100% Guarantee of Court Approval or Your Money Back

Our 3StepDivorceTM Online Divorce for Massachusetts is offered with a peace-of-mind 100% guarantee.

We offer a 100% guarantee that the documents provided will be accepted by the Massachusetts courts to finalize your divorce.

In the event that the documents provided are not accepted by the Massachusetts court due to the fault of Divorce Source, Inc., you will be provided a 100% refund (with no handling fee).

Our support staff will always give each individual customer personal attention should they have difficulty. We have both e-mail and phone support (1-800-680-9052 Mon - Fri 9 am -5 pm EST). This being said, prior to issuing a refund, we reserve the right to meet any courts requests regarding changes to the documents.

Secure & Confidential Guarantee

Our site, system, and server is tested daily for vulnerability clearance by McAfee, Inc. This ensures a "hacker safe" and secure environment for all data stored inside your account. Our server is put through a rigorous test everyday by this independent third party to ensure your information is safe and remains private. Secure Site
Our company is PayPalTM Verified. This means that PayPal backs all purchases made through our site. We have met their rigorous standards to be eligible to offer PayPalTM as an alternative form of payment. This trust is not just given to anyone. Official PayPal Seal

Massachusetts Divorce Laws
Massachusetts Residency Requirements
One of the spouses must be a resident of the state of Massachusetts if the grounds for divorce occurred in Massachusetts. If the grounds for divorce occurred outside the state of Massachusetts then one spouse must be a resident of the state for at least 1 year. Actions for divorce shall be filed, heard and determined in the probate court, held for the county where one of the parties lives, except that if either party still resides in the county where the parties last lived together, the action shall be heard and determined in a court for that county. In the event of hardship or inconvenience to either party, the court having jurisdiction may transfer such action for hearing to a court in a county in which such party resides. The divorce is typically filed with in county in which the filing spouse lives. (Massachusetts General Laws - Chapter 208 - Sections: 4,5 & 6)
Massachusetts Divorce Grounds:
Irretrievable breakdown of the marriage as provided in sections one A and B; provided, however, that a divorce shall be adjudged although both parties have cause, and no defense upon recrimination shall be entertained by the court. (A) A. An action for divorce on the ground of an irretrievable breakdown of the marriage may be commenced with the filing of: (a) a petition signed by both joint petitioners or their attorneys; (b) a sworn affidavit that is either jointly or separately executed by the petitioners that an irretrievable breakdown of the marriage exists; and (c) a notarized separation agreement executed by the parties except as hereinafter set forth and no summons or answer shall be required. (B) B. An action for divorce on the ground of an irretrievable breakdown of the marriage may be commenced by the filing of the complaint unaccompanied by the signed statement and dissolution agreement of the parties required in section one A. (Massachusetts General Laws - Chapter 208 - Sections: 1, 1A, 1B and 2)
Massachusetts Property and Debt Division
In determining the appropriate property distribution award, the courts shall consider the following: a. length of the marriage; b. the conduct of the parties during the marriage; c. the age; d. health; e. station; f. occupation; g. amount and sources of income; h. vocational skills; i. employability; j. estate; k. liabilities and needs of each of the parties; l. the opportunity of each for future acquisition of capital assets and income. (Massachusetts General Laws - Chapter 208 - Sections: 1A and 34)
 
