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He is not trustworthy due to things he's done through the years. He is named as the PR in her Will only because he bullied her into it and is the oldest. I do know that she tried to make her Will specific and made sure that her estate would be divided equally between her four children
answered on Dec 28, 2022
If your brother filed an informal probate, then he had to file a copy of your mother's Last Will and Testament. You can request to see a copy of your mother's estate case at the Probate and Family Court. This will allow you to see the Last Will and Testament and obtain a copy of it.... View More 
Is there a lawyer that I can get with low income?
answered on Apr 10, 2019
You can file three Complaints for Custody-Support-Parenting Time in the Middlesex Probate and Family Court. You can seek to waive the filing fees if you have a low income. After you have filed, I would suggest filing a motion for temporary orders to obtain an award of child support from the... View More
I'm a dad
my daughter hates her living situation
i make a good amount of money
answered on Apr 2, 2019
This question cannot be fully answered without more information. If there are allegations of physical abuse, and she does not want to live with her Mother, then you can file a complaint for modification with the Court seeking to obtain custody of her. I would suggest you also file a motion for... View More
answered on Apr 2, 2019
This depends upon the circumstances of the case. If there are issues which require immediate resolution, the parties often exchange their Rule 410 mandatory disclosures, and attend what is called a temporary hearing to establish the orders which will be in place during the divorce. These can be... View More
Hold the child from visitation or does she need to get the court order changed. There is a court order for supervised visits 2 days a week
answered on Apr 2, 2019
No. The Mother does not have the right to prevent you from having parenting time with the child simply because the two of you had an argument. If the Mother wants to modify the current parenting plan, she needs to obtain a court order. Otherwise, you can file a Complaint for Contempt if she... View More
He is threatening to take me to court and "change" things. (My interpretation is that he wants to see if he can get physical custody changed to him. He is also repeatedly texting and calling me and will not stop.
answered on Apr 2, 2019
If your boyfriend has no prior history which would make it unsafe for the children to be around him, then the fact that you introduced him to the children will not constitute a material and substantial change in circumstances warranting any modification of your parenting plan. I suggest you speak... View More
I have stayed home and taken care of our two small kids. Only work part time. Everything is in his name.
answered on Dec 23, 2018
The fact that the two homes are in your husband's name is irrelevant to your property division. However, if he purchased the homes prior to the marriage, or he can show that he made a significant pre-marital contribution to the homes, then he may be able to offset certain amounts from the... View More
DOR just started taking child support from my check but I am waiting for the defendant, my ex to respond to the complaint. Can they take $$ if I'm questioning the arrears? Also how long does the defendant have to respond to the claim? What do I do if he doesn't respond and where can I get... View More
answered on Dec 23, 2018
Yes. There is a court order in place to withhold money from your paycheck for purposes of the payment of child support. The father has 30 days to file an answer to your complaint after he is served with a copy of the complaint. You will not get a default judgment from the court if he does not... View More
the tax money. we have a divorce decree can he do this?
answered on Dec 15, 2018
This answer to this question depends on the terms of your Divorce Decree. If your Decree states that he is solely responsible for these expenses, then he cannot force you to contribute. In contrast, if the Decree states that you are required to make some contribution to those expenses, then he... View More
Spouse has filed an A&B claim against me, misleading the police officers into who the victim really is (case now dismissed). I need help filing for divorce and staying away from him (as well as custody of my 14 month old daughter) because he is unstable and angry. Can someone please advise me... View More
answered on Dec 15, 2018
You will need to file a Complaint for Divorce and a Motion for an Order to Vacate Marital Home. To get an immediate order directing your Husband to vacate the marital home, you will need to show that you and/or your daughter's health, safety, or welfare would be endangered if the Court did... View More
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