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What the election means for Immigration Law

Attorney Jamie Cosme posted on 11/15/2016 2:22:00 PM

Since election day there was been buzz about what this means for immigration law. Donald Trump has made known what he plans to do with immigration law and for those who are not citizens or undocumented, the future may be unclear.

| Categories: Immigration, Naturlization | Tags: immigration law, naturalization, donald trump | View Count: (1437)

Why a Google Search is Not Enough

Attorney Catherine Taylor posted on 9/6/2016 2:24:00 PM

When faced with a legal issue, the first step many people take is to turn to Google. A quick search, and BOOM! all your questions have answers. Right? Wrong!

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Collaborative Law in Divorce

Attorney Catherine Taylor posted on 8/30/2016 2:27:00 PM

It is becoming more common than ever for parties to a divorce action to attempt to resolve their dispute prior to filing any paperwork or stepping foot in a courthouse.

| Categories: Family Law, Divorce, Mediation | Tags: divorce mediation, divorce, divorce collaborat, ion | View Count: (1480)

Padilla v. Kentucky: It’s impact on Criminal & Immigration Law

Attorney Jamie Cosme posted on 8/22/2016 2:29:00 PM

In 2010, the court held in Padilla v. Kentucky that counsel’s failure to advise a criminal defendant of the deportation consequences of a guilty plea constitutes ineffective assistance of counsel.

| Categories: Immigration, Criminal Law | Tags: criminal law, immigration, retroactive | View Count: (6)

Taking the English Test

Attorney Jamie Cosme posted on 7/6/2016 2:33:00 PM

When you apply for naturalization you must pass an English and Civics Test. But for certain people there are exemptions.

| Categories: Immigration, Naturlization | Tags: naturalization, immigration, us citizen | View Count: (1686)

How Do You Become a Green Card Holder? Part Two.

Attorney Jamie Cosme posted on 6/8/2016 9:40:00 AM

How to get a green card through another green card holder/legal permanent resident.

| Categories: Immigration, Green Card, Naturlization | Tags: immigation, naturalization, us citizen, legal permanent resident, green card | View Count: (2060)

How do you become a green card holder: Part One

Attorney Jamie Cosme posted on 5/31/2016 1:02:00 PM

A person who has a green card has legal permanent resident status. If you are a legal permanent resident or LPR, that means that you can potentially apply for citizenship after a certain period of time. But how do you get a green card?

| Categories: Immigration, Green Card, Visa | Tags: visa, green card, lpr, legal permanent resident, immigration, us citizen | View Count: (1622)

Safekeeping of Important Documents

Attorney Catherine Taylor posted on 5/26/2016 1:06:00 PM

A common question I hear from my clients is: “where should I keep my estate planning documents?” Often, the first thought people a have is to put important documents in safe deposit box. Makes sense, right? Wrong!

| Categories: Estate Planning, Wills, Durable Power of Attorney, Trusts, Health Care Proxy, HIPPA, Living Will | Tags: estate planning, will | View Count: (1763)

Why fight it?

Attorney Kelly Broadbent posted on 5/24/2016 1:58:00 PM

In Massachusetts, a speeding ticket is a civil offense. Unlike criminal offenses, it is not mandatory to appear in court. You have the choice to either accept responsibility and pay the ticket, or appeal the ticket and fight it.

| Categories: Traffic, Speeding, Junior Operator License (JOL) | Tags: fight speeding ticket, cdl, massachusetts, jol, license suspension | View Count: (2177)

Dating in the Internet Age: Catfishing and Statutory Rape

Attorney Kelly Broadbent posted on 5/20/2016 1:09:00 PM

In the new millennium, meeting a significant other is no longer 2 consenting adults at a bar or night club flirting; dating is not a set up by mutual friends.

| Categories: Criminal Law, Felony | Tags: criminal lawyer, catfish, statutory rape | View Count: (3748)

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Navigating a New Normal in Traffic Appeals

Attorney Kelly Broadbent 12/28/2020 10:32:00 AM

Traffic, CDL, Speeding, Junior Operator License (JOL)

With Covid-19 restrictions courts have been faced with a new normal way of tackling traffic violations. Having an attorney with experience at these new hearings can increase your chances at success.
New RV System impacting MA tickets

Attorney Kelly Broadbent 1/9/2019 9:30:00 AM

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In 2018, the Massachusetts RMV updated the system to be incorporated into a national database. The result has been a large impact on how traffic tickets are entered, processed and shared with other s...
Slow Down for the Summer Travels

Attorney Kelly Broadbent 6/13/2018 10:52:00 AM

Traffic, Speeding

During the summer season, it is much more common to find yourself driving to a holiday destination. Use some helpful hints if you find yourself on the road this summer to avoid a ticket.
Should I appeal my Massachusetts Traffic Ticket

Attorney Kelly Broadbent 2/5/2018 10:52:00 AM

Traffic, Insurance Surcharge, Speeding, Suspensions, Junior Operator License (JOL)

If you are cited in Massachusetts, you need to make the decision to appeal within 20 days of receiving the citation. How do you decide what the best decision is?

Obtaining a no trespass order in Massachusetts

Attorney Kelly Broadbent 4/25/2017 11:08:00 AM

General, Civil Law, Criminal Law

No Trespass

In Massachusetts, if you have lawful possession of a property, you may seek to prevent someone from trespassing on that property.
Understanding Your Speeding Ticket

Attorney Kelly Broadbent 10/12/2017 12:20:00 PM

Traffic, CDL, Speeding, Junior Operator License (JOL)

Speeding tickets typically have a box checked for lidar, clocked, radar or estimated. It is important to know how your speed was calculated in order to fight it.
Junior Operator Violators: Tips for Success

Attorney Kelly Broadbent 1/29/2018 12:05:00 PM

Traffic, Speeding, Suspensions, Junior Operator License (JOL)

speeding ticket, traffic lawyer, JOL, Junior Operator

Fighting a Junior Operator (JOL) Citation in Massachusetts can be a necessary evil. If you pay the ticket, the junior operator will receive a lengthy suspension, a hefty fee, driver retraining, and w...
Junior Operator Violations in Massachusetts

Attorney Kelly Broadbent 4/14/2016 12:59:00 PM

Traffic, Junior Operator License (JOL), Speeding, Suspensions

JOL, junior operator license, ticket, speeding

If you receive a speeding ticket before you turn 18 in MA and are found responsible on that ticket you will face a mandatory suspension, a $500 reinstatement fee, have to undergo a driver retraining c...