Massachusetts Spousal Support, Maintenance, or Alimony:
In determining the amount of alimony, the court shall consider the length of the marriage, the conduct of the parties during the marriage, the age, health, station, occupation, amount and sources of income, vocational skills, employability, estate, liabilities and needs of each of the parties and the opportunity of each for future acquisition of capital assets and income. The court may also consider the contribution of each of the parties in the acquisition, preservation or appreciation in value of their respective estates and the contribution of each of the parties as a homemaker to the family unit. When the court makes an order for alimony on behalf of a spouse, said court shall determine whether the obligor under such order has health insurance or other health coverage available to him through an employer or organization or has health insurance or other health coverage available to him at reasonable cost that may be extended to cover the spouse for whom support is ordered. When said court has determined that the obligor has such insurance or coverage available to him, said court shall include in the support order a requirement that the obligor do one of the following: exercise the option of additional coverage in favor of the spouse, obtain coverage for the spouse, or reimburse the spouse for the cost of health insurance. In no event shall the order for alimony be reduced as a result of the obligor's cost for health insurance coverage for the spouse. (Massachusetts General Laws - Chapter 208 - Sections: 1A and 34)
Massachusetts Custody and Visitation:
In determining what custody arrangement would be in the best interest of the child, the court shall consider all relevant facts including, but not limited to, whether any member of the family abuses alcohol or other drugs or has deserted the child and whether the parties have a history of being able and willing to cooperate in matters concerning the child. If the issue of custody is contested and either party seeks shared legal or physical custody, the parties, jointly or individually, shall submit to the court at the trial a shared custody implementation plan setting forth the details of shared custody including, but not limited to, the child's education; the child's health care; procedures for resolving disputes between the parties with respect to child-raising decisions and duties; and the periods of time during which each party will have the child reside or visit with him, including holidays and vacations, or the procedure by which such periods of time shall be determined. The court shall consider the shared custody implementation plans submitted by the parties. The court may issue a shared legal and physical custody order and, in conjunction therewith, may accept the shared custody implementation plan submitted by either party or by the parties jointly or may issue a plan modifying the plan or plans submitted by the parties. (Massachusetts General Laws - Chapter 208 - Sections: 28 and 31)
Massachusetts Child Support:
In determining the amount of the child support obligation or in approving the agreement of the parties, the court shall apply the child support guidelines promulgated by the Chief Justice for Administration and Management, and there shall be a rebuttable presumption that the amount of the order which would result from the application of the guidelines is the appropriate amount of child support to be ordered. If, after taking into consideration the best interests of the child, the court determines that a party has overcome such presumption, the court shall make specific written findings indicating the amount of the order that would result from application of the guidelines; that the guidelines amount would be unjust or inappropriate under the circumstances; the specific facts of the case which justify departure from the guidelines; and that such departure is consistent with the best interests of the child. The court will may deviate from the support obligation based on the support worksheet by address the following issues: alimony payments, tax exemptions for the children, minimum and maximum levels of payment, custody and visitation order, child care, age of the children, health insurance obligations, attribution of income, prior orders of support, and expenses of subsequent families. (Massachusetts General Laws - Chapter 208 - Sections: 28)

Massachusetts Common Questions
How Do I Know if I Should File in Massachusetts?
One would typically file for divorce in the state in which he or she or his or her spouse resides. If you have recently moved to a new state and wish to file in that new state, you may have to establish residency prior to filing.

If you are in the military and are stationed on a base outside your residency state, you typically are able to file in that state or in your residency state.

If you are in the military and are stationed overseas, you would typically file in your home residency state.

Can I Use 3StepDivorceTM if I Have Children?
Yes. The system and your documents will address all the issues regarding your children such as, but not limited to; custody arrangements, visitation and time-sharing, child support, and medical coverage.
How Much Are the Massachusetts Filing and/or Court Fees?
The filing and/or court fees are not included in our fee and typically range from $50.00 to $350.00 in total depending on your location of filing and whether or not you have children. The 3StepDivorce service will typically help you yield the lowest filing fee for you because both you and your spouse are in agreement.
How Long Will the Process Take in Massachusetts?
The process takes an average of less than 1 hour to answer the required questions and generate the documents. Once you file your documents with the court according the filing procedures, the length of time will vary depending on the number of cases in front of yours. Each court has only one or just a few Judges, Masters, or Referees to review all the pending cases.
Should I File or Should My Spouse File?
As a rule of thumb, for uncontested divorces, the spouse who really wants the divorce to be finalized typically does the filing.
Where and How Do I File My Documents?
The documents are filed at your local county courthouse in the family law or domestic relations division or department. Inside your account you will receive step-by-step filing procedures.
 
Can I Mail or Fax My Documents to the Clerk?
Many courts do permit you to mail and/or fax the documents. This will vary from county to county and state to state, so it will be best to check with the clerk at the courthouse when you are ready to file.
Do I Have to Go to Court in Massachusetts?
Depending on your state and your situation, you may or may not have to attend a short hearing. Most of the time when a hearing is required, it only lasts 10-15 minutes and only the filing spouse must attend. The hearing is where you will be granted your divorce and the judge will sign the final judgment or decree.
Do I Have to Also Hire a Lawyer?
3StepDivorce is designed for you to do your own uncontested divorce without hiring a lawyer. You will be acting as your own lawyer and filing for your own divorce. Should you need or desire legal advice or should your divorce become contested, we do suggest you hire the services of a lawyer.
Will My Name Also Be Changed?
The wife has the option to change her name back to her former or maiden name through the 3StepDivorce solution.
When is the Divorce Actually Finalized in Massachusetts?
The divorce is typically finalized when the Judge signs the final judgment or decree. We give a window of 30-90 days from the filing date, but this will vary due to case load at the courthouse and any mandatory waiting periods.

