Legal Question in Family Law in Massachusetts

Ex's Attorney

I served by ex on a contempt charge on 9/23 and he has 7 days to answer, which he didn't. In e-mails prior to his actually being served he informed me he will be getting a attorney 'to straighten me out once and for all' but I have never heard a word from any attorney. Doesn't that attorney have to contact me prior to going to court or can she/he just show up at the hearing on the 15th. I do not/will not have a attorney & told ex that and for him to just have his attorney contact me. I just would like to know if I will be going against a lawyer or the ex directly prior to the court date.


Asked on 10/06/08, 1:13 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Gabriel Cheong Infinity Law Group

Re: Ex's Attorney

The new attorney, if there really is one, has no obligation to contact you prior to the hearing. If it's a new attorney, he can file a notice of appearance on that day and represent your ex.

However, after that first hearing, he will be representing your ex for the duration of the case unless he withdraws.

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Answered on 10/06/08, 2:03 pm
henry lebensbaum Law Offices of Henry Lebensbaum (978-749-3606)

: Ex's Attorney

no, contact or notice is not required, nor is an answer. Contempt is one of those actions that unknowns exist.

If you need help, contact me.

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Answered on 10/06/08, 8:25 pm


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