My half siblings are using a copy of her will to probate her estate. She died last July, no original of her will has been found.

You should speak to an attorney before deciding whether to object. However, if a copy of the will is being probated it typically will be...

How can I legally get paperwork showing name I go by

You can file a "Change of Name" Petition with the Probate and Family Court to change your last name, you can find the form on the court's web site....

Does she have to go visit?

No, given her age there is really nothing that can be done to force her to go. However, you may want to try to help resolve the underlying issue...

Will a judge award joint legal custody to unmarried parents if the have shown they cannot co-parent?

There are a lot of factors that go into that decision, including why the parents cannot co-parent. The father's legal decision making rights are...

Is there anything I can do to stop this from continuing to happen?

No you can't stop it, however if it continues then perhaps you will have a basis to modify the existing custody order if that is something you want...

Pre-MUPC will - doesnt discuss supervised vs. unsupervised.

The supervised administration is a new concept under the MUPC, so I would construe a will drafted pre-MUPC to fall within the choice of "the will...

How can I alternatively serve contempt & modification complaints if my child's mother has moved addresses?

I would use the Sheriff's Office for service, not a constable, and explain the situation and give them her telephone number. They will call her and...

Does a single mother have the right to claim her child full taxes on tax return or does her boyfriend get to claim the child

The primary custodial parent is entitled to claim the children, unless you release the exemption to the other party using IRS form 8332. If your...

Can we get out of our lease early?

Talk with the landlord and hopefully you can come to an agreement. It is typically much better for the landlord to have you leave voluntarily than...

Sounds like you did not have him served with the summons & complaint. The court does not do that for you. The rules of civil procedure give you a...