Essex County, Massachusetts Family Court
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Welcome! On this page you'll find the following information for Essex County, Massachusetts:
- Where to file for child custody in Essex County
- How to find or contact the Essex County Family Court
- Whether the court offers childcare for days you must visit the court building
- Where to find Essex County child custody forms and court fees
- How to learn more and find a lawyer
Where To File for Child Custody in Essex County, Massachusetts
In Essex County, child custody is handled by the Essex County Probate and Family Court
NAME OF COURT
Essex County Probate and Family Court
COURT WEBSITE ADDRESS
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COURT PHONE NUMBER
COURTHOUSE ADDRESS
Essex County Probate and Family Court
36 Federal Street
Salem, MA 01970COURTHOUSE HOURS
Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. excluding court holidays.
COURTHOUSE CHILDCARE
No Childcare Available
Essex County Child Custody Forms & Fees
Massachusetts Child Custody Forms Used in Essex County
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Essex County Child Custody Forms
Family Court Fee
If you can't afford Essex County court filing fees, you may ask for a waiver. To learn more, see the court's Waiver of Court Fees information.
Get Help With Massachusetts Child Custody
Before you file legal papers, take some time to familiarize yourself with the resouces offered by your local court. Most courts now offer at least some materials and forms to help you understand and manage your child custody case. Even if you plan to work with a lawyer, it's smart to do some research before you turn things over. When you're ready to find a lawyer, the resources below can help you locate a child custody attorney near you.
Essex County Family Court Self-Help Materials
Massachusetts Resources for Making a Parenting Plan
Essex County Free or Low Cost Legal Help
Essex County Child Custody Lawyers