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Alimony Child Support in Massachusetts

The duration of alimony in Massachusetts depends on the length of the marriage, with the general rule that alimony ends upon the payor’s retirement or the recipient’s remarriage, as set by Mass. Gen. Laws ch. 208 § 53. Child support is determined using the Massachusetts Child Support Guidelines, which apply a formula based on the parents’ incomes and the number of children. The guidelines consider the combined income of both parents up to a verified threshold of $400,000; for income above that amount, the court has discretion. A worked example below illustrates how the formula applies within that range. For a precise estimate, the DocketMath calculator uses the official guidelines to compute your specific obligation.

Governing authority

In Massachusetts, the alimony child support rule is set by Mass. Gen. Laws ch. 208 § 53 (alimony); ch. 119A; MA Child Support Guidelines (2021). The verified packet cites Mass. Gen. Laws ch. 208 § 53 (alimony); ch. 119A; MA Child Support Guidelines (2021) (https://www.mass.gov/info-details/massachusetts-law-about-alimony).

Massachusetts alimony child support: the verified value is $400,000 under Mass. Gen. Laws ch. 208 § 53 (alimony); ch. 119A; MA Child Support Guidelines (2021). The verified packet cites Mass. Gen. Laws ch. 208 § 53 (alimony); ch. 119A; MA Child Support Guidelines (2021) (https://www.mass.gov/info-details/massachusetts-law-about-alimony).

Estimate your own result: every situation has exceptions that can change the outcome. Use the alimony child support calculator to estimate your specific figure.

This page provides general legal information and calculation tools, not legal advice. DocketMath is not a law firm and does not provide legal representation, and using this site does not create an attorney-client relationship. Laws change and exceptions apply, so deadlines and amounts specific to your situation should be confirmed with a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction.