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Directory of family law attorneys in Winthrop, Massachusetts. Verify credentials with the state bar before hiring.
4 attorneys listed
Updated May 2026
Winthrop, MA
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Showing 4 family law attorneys in Winthrop, MA
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Chapdelaine, Ryan & Associates
20 Somerset Ave, Winthrop, MA 02152
(617) 846-2427 chapdelainelaw.com
Amaral & Associates, P.C.
246 Revere St, Winthrop, MA 02152
(617) 539-1010 amarallaw.com
Law Office of Cathy A. Marino
28 Pauline St, Winthrop, MA 02152
(617) 846-4041 camarinolaw.net
Christos C Tsiotos
193 Winthrop St, Winthrop, MA 02152
(617) 846-9192
Family law attorneys in Winthrop Massachusetts help residents with divorce child custody child support and spousal support matters. Massachusetts family courts follow specific guidelines for alimony under M.G.L. c. 208 and child support under the Massachusetts Child Support Guidelines. A local attorney can guide you through Suffolk County Probate and Family Court procedures.
What Does a Family Law Attorney in Winthrop Cost?
Family law attorney fees in Massachusetts typically range from $250 to $500 per hour. For a simple uncontested divorce total costs may be $2,000 to $5,000. A complex contested divorce can cost $10,000 to $30,000 or more. Many attorneys require a retainer of $2,500 to $10,000 upfront. 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. If the couple has a minor child the child must have lived in Massachusetts for at least six months before filing.
How is child custody decided in Massachusetts?
Massachusetts courts decide child custody based on the best interests of the child. Factors include the childs age emotional ties with each parent and each parents ability to provide a stable home. The court may order joint or sole legal and physical custody.
What is the timeline for a divorce in Winthrop?
An uncontested divorce in Massachusetts can be finalized in 4 to 6 months. A contested divorce may take 12 to 18 months or longer depending on court schedules and case complexity. The court requires a 90-day waiting period after the complaint is filed.
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