Lowell, MA asked in Family Law, Child Support and Child Custody for Massachusetts

Q: Unmarried and separated with three kids. As a single mother, what are my rights an what can I do?

Is there a lawyer that I can get with low income?

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Joshua H. Bearce
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Joshua H. Bearce
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  • Boston, MA
  • Licensed in Massachusetts

A: 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 children's father, as well as the establishment of a parenting plan. I suggest you speak with an attorney who specializes in family law to discuss your options further. Good luck.

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