Not to be coy, but that is why lawyers are trained in the law. In Massachusetts attorneys are permitted to assist clients on a full service basis...

My attorney was late to court. Her tardiness resulted in checking in late, which put our case (contempt) to the back of the pile

Nothing in the law is black and white. There is no guarantee on call times, even if you are the first to the courthouse. The system in...

How do I answer a counterclaim correctly?

You appear to be dealing with the modification of child support in the Probate and Family Court. Given you apparent unfamiliarity with the legal...

Going Pro se, do I have to include all research with the exhibits I present to defendant? Can I mark judges exhibits?

When you represent yourself you are held to the same standard as a lawyer. You must follow the rules of court, rules of evidence, etc. At a...

Interlocutory appeal, can this be used mid-trial on issue that bears on result, or for a judgment only?

There is an interlocutory appeal and an panel appeal. Knowing which to file is critical. Knowing how to draft and file is as critical if not...

If I understand you correctly, you seek to modify your child support order filed in some state and seek to remove it to federal district court...

Cross appeal

You need to speak with an appellate lawyer. Appellate procedure is precise. To advise clients, an attorney needs to know the factual and...

First, have a frank discussion with your appointed attorney. If you remain dissatisfied then contact the Committee for Public Counsel Services and...

Need to find a lawyer that knows ayer district court

You miss-post your need. Yours is not an appellate issue. You need to consult with a criminal defense attorney who practices in the Ayer District...

Status review on a Harrassment order.

In short the procedure is that you receive a judgment. That judgment is entered on the docket. You have 30 days from the entry date to file a...