Custody & Child Support

Boston Child Custody and Child Support Attorney

child custodyWhen a couple is going through a divorce, they may not fully consider their children's needs and concerns. At Murray & Toomey, LLP, our child custody lawyers are strong advocates for children's rights. We serve our clients' needs while putting the best interests of children at the forefront of child custody and support negotiations.

Are you getting a divorce and need an attorney to help negotiate a child custody and visitation plan? Contact our firm and schedule a free consultation with one of our family law attorneys.

Child Support

In Massachusetts, child support payments are shaped by child support guidelines. These guidelines are based on the parents' income, number of children, health insurance responsibility, and other related factors. They are designed to protect a child's standard of living after a divorce or formal separation. We adhere to those guidelines when negotiating fair support payments.

Child Custody and Support Modification

In some instances, previous child custody and support orders no longer meet the needs of the parents and children. If you lost a job, got a new job in a different state, or if your child is older and requires a different plan, we can seek a modification of the existing agreements. Modification of a custody and support plan may also be possible in the following circumstances:

  • A spouse marries an abusive spouse.
  • A spouse is addicted to harmful substances.
  • A child's school schedule conflicts with the existing plan.
  • A spouse remarries.

If you need help resolving a child custody or child support matter, or if you want to modify an existing agreement, contact the law firm of Murray & Toomey, LLP in Boston, Massachusetts. We provide free initial consultations.

If you require a translator and cannot bring a bilingual person to the interview, we can arrange for someone to assist you.