode Island has passed either version of the two Uniform Interstate child support acts, as long as either parent or the subject...

Sent out subpoena but no response. What do I do now?

In addition to Attorney Samuels' excellent advice, you can hire a lawyer through the Limited Assistance Representation Program to assist you for...

How does one enforce alimony order if based on MA law?

I am not clear by what you mean "will not produce his income here". If jurisdiction remains in Massachusetts (which it appears it does), you can...

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You should also try contacting the Jeanne Geiger Crisis Center (http://www.jeannegeigercrisiscenter.org/) and Greater Boston Legal Services...

How does one deal w/ DCF?

Very, very carefully. You should meet immediately with a lawyer familiar with representing parents with DCF; ideally with copies of any documents,...

Would this be grounds to defend myself against my ex when modifying an existing divorce agreement?

You need to consult with an attorney and provide copies of the current support orders. Your facts are not clear as stated. For instance, you...

Am I responsible for carrying my daughters baby on my insurance plan?

Your granddaughter is not a party to, or subject to, your existing court order from the Probate and Family Court concerning your daughter. (If...

Can courts order a % of "future" unearned income for child support for private held stock, for if and when it turns into income?

The answer is almost certainly 'no', in terms of calculating child support. Even vested stock options will not be considered income until the...

Is it legal for a credit card company to withdraw more than $1,000.00 from your checking account without your permission?

I hear two questions: (1) Can the CC company withdraw funds without my permission? Answer: No, but 'permission' may have been created by a contract...

I have a no contact order from my abuser. how do I get answers to the hell that happened to me that night??

First, please clarify wheher you have a no contact order _against_ your abuser; your description is ambiguous and abusers sometimes use the court...