- Divorce
- Child SupportChild support amounts, based on established guidelines (online worksheet). The will courts consider the following when determining child support...
- Child Custody and VisitationChild custody issue. But once you realize some matters require involvement with the courts, your next decision is...
- Adoption
- PaternityIf you are a parent of a child born out of wedlock, it is important that you understand your rights in a Paternity case in Massachusetts. Philomena A. Barboza, Attorney at Law, is a family law attorney with experience in paternity cases. When facing a paternity issue, any party in interest, the mother, the father, or the child, can ask the court for a determination. A determination means a lawsuit can be brought by a private party, or by the state. Typically, a private action for paternity is usually brought by the mother in order to get support. No matter what paternity issue you are facing we are here to help. We can work with you to determine the best course of action. We offer confidentiality and quality client focused care.
- Premarital Agreement
- GuardianshipA Guardianship serves as a protective legal process, the Massachusetts' Probate Court may appoint a person, or agency, to assume decision-making roles on behalf of someone else.
- Spousal SupportOn March 1, 2012 an new alimony formula became effective in Massachusetts. Prior there was no set law for determining alimony payments and duration. Before March There are several types of alimony...
- Legal SeparationFacing a legal separation or divorce is already overwhelming - let us take care of the details and fight for what you deserve. Attorney Barboza will help you understand every aspect of your divorce including...
- Restraining Order
- Personal InjuryA Supplemental Needs Trust provides for supplemental and extra care over and above that which the government provides. This allows a person with a disability to inherit money, to use the money obtained through a personal injury award, or to receive child support or alimony.
- TrustsA Supplemental Needs Trust (sometimes called a Special Needs Trust) is a specialized legal document designed to benefit an individual who has a disability and is receiving governmental benefits such as Social Security Income (SSI) or Medicaid.
- Power of AttorneyIf your loved one did not write a power of attorney how can you help if they become incapacitated? Who will manage their day to day needs, make medical decisions or control their money? A guardianship and conservatorship can help the caretaker ensure that the thoer loved one is provided for and cared for properly.
- Probate