Massachusetts Divorce Guide
Everything you need to know about filing for divorce in Massachusetts. Residency requirements, court processes, support calculations, and more.
Overview
Residency Requirement
12 months
Grounds for Divorce
Fault & No-Fault
Filing Process
Court System
Probate and Family Court
Filing Fees
$200-$280
Key Steps
7 guided steps
Support & Custody
Support Calculation Method
Income Shares Model
Massachusetts uses the income shares model to determine child support obligations. Key factors include each parent's income, number of children, healthcare costs, and childcare expenses.
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