Legal Question in Family Law in Massachusetts
domestic relations summons.
My daughter's father and I split recently and I had to file for state aide. When you do that they automaticlaly open a child support case. I told him that. He went and filed one anyway. I recently was served with papers and need to reply to his complaint.
My question is do I need to bring legal representation?
3 Answers from Attorneys
Re: domestic relations summons.
If you have a caseworker already with the DOR, bring the summons to the caseworker and ask if they'll go to court for you.
If they won't or if you don't have a caseworker with the DOR yet, then I would suggest getting representation.
Re: domestic relations summons.
You are allowed to represent yourself. However, you should let your DOR/CSE representative know about the date. He or she may seek to move the case to a block day. At the very least, it will help them keep an eye on the case.
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Re: domestic relations summons.
It depends on your abilities, and the issues that require attention.
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