Child custody and support in Massachusetts

Custody Of The Children In Massachusetts

The state court of Massachusetts holds the rights of the parents at an equal level to the happiness and wellbeing of the children. As such, all will be considered equally when determining custody arrangements. If there is no parental misconduct, the court will look at whether the child’s current or past living conditions would impact his physical, mental, emotional or moral health and welfare and work to make a custody decision that will lead to the best outcome for the child.

Massachusetts Child Support Guidelines

The state-mandated child support guidelines of Massachusetts apply in virtually every online divorce and standard divorce case in the state, barring extraordinary circumstances. Both parents’ gross incomes and child-related expenses are considered. Child support will continue until the child reaches age 18, and may extend until the child completes secondary education.