The phrase "your family matters are our business " is the guiding principle we have followed since 1995, when Don began praticing law. Over the last 20 years, Don has guided hundreds of husbands and wives, mothers and fathers and domestic partners in working through the issues in their divorces or family situations, with excellent success.
Named a "local star" by Massachusetts Continuing Legal Education for his contributions to instructing other lawyers and his achievement as "Rising Star" by Superlawyers, Attorney Pitman brings his dedication and experience to his client in both Essex and Middlesex County and assists many attorneys and litigants in their family law matters.The information you obtain at this site is not, nor is it intended to be, legal advice.
You should consult an attorney for advice regarding your individual situation. Any unauthorized use of material herein is at the user's own risk. Transmission of the information and material herein is not intended to create, and receipt does not constitute, an agreement to create an attorney-client relationship with Attorney Don Pitman.
Named a "local star" by Massachusetts Continuing Legal Education for his contributions to instructing other lawyers and his achievement as "Rising Star" by Superlawyers, Attorney Pitman brings his dedication and experience to his client in both Essex and Middlesex County and assists many attorneys and litigants in their family law matters.The information you obtain at this site is not, nor is it intended to be, legal advice.
You should consult an attorney for advice regarding your individual situation. Any unauthorized use of material herein is at the user's own risk. Transmission of the information and material herein is not intended to create, and receipt does not constitute, an agreement to create an attorney-client relationship with Attorney Don Pitman.
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Where is the Court?
Where am I going?
The Essex Probate and Family Court has two sessions.
The main courthouse is in Salem and there is a satellite session in Lawrence.
The Lawrence court covers the cities of Methuen, Lawrence, Andover, North Andover and Haverhill.
Therefore, if either party lives in either one of those towns, the case will be heard in Lawrence.
All other cases are heard in Salem.
In Salem, you should look to arrive sometime between 8:15 and 8:30 in the morning.
The address of the court is at 36 Federal Street, and parking is very limited.
Where am I going?
The Essex Probate and Family Court has two sessions.
The main courthouse is in Salem and there is a satellite session in Lawrence.
The Lawrence court covers the cities of Methuen, Lawrence, Andover, North Andover and Haverhill.
Therefore, if either party lives in either one of those towns, the case will be heard in Lawrence.
All other cases are heard in Salem.
In Salem, you should look to arrive sometime between 8:15 and 8:30 in the morning.
The address of the court is at 36 Federal Street, and parking is very limited.
Over the last 20 years, one of the most common - and understandable - questions we have from clients is Do we have to go to court?
What's going to happen in court?
As part of the Cutting Edge Issues seminar Attorney Pitman presented for Massachusetts Continuing Legal Education in February of 2016, we prepared this explanation of the role court plays in family law cases and what you can expect.
What should I do to get ready?
One thing Don will ask you to do is prepare a financial statement.
If you make over $75,000 a year, you're required to complete a nine page long form.
What's going to happen in court?
As part of the Cutting Edge Issues seminar Attorney Pitman presented for Massachusetts Continuing Legal Education in February of 2016, we prepared this explanation of the role court plays in family law cases and what you can expect.
What should I do to get ready?
One thing Don will ask you to do is prepare a financial statement.
If you make over $75,000 a year, you're required to complete a nine page long form.
I know that these have been exceptionally difficult and uncertain times for all of you and the news coming from the television around the United States and our area has been confusing regarding when our courts will reopen and what will happen.
As you know, our courts are presently closed for all except for the most life-threatening of emergencies and while I continue to work with the other side on your case, the fact remains that we have little opportunity to get to court and do anything substantive or stop someone from doing what they have done.
As you know, our courts are presently closed for all except for the most life-threatening of emergencies and while I continue to work with the other side on your case, the fact remains that we have little opportunity to get to court and do anything substantive or stop someone from doing what they have done.
In every case, there are two sides and those two sides often have very different views on important issues.
Whether it be the amount of time one party spends with a child or children, the amount of support to be paid, or who gets to stay in the home.
Court is, for lack of a better expression, the place where the answers are obtained.
Don has written a series of articles about how we proceed in the Essex Probate & Familiy Court in order to give our clients some practical insight into what happens at court, the preparation needed, where to go, and what you can expect.
Whether it be the amount of time one party spends with a child or children, the amount of support to be paid, or who gets to stay in the home.
Court is, for lack of a better expression, the place where the answers are obtained.
Don has written a series of articles about how we proceed in the Essex Probate & Familiy Court in order to give our clients some practical insight into what happens at court, the preparation needed, where to go, and what you can expect.
For many parents or spouses who are facing the demise of their family, the phrase "we're going to court" can be terrifying and certainly raises many questions.
Every case is different and we work hard to protect your interests first by negotiation and working with the other party or their attorney to bring a matter to resolution as smoothly as possible.
However, sometimes is not the case as we need to have a judge make the decision for you.
Over the last 20 years, Attorney Pitman has answered a variety of questions for hundreds of clients in all situations regarding what is involved in going to court and the process.
Every case is different and we work hard to protect your interests first by negotiation and working with the other party or their attorney to bring a matter to resolution as smoothly as possible.
However, sometimes is not the case as we need to have a judge make the decision for you.
Over the last 20 years, Attorney Pitman has answered a variety of questions for hundreds of clients in all situations regarding what is involved in going to court and the process.
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