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Compare Family Law Attorneys in Bourne, MA

Directory of family law attorneys in Bourne, Massachusetts. Verify credentials with the state bar before hiring.

4 attorneys listed
Updated May 2026
Bourne, MA
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Showing 4 family law attorneys in Bourne, MA Listings are displayed in no particular order and are not ranked by BeforeAttorney. Order does not constitute a recommendation or endorsement of any attorney.
Law Office Of Michael Suarez
258 Main St # D2, Bourne, MA 02532
(508) 759-1122 mikesuarezlaw.com
The Law Office of Camala A. Richardson
1383 MA-28A, Bourne, MA 02532
(508) 548-1960 familylawpracticecapecod.com
Bean & O’Connor, LLC
118 Waterhouse Rd STE E, Bourne, MA 02532
(508) 759-4070 beanandoconnorllc.com
Law Office of Holly Mayfield
118 Waterhouse Rd STE E, Bourne, MA 02532
(508) 759-4070

Family law attorneys in Bourne, Massachusetts assist residents of Cape Cod and the Upper Cape with divorce, child custody, and spousal support matters. Massachusetts family courts follow specific guidelines for property division under M.G.L. c. 208 and child support under the Massachusetts Child Support Guidelines. Bourne families benefit from local legal counsel familiar with Barnstable County Probate and Family Court procedures.

What Does a Family Law Attorney in Bourne Cost?

The cost of hiring a family law attorney in Massachusetts typically ranges from 250 to 500 dollars per hour. For an uncontested divorce, total fees may be 2,000 to 5,000 dollars, while contested cases can cost 10,000 dollars or more. Many attorneys offer flat fees for simple matters like name changes. This is general information and not legal advice.

* Cost estimates are general ranges based on publicly available data and compiled using automated research tools. Actual fees vary by attorney and case complexity. This is not legal advice — consult directly with an attorney for fee specifics.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the residency requirement for divorce in Bourne Massachusetts?
To file for divorce in Massachusetts, you or your spouse must have lived in the state for at least one year prior to filing. For Bourne residents, the case is typically heard in Barnstable County Probate and Family Court.
How is child custody decided in a Bourne family law case?
Massachusetts courts decide child custody based on the best interests of the child, considering factors like each parents ability to provide care and stability. The court may order sole or shared legal and physical custody.
What is the process for a name change in Bourne Massachusetts?
An adult name change in Massachusetts requires filing a petition in the Probate and Family Court in the county where you live. Bourne residents file in Barnstable County and must publish notice in a local newspaper.