Docket No. SU24P2225GD In the interests of Ellestine Natecicia Brooks
Commonwealth of Massachusetts Docket No. SU24P2225GD
The Trial Court
Suffolk Probate and Family Court
24 New Chardon Street, Boston, MA 02114
(617) 788-8300
NOTICE AND ORDER:
Petition for Appointment of Guardian of a Minor
In the interests of Ellestine Natecicia Brooks
of Boston, MA
Minor
NOTICE TO ALL INTERESTED PARTIES
1. Hearing Date/Time: A hearing on a Petition for Appointment of Guardian of a Minor filed on 10/17/2024 by Andrea N Neufville of Boston, MA will be held 11/27/2024 09:00 AM Guardianship of Minor Hearing Located at Suffolk Probate and Family Court, Probation Department 3rd Floor.
2. Response to Petition: You may respond by filing a written response to the Petition or by appearing in person at the hearing. If you choose to file a written response, you need to:
File the original with the Court; and
Mail a copy to all interested parties at least five (5) business days before the hearing.
3. Counsel for the Minor: The minor (or an adult on behalf of the minor) has the right to request that counsel be appointed for the minor.
4. Counsel for Parents: If you are a parent of the minor child who is the subject of this proceeding you have a right to be represented by an attorney. If you want an attorney and cannot afford to pay for one and if you give proof that you are indigent, an attorney will be assigned to you. Your request for an attorney should be made immediately by filling out the Application of Appointment of Counsel form. Submit the application form in person or by mail at the court location where your case if going to be heard.
5. Presence of the Minor at Hearing: A minor over age 14 has the right to be present at any hearing, unless the Court finds that it is not in the minor’s best interests.
THIS IS A LEGAL NOTICE: An important court proceeding that may affect your rights has been scheduled. If you do not understand this notice or other court papers, please contact an attorney for legal advice.
Date: October 28, 2024
Stephanie L. Everett, Esq.
Register of Probate
