I agree with Attorney Robbins. Usually when filing a complaint for divorce or for custody and support, the party files a motion for a temporary...

New tenant (9 days) - all of the checks bounced, we signed a lease. Do I have to follow the eviction process (it is MA)?

Yes. In Massachusetts, once a tenant is in the apartment, a landlord must serve the tenant with a notice to quit, or whatever notice is provided...

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In Massachusetts, a landlord cannot legally serve a tenant's guests with a notice not to trespass. A tenant has the right of control over who may...

Do I need a criminal defense attorney for my hearing before the MA Magistrate?

Yes. You should hire a lawyer. You want to have the best chance at ending the matter at that hearing, otherwise the case will be sent to the...

Dispute over contingent fee and now Attorney won't communicate

The Massachusetts Bar Association has a Legal Fees Arbitration Board set up to help resolve legal fee disputes between attorneys and client. The...

I had a recent win on my complaint for modification. However, defense put in a sentence that ought to be removed. Can I amend?

You need to consult a lawyer. There is not enough information here for an adequate response. You don't say whether you entered into an agreement...

See a lawyer. If your ex is placing you in fear of imminent serious physical harm, then Massachusetts Generals Laws Chapter 209A allows you to...

Judge ordered that my medical records, to be reviewed by a GAL. GAL claims that opposing attorney may view them too. True?

You really need a consultation with a lawyer for answers to this questions. There are too many facts and issues involved. For example, you don't...

My husband is charged leaving our 2 children home alone. What happens during and after the investigation, what do we do?

It sounds like the police , or perhaps the maintenance guy, fled a 51A complaint of abuse or neglect with DCF against your husband. The police are...

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Withholding rent/eviction

It is likely that the landlord will try to evict you. In non-paymnet of rent cases, the landlord must first serve the tenant with a fourteen day...