Areas of Practice » Child Support

Massachusetts Child Support and Modification Attorney

For 22 years, the law office of Mark Harris Ruby Attorney At Law, in Boston, Massachusetts, has resolved many conflicts successfully and efficiently. In divorce, money matters can turn a peaceful situation into a battle.

Using the Child Support Formula

Like many other states, Massachusetts has a strict formula when it comes to child support. Net incomes of both spouses are factored in with expenses related to day care, health care and education expenses. While determining the final amount is based on factual information, serious problems can arise when finances are in dispute and not all assets are being disclosed.

Getting to the Facts Through Conciliation

By focusing on a conciliatory approach, our objective is to take the sensitive issues of money and find a resolution that both parties can accept. Business owners, workers on commission and self-employed individuals present significant challenges in determining an accurate income. Attention to detail and collaboration with financial professionals are necessary.

At Mark Harris Ruby Attorney At Law, we will be aggressive in defending the rights of our clients to pay or receive a fair amount of child support. Advocating for you may involve the use of forensic accountants and the need to subpoena certain financial documents. Once that information is received and verified, we can begin the process of calculating child support.

Child Support Modifications

Modifying child support becomes necessary as circumstances warrant. Any change in or loss of employment or a move to another state may necessitate revisiting the original support arrangement. We will strive to accomplish that with a conciliatory approach.

Contact Us

To get more information or to schedule a free consultation with a lawyer with over two decades of experience, please contact us.