Legal Question in Family Law in Massachusetts

Your current order is still valid. You must obey it unless a Court issues a new order changing the prior order. The new law does not change anything for you unless you file a modification and a judge makes an order. Depending on the nature of the prior order, you may not be eligible to modify the prior order. You should consult an attorney to get information based on the specific order that you have.

I would have to check your math, but if you are looking for a modification of your current order you must go back into court and seek a modification. It is much better to be the plaintiff in a modification than a defendant in a contempt action. Feel free to contact our office if you would like representation. Good luck.

Depending upon the terms of the your divorce, you may or may not be able to modify your alimony with respect to the length of support you are required to give. I suggest you contact an attorney to reviiew your separation agreement and judgment of divorce.