What happens if I don't file an answer by 06/16/2026?

The court can hear and decide the divorce without your input, likely granting the plaintiff's requests.

Where do I file my answer?

File a copy of your answer at the Middlesex Probate and Family Court, 10-U Commerce Way, Woburn, MA.

What does the Automatic Restraining Order prevent me from doing?

It prevents actions that would harm the other party's financial status, like selling property or withdrawing joint funds.

Court Notice — 74 Fenwick St, Framingham, MA (Ml26D1016DR)

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Divorce

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A divorce complaint for irretrievable breakdown was filed by Laura Pierce against Warren D. Pierce III in Middlesex Probate and Family Court. The defendant must file and serve an answer by 06/16/2026 or the court may decide the case without their input.

Key Takeaways

Answer must be served and filed by 06/16/2026
Automatic Restraining Order is in effect
Complaint is on file at Middlesex Probate and Family Court
Failure to respond lets the court decide the case

Published: May 13, 2026 · 6 days ago
Category: Court Notice
City: Framingham
Address: 74 Fenwick St, Framingham, MA

Case #

Ml26D1016DR

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If you don't respond

If no answer is served and filed by 06/16/2026, the court will proceed to hearing and adjudication without the defendant's input, which may result in an uncontested divorce and court orders entered as requested by the plaintiff.

What to do next

1
Prepare and serve an answer
Draft an answer to the divorce complaint and serve it on Laura Pierce at 74 Fenwick St, Framingham by 06/16/2026.
2
File your answer with the court
File a copy of the served answer at Middlesex Probate and Family Court, 10-U Commerce Way, Woburn, MA before or on 06/16/2026.
3
Avoid violating the restraining order
Do not take financial actions affecting either party's assets; review Supplemental Probate Court Rule 411 for prohibited conduct.

Frequently asked questions

What happens if I don't file an answer by 06/16/2026?: The court can hear and decide the divorce without your input, likely granting the plaintiff's requests.
Where do I file my answer?: File a copy of your answer at the Middlesex Probate and Family Court, 10-U Commerce Way, Woburn, MA.
What does the Automatic Restraining Order prevent me from doing?: It prevents actions that would harm the other party's financial status, like selling property or withdrawing joint funds.

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Legal terms in this notice

Automatic Restraining Order: A court order that immediately prevents either party from changing finances or disposing of property during the case.
Irretrievable Breakdown: A legal ground for divorce meaning the marriage cannot be repaired.

Full Notice Text

Commonwealth of Massachusetts
The Trial Court
Probate and Family Court
Middlesex Probate and Family Court
10-U Commerce Way
Woburn, MA01801
Docket No. Ml26D1016DR
DIVORCE SUMMONS BY
PUBLICATION AND MAILING
Laura Pierce vs. Warren D Pierce, III
To the Defendant:
The Plaintiff has filed a Complaint for Di-
vorce requesting that the Court
grant a divorce for Irretrievable Breakdown
The Complaint is on file at the Court.
An Automatic Restraining Order has been
entered in this matter preventing you from
taking any action which would negatively
impact the current financial status of either
party. SEE Supplemental Probate Court
Rule 411.
You are hereby summoned and required to
serve upon :
Laura Pierce
74 Fenwick St
Framingham, MA 01701
your answer, if any, on or before
06/16/2026. If you fail to do so , the court
will proceed to the hearing and adjudication
of this action. You are also required to file a
copy of your answer, if any, in the office of
the Registe