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Directory of family law attorneys in Acton, Massachusetts. Verify credentials with the state bar before hiring.
12 attorneys listed
Updated May 2026
Acton, MA
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Showing 12 family law attorneys in Acton, MA
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Law Office of Deirdre A. O'Brien
100 Powder Mill Rd UNIT 104, Acton, MA 01720
(978) 287-0011 dobrienlaw.com
Scheier, Katin & Epstein, P.C.
103 Great Rd, Acton, MA 01720
(978) 264-4655 skactonlaw.com
The Parents Estate Planning Law Firm, PC
31 Nagog Park UNIT 301, Acton, MA 01720
(978) 263-6900 parentsestateplanning.com
Kantrovitz & Associates, P.C.
289 Great Rd #305, Acton, MA 01720
(617) 367-0880 massworkerscompensation.com
Generations Law Group
179 Great Rd Suit 109, Acton, MA 01720
(978) 263-0006 generationslawgroup.com
Spring & Spring
7 Post Office Square #3031, Acton, MA 01720
(617) 513-9444 springandspring.com
McWalter | Boisvert Law, LLP
537 Massachusetts Ave, Acton, MA 01720
(978) 263-8400 mblawacton.com
Harsip & Stuart, P.C.
289 Great Rd # 101, Acton, MA 01720
(978) 264-0250 harsip-stuart-family-law.com
Rafanelli Kittredge, P.C.
1 Keefe Rd, Acton, MA 01720
(978) 369-6001 rkpclaw.com
Eckel, Hoag & O'Connor
267 Great Rd, Acton, MA 01720
(978) 266-0101 eckel-law.com
Feakes David R
31 Nagog Park UNIT 301, Acton, MA 01720
(978) 263-6900
Patrice Brymner - Divorce Mediation and Collaborative Divorce
5B Spruce St, Acton, MA 01720
(978) 393-1833 brymnerlaw.com
Family law attorneys in Acton Massachusetts help residents with divorce child custody child support and property division cases. Massachusetts family courts follow specific guidelines for alimony under M.G.L. c. 208 and child support under the Massachusetts Child Support Guidelines. Acton families benefit from local attorneys who understand Middlesex County court procedures and can provide guidance on legal separation or paternity matters.
What Does a Family Law Attorney in Acton Cost?
Family law attorney costs in Massachusetts vary widely based on case complexity and attorney experience. Many attorneys charge an hourly rate between 250 and 500 dollars. Simple uncontested divorces may cost 2,000 to 5,000 dollars while complex contested cases can exceed 20,000 dollars. Some attorneys offer flat fees for specific services like name changes or uncontested divorces. 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 Massachusetts?
To file for divorce in Massachusetts one spouse must have lived in the state for at least one year. For Acton residents this means you can file in Middlesex Probate and Family Court if you meet this requirement.
How is child custody decided in Massachusetts?
Massachusetts courts decide child custody based on the best interests of the child. Factors include the childs relationship with each parent the parents ability to provide care and any history of domestic abuse. The court may order joint or sole legal and physical custody.
What is the process for modifying a child support order in Acton?
A child support order can be modified if there is a substantial change in circumstances such as a job loss or income increase. You must file a complaint for modification with the Middlesex Probate and Family Court. The court will recalculate support using the Massachusetts Child Support Guidelines.
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