Massachusetts Divorce Forms
This is a partial list of the Massachusetts divorce forms you will receive with your Massachusetts 3StepDivorceTM Premium Online Divorce account. Each state has unique forms and requirements for filing for a divorce, which is why we provide Massachusetts specific forms and filing procedures. This is not your typical fill-in the blank divorce kit.

Massachusetts Forms: Our smart question and answer technology will allow you to easily complete your Massachusetts divorce forms for an uncontested divorce. Our goal is to make "doing your own divorce", fast, easy, and affordable.

Massachusetts Divorce Forms List
(divorce forms delivered through the system may vary on a case-by-case basis depending on whether or not you have children)
  • Massachusetts Filing Procedures
  • Joint Affidavit Under M.G.L.Ch 208, Sec. 1A
  • Joint Petition For Divorce Under M.G.L. Ch. 208, Sec. 1A
  • Marital Settlement Agreement
  • Schedule for Visitation/Parenting Time of Minor Children
  • Child Support Guidelines and Worksheet
  • Affidavit Disclosing Care or Custody Proceedings
  • Motion for Ordering Requirement of Parenting Class
  • Financial Statement (Short Form for Wife)
  • Financial Statement (Short Form for Husband)
  • Financial Statement (Long Form for Wife)
  • Financial Statement (Long Form for Husband)
  • Monthly Self Employment or Business Income (Schedule A)
  • Rent From Income Producing Property (Schedule B)
  • Order for Support, Health Insurance, and Income Assignment
  • Request for Trial - Pre-Trial Assignment
  • Certificate of Absolute Divorce (Chap. 208, Sec. 46 G.L.)
Home About Us How It Works How Fast? Benefits Pricing Demo Laws Negotiate Blog Support
A Premium Divorce Solution:
Use 3StepDivorceTM to Complete Your
Massachusetts Divorce Online

Massachusetts Divorce Made Easy. Documents Done Right!

Your Massachusetts Divorce Forms in Your Hands Ready for Filing in 1 Hour.
Your Settlement Agreement Included (everything in writing as recommended by lawyers).
Complete Divorce Forms, Filing Procedures & Editing Capabilities Without the Wait!
Works With or Without Children.
100% Court Approval Guarantee or Your Money Back.
Dependability from a Reliable Company. 3StepDivorce ™ is a premium online divorce solution provided by Divorce Source, Inc., the owner and operator of the Divorce Source Network, the web's largest and most visited divorce resource since 1997. Learn why we are the best choice for you!

This easy to use online divorce is a perfect "do it yourself (without a lawyer)" solution for any uncontested divorce (with or without children) that will be filed in the state of Massachusetts. An uncontested divorce is one in which you and your spouse are in agreement and eliminates the stress and expense of settling your divorce in court.

With 3StepDivorce™ you will complete and instantly print your divorce forms, marital settlement agreement, and step-by-step filing procedures to file your own divorce in a timely, professional, and hassle free fashion. You will have complete control of your own divorce from the privacy and comfort of your own home, which is the way it should be!

Get Started Today >>>
or Find Out if You Qualify

Streamline Your Divorce with our Premium 3StepDivorceTM
3StepDivorceTM Complete Confidence - Protection to feel 100% confident about your divorce
Complete forms & procedures    Money back guarantee    Editing capabilities
Superior Customer Support from Start to Finish
New 3StepDivorceTM Also Provides These Helpful Divorce Tools Inside Your Account!

Negotiation Center Custody Tracking Divorce Organizer Divorce Encyclopedia Name Change Divorce Downloads Free Wills
Can't agree on an issue? Successfully settle your issues without spending hundreds on legal fees. Truly innovative and only offered through 3StepDivorceTM.
This helps you manage custody, visitation and support. A custody management tool like this is highly recommended by courts, judges, and lawyers.
Easily document everything and set e-mail auto-reminders during the process. Simple to use and helps keep your divorce information all in one place for easy reference.
Searchable collection of over 1000 divorce related terms with a definition and application in divorce. A go to resource for all aspects of your divorce and the filing process.
Information regarding a name change during divorce and access to a Name Change Notification Kit which lessens the hassles of finishing the name change process.
The download area is a library of over 40 titles, covering the legal, financial and emotional aspects of divorce.
Free Last Will and Testaments are provided for both spouses. It is always recommended to update your Will once you are divorced.
How the Service Works (3 easy steps!)

