Meghan Leigh Howard, Child Custody Attorney in Foxboro, Massachusetts

Meghan concentrates on child custody, child support, divorce, and family law. Each area below outlines the kind of case Meghan handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Child Custody

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• Child Support

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• Divorce

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• Family Law

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Meghan's primary office is at 132 Central St, Foxboro, MA, 02035. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Working with a new child custody attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Meghan usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Meghan discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in child custody practice — ask which fits.

• How much does it cost to hire Meghan for a child custody case?

  Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Meghan walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

• Does Meghan offer a free consultation?

  Meghan charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Meghan's office. Some child custody attorneys offer free consults — check Meghan's current terms during booking.

• How long do child custody cases in Massachusetts typically take?

  Simple child custody matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Meghan gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Meghan take my case if I'm outside Foxboro?

  Meghan is licensed in Massachusetts. Matters governed by Massachusetts law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Meghan will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

• What should I bring to my first meeting with Meghan?

  Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Meghan will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

• Is Meghan accepting new child custody clients right now?

  Meghan's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.