Cumberland Divorce Lawyers

Family Law Services in Cumberland, Maine

At The Maine Divorce Group, our Cumberland family law attorneys provide comprehensive, compassionate legal support for individuals and families navigating complex family matters. Whether you're going through a divorce, establishing a parenting plan, or facing a post-judgment modification, we’re here to help you protect your future with clarity and confidence.

We work with clients in traditional marriages, domestic partnerships, and civil unions, guiding them through every legal and emotional aspect of family law in Maine. Below are some of the key family law services we offer Cumberland families:

Divorce in Maine

Divorce is not just the end of a marriage—it’s a legal process that requires careful decision-making about property, children, and finances. In Maine, divorce can involve disputes over parenting responsibilities, division of assets, spousal support, and more.

Our Cumberland divorce lawyers will help you understand your rights, protect your interests, and find the most efficient path forward—whether through negotiation or litigation.

Divorce Mediation

Mediation is often a faster, more affordable, and less stressful alternative to traditional divorce litigation. Maine courts strongly encourage mediation to help couples resolve disputes regarding parenting, finances, and property division.

As skilled divorce mediators, we can facilitate respectful, productive conversations that lead to fair outcomes—while keeping your case out of court whenever possible.

High-Net Worth Divorce

A high-net-worth divorce in Cumberland, Maine often involves complex financial issues, including business interests, investments, real estate, and compensation structures that require careful evaluation. Whether one spouse managed the finances or both were involved, understanding the full marital estate is critical to achieving a fair outcome under Maine’s equitable distribution laws.

At The Maine Divorce Group, our family law attorneys help clients navigate asset valuation, tax implications, and long-term financial planning to protect what matters most during a high-asset divorce.

Parental Rights and Responsibilities (Formerly "Custody")

Maine law no longer uses the term "child custody" and instead refers to parental rights and responsibilities, focusing on the child’s best interests. Our attorneys can help you establish or modify parenting plans that address decision-making, residency, visitation, and more.

Whether you are working toward a shared arrangement or facing a high conflict divorce, we’ll ensure your voice is heard and your child’s needs are prioritized.

Child support

Both parents have a legal duty to support their children financially. In Maine, child support obligations are calculated based on income, parenting time, and the needs of the child.

We’ll help you understand how child support is determined and advocate for a fair arrangement—whether you are seeking, modifying, or contesting a support order.

Spousal support (Alimony)

Spousal support in Maine is not automatic and depends on factors such as the length of the marriage, each party’s financial resources, and future earning potential.

We can help you determine whether alimony may apply in your case and advocate for an arrangement that aligns with your long-term financial stability.

Prenuptial Agreements

At The Maine Divorce Group, we help clients across Maine create clear, enforceable prenuptial and postnuptial agreements. These contracts protect assets, clarify financial expectations, and help prevent future disputes.

Our attorneys provide personalized guidance to ensure your agreement reflects your goals and meets Maine’s legal standards. Contact us for trusted, confidential support.

Property Division

Maine follows the principle of equitable distribution, which means property is divided fairly—but not always equally. It’s important to accurately identify marital vs. non-marital property and evaluate assets such as homes, retirement accounts, and business interests.

Our Cumberland divorce attorneys will protect your financial interests during property division and ensure a just outcome.

Child relocation

If you share parental rights, relocating with your child requires legal approval and may involve modifying your parenting plan. We’ll guide you through Maine’s relocation laws, help you present a strong case to the court, and ensure compliance with all legal requirements.

Post-Judgment Modifications

Life changes—and your court orders may need to change with it. Whether you’re seeking to modify a parenting plan, adjust child support, or enforce a previous order, our post-judgment lawyers will help you file the appropriate motions and ensure your updated circumstances are reflected in court.

What to do before filing for divorce in Cumberland, Maine

While divorce is not a light decision to take it is also not something to jump right into with being well-prepared. There are a number of things to consider discussing with an expert before filing for divorce that could affect the outcome between you, your spouse, and children, if they live in your household. You may need to consider:

• your shared assets, both physical and digital,
• any property you may have to divide
• if there is a business, how will it be managed after separation,
• if you have children, there may be need to address a parenting plan
• child support
• spousal support
• and the list goes on.

With the assistance of an experienced lawyer, your preparation can increase the chances of outcomes in your favor. Some points recommended by our law firm before filing for divorce are:

• Collect essential records such as financial statements, tax returns, your prenuptial agreement, and insurance policies
• Inventory your physical, real, and investment property to help identify property that is part of the marital estate and property that is not
• Remain in your family home or if you intend to leave, discuss your plans with your Maine family law attorney first
• Think about the needs of your children
• Secure your digital accounts and information so that your spouse cannot find incriminating evidence to use against you
• Open your own financial accounts, however, talk to your lawyer before moving money around from joint accounts