Lynch & Owens, P.C.

Lynch & Owens, P.C. For focused family law attorneys in Massachusetts, contact Lynch & Owens P.C. The team is experience

The team is experienced and ready to protect your best interests.

08/28/2026

Understanding Divorce Mediation : A Peaceful Resolution

Custody for Divorced Parents vs. Unmarried ParentsIn Massachusetts, the law surrounding custody and parenting time is ge...
08/27/2026

Custody for Divorced Parents vs. Unmarried Parents

In Massachusetts, the law surrounding custody and parenting time is generally the same for children of divorced parents and those of unmarried parents. An important difference applies to children of divorced vs. unmarred parents, however, with respect to shared custody. The Massachusetts child custody statute that applies to divorced parents, Ch. 208 s. 31, expresses no limitations on a judge’s ability to order “shared” or “joint" custody, beyond the “best interests of the child” standard.

However, the custody statute for children of unmarried parents, Ch. 209C s. 10, explicitly provides that unmarried mothers shall have primary custody of a child until there is an adjudication of parentage:

Prior to or in the absence of an adjudication or voluntary acknowledgment of paternity, the mother shall have custody of a child born out of wedlock. In the absence of an order or judgment of a probate and family court relative to custody, the mother shall continue to have custody of a child after an adjudication of paternity or voluntary acknowledgment of parentage.

08/26/2026

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08/26/2026

Lynch & Owens, P.C. brings over 120 years of combined experience in family law, personal injury, and estate planning. Head to our website to see how ouur firm can guide you through your legal matter. Visit https://www.lynchowens.com/s/m1M812T

08/24/2026

Health Insurance After Divorce in MA :

08/21/2026

: Can a divorce be settled without going to court? Yes, if you and your spouse can agree on all the terms of the divorce, including property division, spousal support, child custody, and support, you can settle your divorce without going to court. Visit https://www.lynchowens.com/s/B547o6y

08/21/2026

James M. Lynch Explains:
Can unwedded parents seek child support?

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08/20/2026

Fall is a critical time for revisiting parenting agreements and child support. Lynch & Owens, P.C. offers the knowledge you need to plan confidently. Visit https://www.lynchowens.com/s/H7F3b3l

08/19/2026

The new school year requires joint decisions on education under shared legal custody. Avoid school enrollment gridlock. Contact Lynch & Owens, P.C. to resolve your educational child custody dispute. Visit https://www.lynchowens.com/s/04U8q4D

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