Hingham, MA family law attorney Kimberley Keyes explains why Temporary Orders are important in MA divorce or child custody cases. She explains that temporary orders play an important role during the pendency of litigation, as circumstances often change between the start of a case and the entry of a final judgment. In such situations, the court may issue temporary orders—for example, establishing child support or setting a parenting plan—so that the parties can adapt to evolving circumstances while the litigation is ongoing.