Eviction
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Chapter 12: Evictions
This chapter of the Legal Tactics e-book tells you how the eviction process works, what rights you have throughout the process, how you can prevent an eviction, and how you might be able to postpone an eviction while you find another place to live.
How to file an Answer in an eviction case
This booklet walks you through how to file an Answer after you get a Summary Process Summons and Complaint.
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How to ask for a Stay of Execution in an eviction case to get more time to move out
This booklet walks you through how to fill out the Stay of Execution form.
How to file a Motion to Remove Default in an eviction case
Learn how to fill out the Motion to Remove Default form if you miss your eviction court date.
How to transfer your case to Housing court
If your eviction case is in District Court or Boston Municipal Court, you have the right to transfer it to Housing Court. Learn more.
Most Common Defenses and Counterclaims for Tenants
This chart outlines the defenses and counterclaims in the Answer form (Booklet 3) and which defenses and counterclaims apply to non-payment, no-fault, and fault eviction cases. Generally only defenses are allowed in fault eviction cases...
Video: Overview of evictions in Massachusetts
An introduction to the eviction process for tenants.