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Showing 16 family law attorneys in Salem, MA
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Casey Lundregan Burns, P.C
71 Washington St, Salem, MA 01970
(978) 878-5800
caseylundreganburns.com
Porcello Law Offices
271 Lafayette St, Salem, MA 01970
(978) 338-7854
porcellolawoffices.com
Lamb and Lamb, P.C.
26 Lynde St, Salem, MA 01970
(978) 744-8818
lambandlamblaw.com
Karas Law Associates/Joshua D. Karas
76 Lafayette St #202, Salem, MA 01970
(978) 828-8824
Sarah S. Rama, ESQ., LL.M.
120 Washington St 2nd floor, Salem, MA 01970
(978) 744-2611
sarahsramaesqllm.com
Law Office of John S. Tangusso
26 Lynde St, Salem, MA 01970
(617) 523-3622
tangussolaw.com
DiPiano Family Law Group, P.C.
70 Washington St #220, Salem, MA 01970
(978) 877-5159
probateandfamily.com
Koiles Pratt Family Law Group
70 Washington St UNIT 210, Salem, MA 01970
(978) 744-7774
koileslaw.com
Law Office of Trista R. Christensen
50 Grove St, Salem, MA 01970
(978) 741-0033
trchristensenlaw.com
Law Office of Thomas J. Taranto, P.C.
26 Lynde St, Salem, MA 01970
(978) 825-0070
tarantolaw.com
Law Offices of Rosalyn Stults
265 Essex St #301, Salem, MA 01970
(978) 745-4100
lawofficesofrosalynstults.weebly.com
The Law Office of Linda C Holland
15 Front St, Salem, MA 01970
(978) 744-7808
Stern Keilty & Wall LLC
70 Washington St Suite 405B, Salem, MA 01970
(978) 219-9932
skwllc.com
The Law Office of Judith Wayne
15 Front St Ste 200, Salem, MA 01970
(781) 599-1144
judywaynelaw.com
Moniz Law & Mediation, PC
224 Essex St, Salem, MA 01970
(781) 593-4600
monizlaw.com
Law Offices of David M. Gabriel
30 Federal St #2, Salem, MA 01970
(978) 594-5163
attorneydavidgabriel.com
What Does a Family Law Attorney in Salem Cost?
Family law attorney fees in Massachusetts typically range from 250 to 500 dollars per hour. For a simple uncontested divorce total legal fees may be 2,000 to 5,000 dollars. Complex cases involving custody disputes or high assets can cost 10,000 to 30,000 dollars or more. Many attorneys require an initial retainer of 3,000 to 10,000 dollars. Costs vary by case complexity attorney experience and the level of court involvement. 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 Salem Massachusetts?
To file for divorce in Massachusetts you or your spouse must have lived in the state for at least one year. If you file in Salem the case will be heard at the Essex Probate and Family Court. There is no additional county residency requirement beyond the state rule.
How long does a divorce take in Essex County Massachusetts?
An uncontested divorce in Massachusetts can take 4 to 6 months from filing to final judgment. Contested divorces often take 12 to 18 months or longer depending on court schedules and case complexity. The Essex Probate and Family Court in Salem has specific case management timelines for each case type.
What factors determine child custody in Massachusetts?
Massachusetts courts decide child custody based on the best interests of the child standard. Factors include the childs age emotional ties with each parent each parents ability to provide care and any history of domestic abuse. The court may also consider the childs preference if the child is 12 years or older.