How many times can i ask for continuance of hearing as the plaintiff? And can i go one day ahead instead of the original date?

This is a bizarre situation. If an attorney has a conflict preventing him/her from attending a hearing, it is his/her responsibility to request a...

How to Cancel a Temporary Spousal Support Hearing I Filed For?

Besides being proactive as counsel suggests, you should expect the hearing to be taken off-calendar if no one makes an appearance. Good...

Can my sisters ex-husband only speak with me with ongoing issues related to their divorce?

Counsel are correct. Your sister cannot authorize you to become involved in her case. This would be a nightmare for the court. You are a good...

Can the baby's last name be anything the mother chooses if she is unmarried to the father?

Ms. Campbell is correct. There are no apparent court orders prohibiting such action. However, if bio dad files a Petition to Establish Parental...

If the alleged biological father takes you to court, by filing a Petition to Establish Parental Relationship (a paternity case), and DNA test...

What to do with my Ex sending me harassing emails and purchasing the URL associated with my name?

If you do not intend to commence legal proceedings against your ex, such as for a temporary restraining order, a preliminary injunction, and a...

My ex and I have a temporary custody order, can she violate this even if I’m out of town?

Unless your mother has been joined as a party to your divorce action and awarded custodial and/or visitation rights by the court, your ex can...

Simply taking custody is not enough. You need court orders. You are already aware of temporary guardianships, which are sought in Probate Court. ...

What can I do when the owner puts hardwood floors in the apartment above me?

Ask an experienced Landlord-Tenant attorney about Constructive Eviction. Good luck.

What may or may not happen with an Order for Paternity when the biological dad is deceased?

I expect there may be the need to file a Petition For Probate (in the Probate Court) to have someone appointed Special Administrator of the estate...