Boston Divorce & Family Law

Divorce does not have to be a traumatic experience — it can be different.

We Only Do Divorce Law

At Baum & Dockter, we concentrate exclusively on divorce law.  We bring 45-plus years combined experience devoted to divorce law and divorce-related matters. We have handled all kinds of divorce cases, from complicated matters with high-value marital estates, complex business valuation issues, and high-conflict child custody disagreements, to simple uncontested divorces.

We represent our clients through all aspects of divorce in Massachusetts, including child custody, child support, alimony, paternity, restraining orders, domestic violence, and equity matters.

We’re Different From Other Divorce Attorneys

Divorce is difficult enough — you need a divorce attorney who will be focused on your best interests and getting you a fair and reasonable result without adding animosity or unnecessarily drawing out your case.

We work hard to minimize your stress…

• We listen and empathize, helping you sort through your concerns and determine what issues are most important.
• We take a practical, outcome-oriented approach, helping you identify your goals, developing a strategic plan to target those goals, and advocating on your behalf to protect your interests.
• We respond to you promptly, making use of various technologies to stay in touch and be available to communicate whenever needed.
• We concentrate on your needs and make efficient use of your time and resources, going above and beyond to create a different divorce experience.

We Guide You Through the Divorce Process

As your divorce lawyer, we do all we can to make the divorce process as easy as possible, offering flexible meeting times and payment options.

Check out our Education Center to learn more about your rights and get answers to the questions our clients most commonly ask during the initial consultation.  Detailed articles are available on more specific issues and concerns, such as child custody, child support, alimony/spousal support, property division, etc.