Arlington, Massachusetts Divorce Lawyers

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Matthew Solomon
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Arlington, MA Divorce Lawyer. 11 years experience
(617) 201-9060 190 Mystic Valley Parkway
 Arlington, MA 02474
Divorce, Arbitration & Mediation, Estate Planning and Family
Northeastern University School of Law
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Robert P. Murray
Arlington, MA Divorce Lawyer.
(617) 600-4799 754 Massachusetts Avenue
 Arlington, MA 02476
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Rich Mucci
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Winchester, MA Divorce Attorney. 12 years experience
(781) 729-3999 63 Shore Rd
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 Winchester, MA 01890
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Suffolk University Law School
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My full-service law practice has assisted individuals and companies satisfy their personal and professional objectives through cost-efficient negotiation and litigation results. I have an expertise in the fields of business, construction, employment, real estate, personal injury law and criminal defense. I am a trial attorney skilled in both civil and criminal matters. I have successfully tried numerous cases, both to juries and to the bench. I provide a one-stop shop to residents of Boston and the surrounding areas. I have the skill and experience of a big Boston lawyer at suburban prices.
David Altman
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Cambridge, MA Divorce Lawyer. 18 years experience
(800) 481-6199 689 Massachusetts Avenue
 Cambridge, MA 02139
Free ConsultationDivorce, Family, Juvenile and Personal Injury
Suffolk University Law School
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Steven E. Altman
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Cambridge, MA Divorce Attorney. 25 years experience
(800) 481-6199 689 Massachusetts Avenue
 Cambridge, MA 02139
Free ConsultationDivorce, Domestic Violence, Family and Juvenile
Suffolk University Law School
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Lauren Popovitch
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Cambridge, MA Divorce Attorney.
(617) 863-7847 2294 Massachusetts Avenue 2nd Floor
 Cambridge, MA 02140
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Albany Law School
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Popovitch Law LLC practices Divorce and Family Law at the highest level of skill, knowledge, and experience. Lauren Popovitch is a premier Boston Divorce and Family Lawyer with a reputation for excellence and a strong record of success. Lauren Popovitch is committed to achieving the best outcome for you and your family.
(617) 863-7847 680 Worcester Road
 Framingham, MA 01702
Bart Peter Simonian
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Cambridge, MA Divorce Lawyer. 24 years experience
(800) 481-6199 689 Massachusetts Avenue
 Cambridge, MA 02139
Free ConsultationDivorce, Bankruptcy, Family and Juvenile
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Nicholas J. LaFountain
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Watertown, MA Divorce Lawyer. 12 years experience
(617) 926-8944 507 Mt. Auburn Street
 Watertown, MA 02472
Free ConsultationDivorce, Family, Landlord Tenant and Personal Injury
Maurice A. Deane School of Law at Hofstra University
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Kathleen B. Reynolds
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Woburn, MA Divorce Attorney. 9 years experience
(781) 935-7104 390 Main Street
Suite 200
 Woburn, MA 01801
Free ConsultationDivorce, Criminal, Domestic Violence and Family
Massachusetts School of Law
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My practice focuses on family law and criminal defense. I provide honest and practical advice to my clients, paying particular attention to their individual needs. My clients take an active role in their cases and we work together to obtain just, timely and cost-effective results.
Steven Charles Goldwyn
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Cambridge, MA Divorce Attorney. 25 years experience
(800) 481-6199 689 Massachusetts Avenue
 Cambridge, MA 02139
Free ConsultationDivorce, Domestic Violence, Family and Juvenile
Boston University School of Law, Boston, Massachusetts
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Christopher J Finn
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Woburn, MA Divorce Attorney.
(781) 484-1066 400 TradeCenter Drive, Suite 5900
 Woburn, MA 01801
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Suffolk University Law School
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Raised in Saugus, Massachusetts, on Boston’s north shore, Attorney Christopher J. Finn is proud to have established his law office in the town in which he grew up. Chris received his J.D., cum laude, from Suffolk University Law School located in downtown Boston, with a Business Law and Financial Services Concentration with Distinction. He served on the Editorial Board of his law school’s Transnational Law Review and has won an award for his outstanding oral advocacy. Chris has appeared and successfully argued motions and trials in the District, Superior and Probate and Family Courts of the Commonwealth...
