Alimony, Child Custody and Property Division Attorneys
The Norfolk County Probate and Family Court has jurisdiction over all divorces and other family law matters in towns such as Norwood, Avon, Bellingham, Braintree, Dover, Foxboro, Franklin, Medfield, Medway, Millis, Milton, Norfolk, Plainville, Randolph, Sharon, Stoughton, Walpole, Wellesley, Westwood, Weymouth and Wrentham. In addition to handling divorces, the court rules on matters such as alimony, child support, custody, modifications, parenting plans and temporary orders. The courthouse is located in Canton.
Tempted to Represent Yourself? Don't Even Think About It.
The Massachusetts Family Law Group, with its corporate office in Norwood, represents clients in all domestic relations matters that come before this court. Although it is possible to appear in Probate and Family Court without an attorney, anyone who has gone through the process will almost certainly advise against it. We understand the temptation to try to save money, but family law matter are important; it is short-sighted to put yourself at a disadvantage simply to save a few dollars. Learn more about the dangers of self representation.
Divorce and related matters represent a major change in your life, possibly the biggest change that you will ever experience. It has legal consequences that could affect you for many years to come. It is important to work with an attorney who can help you get through the process and help you realize your goals effectively.
Divorce Lawyers With Local Knowledge — A Home Court Advantage in Norfolk County
It is important to have a local lawyer who knows and is familiar with the preferences of each Norfolk County judge. Although Massachusetts divorce law is the same from Boston to Stockbridge, how it is applied by the judges can vary from county to county. Because our lawyers travel from Norwood to Canton almost every day on behalf of our clients, they know the customs, policies and procedures of each judge in the Norfolk County Probate and Family Court.
For example, we understand the caseload management system employed at this courthouse. Some motions may be handled administratively, and certain hearings can be held by teleconference. In all matters, the next event is scheduled prior to ending that current hearing or event. It's important to have an advocate who thoroughly understands the processes implemented in this court. Clients whose matters are heard in Norfolk County enjoy this home court advantage when working with our firm.
To learn more about divorce, contact our law office in Norwood. Call any of our Norfolk County divorce attorneys toll free at (800) 763-1030. Our attorneys serve clients from throughout Eastern Massachusetts.
Visit our Flat-Fee Divorce page to learn more about how we handle uncontested divorces.
