We have shared legal custody, but can't agree on where to send our child to school... What decides this?

Shared legal custody means that the parents are able to make decisions together on important life issue, such as education. Are you intending to...

Could a tenant (theoretically) pay all rent due then use Chap. 239 Sec. 8A to stay in my house forever?

No. If the tenant fails to pay rent, you can serve the tenant with a fourteen day notice to quit and then file a summary process action. If this...

What punishment (if any) can I ask for if I file contempt against my ex-wife for breaking the divorce agreement?

These types of questions are fact specific. It depends upon the nature of the breach, whether it was a serious breach, such as failure to pay...

Does the Probate Court require an affidavit when filing a temporary order?

Yes. The Family court usually does not conduct evidentiary hearings on Temporary Order. Therefore, you need to place facts into evidence. The...

Getting married soon & my landlord doesn't like my fiancee.

See an experienced landlord tenant lawyer. There are a number of potential issues here. Attorney Kelly is correct that the eviction process takes...

My ex landlord is taking me to court for not paying the full amount of my rent. How do I prepare? And can I delay the court date

I agree with Attorneys Kelly and Callahan; however I noticed that you said ex-landlord. Does that mean that you have vacated the apartment and...

Not unless you want to seriously harm your case. This suggestion contemplates something completely out of line. If you have something to present...

She had my served and my parenting time is suspended!!??

Hire a lawyer right away. He or she will be able to prepare the best defense for you. If you have a drinking problem, anger management problem,...

Does a warranty of habitability include home security in Massachusetts?

As long as the premises are in compliance with the State Sanitary Code, you do not have a warranty of habitability claim. The Supreme Judicial...

What are my options for fighting "abuse of discretion" from a divorce judgement?

You should consult a lawyer who does appellate work, preferably a family law attorney who does appeals. Based upon my experience, an appeal from a...