Family Law

If you are facing a family legal issue, you can trust LaRoche Law to handle the matter with the special attention required to achieve a favorable resolution. Family law includes a wide range of legal issues, including:

• Divorce
• Child Custody
• Child Support
• Spousal Support

Divorce

Our firm is aggressive and diligent in our representation of both plaintiffs and defendants in divorce proceedings. We are committed to providing the highest quality legal services within the framework of professional integrity and cost effectiveness. Paul A. LaRoche provides independent judgment and creative problem-solving, tailored to your needs. He recommends pragmatic and alternative methods of dispute resolution when appropriate, including mediation and arbitration. He strives at all times to navigate you through the complex legal world of divorce with personal attention and service.

Child Custody

One of the consequences of divorce is the determination of child custody. The court determines custodial arrangements based on the best interests of the child. The physical, mental, and financial status of the parents are all important factors in a child custody proceeding. Custody proceedings involve numerous procedural hurdles, particularly when one party has moved out of state.

If you are getting divorced or if you are seeking to change a prior custody agreement or judgment, we will tackle the procedural issues and thoroughly pursue any evidence supporting your position. We understand the complicated emotions underlying child custody issues, and we are uniquely skilled at putting you at ease during a difficult period in your life.

Child Support

Child support is a legal obligation of a non-custodial parent. A court orders a non-custodial parent to make a child support payment proportionate to the child's expenses. An award of child support is based on the age, number of children, and activity of the children as well as the income of the non-custodial parent. A change in circumstances can give rights to revaluate a support payment. Our firm can ensure that all of your rights are enforced and protected with regard to securing or paying a child support award.

Spousal Support

Spousal support or alimony is payment made upon divorce by a former spouse, usually for a period of limited duration. Both the availability and amount of spousal support can be either agreed upon by the parties or determined by the court based on factors such as the length of marriage, the time separated, the parties' age, income, health, and future financial prospects, and the reason for the break-down in the marriage.

Regardless of the problem you are facing, we have years of experience navigating the family court system. We can devote our time to addressing your case to a satisfactory outcome. Contact LaRoche Law at 978 632-1633 for a consultation today.