Braintree residents facing a divorce, a custody dispute, or a criminal charge need a lawyer who knows the Norfolk County courts and answers the phone. Attorney Jessica R. Sofio is based in nearby Rockland and represents Braintree clients from the first call through the final hearing.

Divorce and Family Law for Braintree Families

Divorce, custody, child support, and alimony cases for Braintree residents are heard at the Norfolk County Probate and Family Court in Canton. Many Braintree divorces involve a family home, retirement accounts, and commuting parents with busy schedules. Attorney Sofio helps you plan for each of these, from temporary orders to a final parenting plan.

Divorce: contested and uncontested, including property division and alimony

Child custody and parenting plans: legal and physical custody, schedules, and relocation

Child support: setting, changing, and enforcing support under the Massachusetts guidelines

Restraining orders: seeking or defending a 209A abuse prevention order

Modifications: changing an order when life changes

Criminal Defense for Braintree Residents

Criminal cases from Braintree are heard at Quincy District Court, 1 Dennis Ryan Parkway in Quincy, which serves Braintree, Quincy, Weymouth, Randolph, Holbrook, Milton, and Cohasset. Serious felony cases can move to Norfolk Superior Court in Dedham.

Braintree arrests often come from traffic stops on Route 3, Route 37, and Interstate 93, and from retail incidents near the South Shore Plaza. OUI, shoplifting, and assault charges move quickly through Quincy District Court. Attorney Sofio handles:

OUI and DUI: breath test and field sobriety challenges, license suspensions, and 24D dispositions

Drug charges: possession, intent to distribute, and trafficking

Assault and battery: including domestic charges and related 209A hearings

Juvenile cases: delinquency, diversion, and record sealing

How to Choose a Lawyer in Braintree

Look for a lawyer who regularly appears in your court, handles your case personally, explains your options in plain language, and is clear about fees from the start. Meet with more than one if you can. At Sofio Law, you work directly with Attorney Sofio, a former teacher known for clear explanations, and the first consultation is free.

Frequently Asked Questions: Braintree, MA

Which court handles criminal cases from Braintree?
Quincy District Court. Serious felonies can move to the Superior Court for the county.

Where are Braintree divorces heard?
Divorce, custody, child support, and alimony cases for Braintree residents are heard at the Norfolk County Probate and Family Court in Canton.

How far is your office from Braintree?
Our office at 100 Ledgewood Place, Suite 201 in Rockland is about 20 minutes from Braintree.

How do I schedule a consultation?
Call (774) 801-9774 or email info@sofio.law. The first consultation is free and confidential.

Contact Sofio Law, Your Braintree Attorney

Sofio Law, PLLC
100 Ledgewood Place, Suite 201
Rockland, MA 02370
(774) 801-9774
info@sofio.law