Commonwealth of Massachusetts The Trial Court Probate and Family Court Bristol Probate and Family Court Office of Register Suite 240 40 Broadway Taunton, MA 02780

Commonwealth of Massachusetts The Trial Court Probate and Family Court Bristol Probate and Family Court Office of Register Suite 240 40 Broadway Taunton, MA 02780 NOTICE AND ORDER: Petition for Appointment of Guardian of a Minor. Docket No. BR26P1036GD. In the interests of Aria Beard of Raynham, MA Minor NOTICE TO ALL INTERESTED PARTIES 1. Hearing Date/Time: A Hearing on the Petition for Appointment of Guardian of a Minor filed on 05/01/2026 by Maria Freitas of Taunton, MA and Jose Freitas of Taunton, MA will be held 06/24/2026 11:00AM Review Hearing Located Bristol County Probate & Family Court - 40 Broadway, Taunton, MA 02780. 2. Response to Petition: You may respond by filing a written response to the Petition or by appearaing 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) ahs 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 the 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 is going to be heard. 5. Presence of the Minor at the Hearing: A minor over the age of 14 has the right to be present at any hearing, unless the Court finds that it is not in the minor's best interest. 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: May 6, 2026 Thomas C Hoye Register of Probate May 15 2026 LNEO0519060