What is a summons by publication?

A summons by publication is a legal notice published to inform a party of court proceedings.

What happens if I don't appear in court?

If you fail to appear, the court may proceed with the trial without you.

How can I get an attorney for the hearing?

You may bring an attorney, and if you cannot afford one, the court may appoint one.

What is the date of the hearing?

The hearing is scheduled for May 28, 2026, at 09:00 AM.

Court summons for termination of parental rights hearing.

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May 28, 2026

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Published: May 5, 2026 · today
Category: Court Notice
City: Cambridge
Address: 121 Third Street, Cambridge, MA 02141
Case #: 25CP0097CA

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What to do next

1
Attend the court hearing
Make sure to appear in court on May 28, 2026, at 09:00 AM.
2
Contact the court
Call the Office of the Clerk-Magistrate at (617) 494-4100 for more information.
3
Consider legal representation
If you need an attorney, arrange for one before the hearing date.

Frequently asked questions

What is a summons by publication?: A summons by publication is a legal notice published to inform a party of court proceedings.
What happens if I don't appear in court?: If you fail to appear, the court may proceed with the trial without you.
How can I get an attorney for the hearing?: You may bring an attorney, and if you cannot afford one, the court may appoint one.
What is the date of the hearing?: The hearing is scheduled for May 28, 2026, at 09:00 AM.

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Full Notice Text

SUMMONS 
BY PUBLICATION, 
CARE AND PROTECTION, 
TERMINATION OF 
PARENTAL RIGHTS, 
 
DOCKET NUMBER 25CP0097CA,
Trial Court of Massachusetts,
Juvenile Court Department,
COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS,
 
Middlesex County Juvenile Court
121 Third Street,
Cambridge, MA 02141,
(617) 494-4100,
 
TO: Eliana Das Gracas Torre:
 
A petition has been presented to this court by DCF - Cambridge, seeking, as to the following child: Arthur T De Oliveira, that said child be found in need of care and protection and committed to the Department of Children and Families.
 
The court may dispense the rights of the person(s) named herein to receive notice of or to consent to any legal proceeding affecting the adoption, custody, or guardianship or any other disposition of the child named herein, if it finds that the child is in need of care and protection and that the best interests of the child would be served by said disposition.
 
You are hereby ORDERED to appear in this court, at the court address set forth above, on the following date and time:
 
05/28/2026
at 09:00 AM
Hearing on Merits (CR/CV)
 
You may bring an attorney with you. If you have a right to an attorney and if the court determines that you are indigent, the court will appoint an attorney to represent you.
 
If you fail to appear, the court may proceed on that date and any date thereafter to a trial on the merits and adjudication of this matter.
 
For further information call the Office of the Clerk-Magistrate at (617) 494-4100.
 
WITNESS: Hon. Brian P. Frane,
FIRST JUSTICE,
 
DATE ISSUED 04/08/2026,
 
Elizabeth Sheehy,
Clerk-Magistrate