Divorce Lawyer Salem, Massachusetts
Legal practice areas regularly handed by the law offices of Thomas J. Barrett, in Salem, Massachusetts include the matters listed below. Contact the law firm through this Web site or by phone to schedule an initial consultation with a well-established North Shore and Cape Ann area trial attorney.
- Divorce As a career family-law and trial attorney Thomas J. Barrett is well acquainted with the most tax-advantaged ways to settle property division during a divorce. For example, both parties may come out ahead by agreeing on alimony from the primary wage earner in lieu of the division of certain real estate.
- Child support Child support in a Massachusetts divorce or parental separation is largely determined by state guidelines and formulas that take into account both parents' incomes and other relevant factors. Whether you are the parent who will pay or the parent who will receive child support, you owe it to yourself to be as well informed as possible about what you and your children are entitled to by law.
- Child custody Babies and toddlers require frequent contact with adults that they are to form close bonds with, including parents, grandparents and other caregivers. School-age children benefit from geographic stability that enables them to cultivate strong friendships with other children in their neighborhoods. Teenagers often have jobs and other responsibilities such as sports activities that may make it difficult for them to relocate frequently.
- Visitation Thomas J. Barrett in Salem offers parents the benefit of more than 35 years in family law practice. He is well aware of what courts are and are not likely to agree to in Essex County, Middlesex County, Suffolk County and other North Shore area communities where clients of the law firm reside.
- Paternity Paternity usually brings to mind unwed parents and contested allegations of fatherhood. However, there are many other circumstances where paternity may be an important legal matter to resolve, including same-sex partnerships, private adoptions, in vitro fertilization and extramarital affairs resulting in pregnancy.
- Civil rights Civil rights cases are particularly challenging in today's conservative political climate. When victims — and their lawyers — have the courage to speak out against civil rights violations in criminal arrests and other circumstances, there is the possibility that public awareness of the problem will be enhanced and damages awarded.
- Real estate litigation Boundary line disputes often pop up unexpectedly after years of property ownership. A new owner on the other side of your property or a proposed zoning change may bring title deficiencies to light. The services of an experienced real estate litigation lawyer are a smart investment for property owners whose property values, businesses or right to peacefully possess and use their land may be at risk.
- Probate and estate administration The services of a good probate attorney can help you make smart decisions about the legacy you leave to your family or any legacy you receive, including appointment of personal representatives, administration of the estate and swift resolution of any will challenges, as well as suits for services rendered the decedent and any cases of undue influence.
- Criminal defense (including DUI / DWI): Just because you have been accused of a crime does not mean you will be convicted. Just because you have been named as a suspect does not mean that you will be charged. The advocacy of an aggressive attorney can help you preserve your rights.
Call or e-mail the law firm to schedule a consultation with attorney Thomas J. Barrett regarding any of the legal issues listed above.
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