We provide strategic and compassionate representation across New Hampshire and Massachusetts in matters involving custody, parenting time, financial support, and parental rights. 

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Family law disputes can have a profound impact on families. Whether you are establishing initial arrangements, modifying an existing court order, or addressing enforcement issues, our firm offers steady guidance and results-oriented advocacy throughout the process.

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Legal Custody / Decision-Making Authority

Legal custody (referred to as decision-making responsibility in New Hampshire) concerns a parent’s authority to make major decisions for a child, including those related to education, healthcare, and religious upbringing.

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We assist clients seeking sole or shared decision-making authority, as well as those requesting modifications to existing orders. Our attorneys work to develop strategies tailored to each family’s unique circumstances.

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Physical Custody / Residential Responsibility

Physical custody (referred to as residential responsibility in New Hampshire) refers to a child’s residential schedule and day-to-day living arrangements. Parenting time schedules can take many forms, including shared schedules, primary residential arrangements, or customized parenting plans designed to meet the needs of the child. When disputes arise, we advocate effectively to protect our clients’ parental rights and promote outcomes that serve the child’s best interests.

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Child Support

Child support ensures that children receive the financial resources necessary for their care, including housing, food, healthcare, education, and other essential expenses.

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We guide clients through the application of state child support guidelines, including:

• Establishing initial support orders
• Modifying support due to changes in income or circumstances
• Addressing shared parenting adjustments
• Enforcing existing support obligations

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Our firm provides clear advice and strategic advocacy to achieve fair and appropriate support outcomes that reflect each family’s financial realities.

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Spousal Support (Alimony)

Spousal support, often referred to as alimony, is intended to promote financial fairness following divorce. Courts consider various factors, including the length of the marriage, each party’s income and earning capacity, and contributions made during the marriage.

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We represent clients seeking spousal support as well as those contesting or modifying such obligations. Our approach is practical, thoughtful, and focused on achieving equitable financial resolutions.

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Parentage / Paternity

Establishing parentage is a critical legal step that affects custody, parenting time, and financial support.

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We assist clients in matters involving:

• Establishing parental rights
• Voluntary acknowledgments
• Court-ordered determinations
• Genetic testing when appropriate

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Whether you are seeking to establish parental rights or secure support for your child, we provide informed, compassionate representation throughout the process.

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