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Massachusetts has enacted new child support guidelines as of August 1, 2013. Child support is often ordered in custody cases to ensure the child is properly cared for by both parents. The two issues are considered separately, though. Whether you are the person who is supposed to pay support or you are owed the support,…
By Michael Franklin As many business owners here in Massachusetts know, a marriage is not guaranteed to succeed. Some may last for decades before failing, others just a few years. But no matter how long the marriage existed, its demise can have a profound effect on a business – unless the business owner took steps…
By Michael Franklin One of the most common questions when going through a divorce is; how is spousal support determined? Spousal support also known as alimony can be difficult to understand. When you hear about divorces involving people who are rich and famous, alimony payments can be in the millions. However, what if you or…
By Michael Franklin A divorce can be extremely stressful both emotionally and financially. If you are going through a divorce knowing how the law applies to you may ease this stress. Here are important areas of divorce law for Massachusetts residents: Property Division Mass. Gen Laws Chapter 208 Section 34 governs property division for a…
By Michael Franklin The Massachusetts Alimony Reform Act was signed into law in 2011 and became effective a little over a year ago. This law brought about sweeping new changes in the way alimony is awarded in the state, and many orders issued prior to its enactment could be modified as a result. One of…
By Michael Franklin Our children are an integral part of our lives and keeping them safe is what parenting is all about. Parenting together after divorce presents new challenges to an already difficult process, but navigating painful emotions to maintain a united front is an essential part of the job. The bottom line is, kids feel…
Posted by Michael Franklin Client was a 19 year old college student home on a school break. He was found by the local police department in his parents’ pick up truck with 2 friends. The truck was parked in a neighborhood cul de sac at approximately 9:00pm in the evening. When the police requested the…
Posted by Michael Franklin Client was accused of trespassing and 2 counts of assault and battery in Worcester District Court. The client did have a criminal history/ probation record. He was residing in real estate that was under foreclosure. He actually paid rent to the landlord who in turn did not pay the mortgage secured…
“Attorney Michael Franklin recently represented me in court when another party was trying to get permanent guardianship of my child. He returned phones calls and emails very quickly. Michael was also very professional. He had less than an hour to help me prepare to testify and feel comfortable in any possible situations I might face.…
Posted by Michael Franklin Represented the husband in a divorce. The marriage was 6 years in length and was the second marriage for both parties. There were no children born from the marriage. However, wife had two college age sons from a previous marriage. The husband paid for the college tuition for his stepsons because…
Posted by Michael Franklin Additional Information: My daughter is charged with grand theft auto, first time offense in MA. She has no prior criminal record, and is bipolar and did not return a rental car. She is now living outside of her hometown of Worcester where a warrant was issued for grand theft auto by…
Posted by Michael Franklin Additional Information: I was charged and arrested for robbery in Shrewsbury, MA. Does the “victim” need to be present at trial? The state picked up charges but I’m wondering if the person alleging he was robbed has to come forward as a witness? If no, how can the state prove he was…
Posted by Michael Franklin Client was the father of a 2 year old child out of wedlock. The parties resided separately since March of 2012. Mother filed a Complaint for Support against client through the Department of Revenue. I filed a Counterclaim for Custody of the child claiming that the parties actually shared custody of…
Posted by Michael Franklin Additional Information: I am 23 years old and was caught shoplifting at sears. I signed papers, under $50. Police called but I was not arrested, no paper given from officer. This is my first offense. Do i still appear in court, or just pay civil demand? What happens next? You will…
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