Family Law Advocacy for Low & Moderate Income Litigants

Date:

01/01/18

Author:

Jacquelynne J. Bowman, Patricia A. Levesh, et al

2018 Edition

From the preface: "This third edition of this manual continues the vision of the original publication to enable family law litigants to have a greater understanding of what to expect when faced with the emotional but critical legal issues affecting their lives and their children."

You can download the various chapters of the Manual for free:

Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Using this Manual
Chapter 2: Overview of the Probate and Family Court
Chapter 3: Safety and Protection Issues
Chapter 4: Separate Support
Chapter 5: Divorce
Chapter 6: Alimony, Pensions and Other Relief
Chapter 7: Paternity Issues
Chapter 8: Child Support
Chapter 9: Child Custody
Chapter 10: Guardian ad litem
Chapter 11: Immigration Issues
Chapter 12: Leaving Massachusetts
Chapter 13: Guardianship of Minor Children
Chapter 14: Adoptions
Chapter 15: Change of Name
Chapter 16: Modifications
Chapter 17: Contempt
Chapter 18: Appellate Issues
Chapter 19: Dispute Resolution Options
Chapter 20: Resources
Additional Materials: Glossary, Appendix, Table of Cases, Table of Statutes, Rules and References, Index

You can purchase a hard copy of the Manual from MCLE. The nonmember price for the guide is currently $45.00.

Library Type:

Law Overviews & Guides

Library Category:

Family Law -- General