Legal Question in Family Law in Massachusetts

i'm 6 months pregnant.. the baby's father hasn't been there during all this time. he is now asking to for legal custody of the baby. his sister is mentally challanged and he has to watch her alot and i don't want my baby around her. I'm scared and really thought he just didn't want to have anything to do with me or the baby. He has a lawyer and said he wants to do this nicely what are my rights


Asked on 12/07/12, 1:13 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

First, if you do not have an attorney get one. Second if you cannot afford an attorney, then call the Massachusetts Bar Association for a referral to an attorney or a group.

Unless you are an unfit mother or are otherwise not capable of taking care of your child, the courts are more likely to give you custody. I assume you do not have a drug problem or drinking problem.

I do not handle custody matters but will gladly refer you to someone who does.

Good Luck

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Answered on 12/07/12, 1:29 pm


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