Child Support & Spousal Support
Massachusetts Child Support & Alimony Lawyers
In Massachusetts, the appropriate levels of child support and spousal support (also known as alimony) set in a divorce decree may be determined by mutual agreement of the parties or by the order of the judge.
Our state's probate and family courts generally follow statutory guidelines when setting levels of child support. These calculations are based on the relative income of the parents, the identified needs of the child and other commonsense considerations.
Determining how much you are likely to pay or receive in child support can be as easy as a phone call to an experienced attorney who can explain the system to you and can help you address any unusual needs or considerations that may affect the child support calculation.
Our proven record of success in helping clients resolve child support and alimony disputes dates back to our founding in 1979. If you need highly experienced and capable legal guidance in establishing fair and just support levels for yourself, your former spouse or your child, please contact us today to discuss your options in a free initial consultation.
Personal Attention and Advocacy in Child Support and Alimony Disputes
We take a comprehensive and creative approach to settling disputes over the appropriate level of child support or alimony payments in divorce. Our goal is to help our clients minimize the financial chaos, support inequity and unnecessary legal expense that sometimes results without the help of an experienced and respected attorney with a straightforward and dignified approach to these matters.
The accomplished divorce and family law team at our firm has the experience and proven skill to help you resolve a contentious support matter through negotiation, mediation, arbitration or, if necessary, trial litigation. We can also help you seek a modification of support if changing circumstances make the current arrangement unworkable.
To discuss your case and your legal options, please contact our office in Chelmsford, Massachusetts, today.
