What happens if I don't file an answer by June 2, 2026?

The court may proceed to hearing and decide the divorce case without your input.

What does the Automatic Restraining Order prevent me from doing?

It prevents actions that would negatively affect either party’s current financial status, like transferring assets or changing insurance.

Where do I file my answer?

File a copy of your answer in the office of the Register of the Worcester Probate and Family Court at 225 Main St.

Court Notice — 225 Main St, Worcester, MA (WO25D1652DR)

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Divorce

Affects:DefendantsGeneral Public

A divorce complaint for irretrievable breakdown was filed by Michelle Feliciano against Jonathan Feliciano in Worcester Probate and Family Court. The defendant must file an answer by June 2, 2026, or the court will proceed without their response.

Key Takeaways

Answer due by June 2, 2026
Automatic restraining order is in effect
Complaint for divorce is on file
Failure to respond lets court proceed without you

Deadline · Response Deadline

June 2, 2026

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Published

May 12, 2026 · 1 week ago

What to do next

1
Prepare and serve an answer
Draft and serve your answer to the Complaint for Divorce and file it with the Worcester Probate and Family Court by June 2, 2026.
2
Comply with the restraining order
Do not move, transfer, or alter assets that affect either party’s finances immediately due to the Automatic Restraining Order.
3
Get legal advice
Contact a family law attorney before June 2, 2026, for help preparing an answer and understanding your rights.

Frequently asked questions

What happens if I don't file an answer by June 2, 2026?: The court may proceed to hearing and decide the divorce case without your input.
What does the Automatic Restraining Order prevent me from doing?: It prevents actions that would negatively affect either party’s current financial status, like transferring assets or changing insurance.
Where do I file my answer?: File a copy of your answer in the office of the Register of the Worcester Probate and Family Court at 225 Main St.

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Legal terms in this notice

Automatic Restraining Order: A court-issued order that immediately forbids certain actions affecting finances or assets by either party during the case.
Divorce Summons by Publication and Mailing: A method of notifying a defendant of divorce proceedings when personal service is not possible, using public notice and mail.
Irretrievable breakdown: A legal ground for divorce indicating the marriage cannot be repaired.

Full Notice Text

COMMONWEALTH OF
MASSACHUSETTS
The Trial Court
Probate and Family Court
Docket No.  WO25D1652DR
Worcester Probate and Family Court
225 Main st
Worcester, Ma 01608
DIVORCE SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION AND MAILING
Michelle Feliciano
VS.
Jonathan Feliciano
To the Defendant:
The Plaintiff has filed a Complaint for Divorce 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: N/A
 your answer, if any, on or before June 2, 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 Register of this Court.
WITNESS,  Bailey, Hon. Kathryn M.
Date: August 5, 2025
Stephanie Fattman Register of the Probate Court
May 12 2026
LNEO0516036