Legal Question in Family Law in Massachusetts
husband walking out
husband walked out - no goodbye or words to kids, just left. 4 days gone. Has been in/out to pick things up, then sneaks out again to ''moms''. question: can I change locks or keep him out of house since he's the one that left? can I restrict when/how he sees kids? will he be required to continue to pay bills? when I am away w/ kids for summer at vacation home, can I keep him from staying at the house here alone? This has been a repeated pattern over the past year. Stay at home mom, former professional, with 4 kids. Completely financially dependent and don't want to damage my kids life/lifestyle
3 Answers from Attorneys
Re: husband walking out
You need to file for divorce. You can change the locks, but he also can do so just as legally. Once the court orders are entered by stipulation, you can keep him from the house (you cannot get a "contested" order keeping him out unless you can show violence or a serious risk to the health and well-being of yourself or the children).
Re: husband walking out
Retain an attorney to draft and negotiate a separation and/or divorce agreement which will establish these rules.
Re: husband walking out
You need to go see an attorney to protect your children and yourself. Either you need to enter into a separation agreement or file for divorce. Do not put this off indefinitely. It is clear your husband has a problem with the marriage; the issue is how to protect your interests.
Please feel free to contact me if you wish to discuss the matter without obligation.
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