Step 1. You create a private online account by providing your billing information and establishing your username and password. Once this is done you can begin your personal and secure Massachusetts divorce account.

Step 2. When logged in, you answer a few easy (non-legal) questions at your own pace.

Step 3. After all the questions are answered, you will instantly generate and print your personal documents and filing procedures.

Remember: With this premium service you are able to login and logout of the secure environment at any time. This means that you can complete the questions at your own pace as well as share the login information with your spouse for his or her participation if desired. All of the questions you answer are saved and each answer may be altered at any time. You may reprint or alter your documents as necessary with no additional fees.

Why is This the Best Service the Web Has to Offer?
- ALL Massachusetts Documents Needed From Start to Finish!
- Step-by-Step Massachusetts Filing Procedures.
- Fastest Way to Do Your Own Massachusetts Divorce.
- Most User-friendly, With No Hassles & Very Streamlined.
- Takes the Difficulty Out of Completing Your Massachusetts Documents!
- Flexible Payment Options (two monthly installments of $157)
- Massachusetts Court Approval or 100% Money Back Guarantee.
- No Waiting. Immediate Document Delivery.
- Full Editing Capabilities with Instant Changes.
- Accessible by Both Spouses (if desired).
- "Real Person" Customer Support by Phone & E-mail.
- No Additional Charges for Changes or Updates.
- Name Change & Name Change Notification Guide for Wife.
- Optional Wills Provided for Both Husband & Wife.
- Includes Online Negotiation Center to Help Resolves any Disputes.
- Includes Online Custody, Visitation & Support Tracking.
- Includes Online Personal Divorce Organizer.
- Access to Over 40 Free Divorce Books and Manuals
- Try the Service Before You Buy the Service.

Massachusetts 3StepDivorceTM is simple, affordable & fast!
Service of Divorce Source (online since 1997)
Over 300,000 forms processed.		    Step-by-Step filing procedures
(who, what, where & when)
Have your completed documents within 1 hour (with or without children) Court approval or your money back (100% guaranteed)
Instantly print your documents (no waiting or delivery periods) Toll free phone and email support (we are with you from start to finish)
Instantly make changes (gives you full control, the way it should be!) Online Divorce Organizer & 40+ Self-Help Divorce eBooks
All required divorce documents + settlement agreement Free Will provided with your account (both spouses)


3StepDivorceTM is provided by Divorce Source, Inc., the owner and operator of the Divorce Source Network, the largest and most visited online divorce resource since 1997.

Site Map - Contact Us - Terms - Privacy - Security - Guarantee - Testimonials

Visit our Facebook page and become a fan.

How Massachusetts's 3StepDivorceTM works for you!

Begin - Create Account

Answer the questions at your own pace.
Print, sign and file your divorce forms with your local court.
If you do not want to instantly print your completed forms they can be mailed to you free of charge.
Only $299
(flat-fee)
or 2 monthly payments of $157
or 3 monthly payments of $109
Payment Options Do Not Delay Divorce
Affordable & 100% Guaranteed.
Instant Delivery - Instant Changes
No Time Limit on Account
Don't Settle for Anything Less

Divorce Exclusives

Military Divorce Ideal divorce solution for those in the military.
Fast Divorce: Ready to file in less than 1 hour.
Not convinced? Try it before you buy it.

Watch Online Demo

Access Demo Account

Divorce Help Centers


Divorce Source, Inc. has been nationally recognized in the media since 1997.
Read Our Customer Feedback!
Divorce Source, Inc. is celebrating 17 years of online business. 1996-2013

Massachusetts Feedback (read more):
"I found your service to be very easy to use. Hopefully I'll never need to use it again, but if need arises I know where you are and I'll recommend it to any friends who may be unlucky enough to need the service. Thank you very much."
~ Richard S., Massachusetts



Online Divorce Partners


Secure Site Versign Secure Site Guarantee Divorce Support Official PayPal Seal Divorce Application Our Facebook Page Our Twitter Page
Copyright© 1996-2013. All rights reserved by Divorce Source, Inc. Created, Maintained, & Hosted by Divorce Source, Inc. Have questions? Call us at 1-800-680-9052

Visit Our Support Sites - Divorce Support & Divorce Source

Disclaimer: This is a quality non-lawyer self-help divorce solution. The 3StepDivorce Documentation software and service is not a substitute for the advice of a lawyer. Divorce Source, Inc. does not practice law and does not give out legal advice. The software and service allows you to represent yourself in doing your own divorce. If you need or desire legal representation we recommend that you hire a lawyer. Click here to learn more about our service.