(781) 484-1066 539 Lincoln Avenue
 Saugus, MA 01906
Brett Hans Little
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Winchester, MA Divorce Attorney. 22 years experience
(617) 717-8966 10 Sheffield Road
 Winchester, MA 01890
Free ConsultationDivorce, Arbitration & Mediation, Broker Fraud and Business
Brooklyn Law School
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Les Wallerstein
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Lexington, MA Divorce Attorney. 27 years experience
1620 Massachusetts Avenue
 Lexington, MA 02420
Free ConsultationDivorce and Family
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Kathleen Black Reynolds
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Woburn, MA Divorce Attorney.
(781) 277-7399 390 Main Street
Suite 200
 Woburn, MA 01801
Free ConsultationDivorce, Collections, Domestic Violence and Family
Massachusetts School of Law
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Kathleen has experience representing clients in many legal matters, with a strong focus on criminal defense, RMV hearings, family law and small claims. She is a member of the Massachusetts Bar Association and practices throughout the Commonwealth. She is the chair of the Wilmington Historical Commission, and co-founded the Friends of Wilmington Tennis. Kathleen is compassionate, intelligent, and dedicated to her clients. When not assisting clients, she enjoys spending time with her kids, playing tennis, hiking, reading, exploring Cape Ann, and attending local community events. To contact Attorney Reynolds for legal or notary services, please call 781.569.5840, x.205 or email...
Lisa Marino
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Newton, MA Divorce Attorney. 25 years experience
(617) 964-8090 288 Walnut St
 Newton, MA 02460
Divorce and Family
Suffolk University Law School
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Cheryl Garrity
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Burlington, MA Divorce Lawyer. 26 years experience
(781) 425-6258 111 South Bedford Street, Suite 107
 Burlington, MA 01803
Divorce and Family
Northeastern University School of Law
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Wyckoff Nissenbaum
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Somerville, MA Divorce Attorney.
(617) 410-6467 775 Broadway
 Somerville, MA 02144
Divorce, Domestic Violence and Family
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The Law Office of Wyckoff Nissenbaum concentrates in Divorce and Family Law matters. Contact Wyckoff Nissenbaum to discuss your case specific situation.
Carl Emilio D'Angio Jr
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Waltham, MA Divorce Lawyer. 27 years experience
(781) 894-6028 11 Spring St
 Waltham, MA 02451
Divorce, Bankruptcy, Construction and Family
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Kevin V. Daley
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Cambridge, MA Divorce Attorney. 24 years experience
(617) 492-0100 130 Bishop Allen Dr
 Cambridge, MA 02139
Divorce, Family and Personal Injury
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Sean Alexander Doherty
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Somerville, MA Divorce Attorney. 23 years experience
(877) 284-3529 5 Middlesex Ave, Suite 400, 4th Floor
 Somerville, MA 02145
Divorce, Criminal, Family and Juvenile
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I have represented thousands of clients in my decades as a trial attorney. I am here to zealously advocate for you whatever your legal need might be.
(877) 284-3529 709 Main Street
 Millis, MA 02054
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Peter Cole
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Allston, MA Divorce Attorney.
(857) 559-1007 183 Harvard Ave., Suite 2A
 Allston, MA 02134
Divorce, Criminal, Employment and Immigration
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Gabriel Cheong
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Boston, MA Divorce Attorney. 10 years experience
(617) 273-5110 60 State Street
Suite 700
 Boston, MA 02109
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Northeastern University School of Law
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I opened my boutique law firm focusing on divorce and family law, wills and trusts, and estate planning in an effort to help Boston area residents navigate the challenges that life throws at them. I'm an advocate for civil divorces and for lifetime planning. With my office located in Quincy, MA, I help clients in the Boston Metro area, primarily in Suffolk County, Middlesex County and Norfolk County Massachusetts.
(617) 209-2230 75 Second Avenue
Suite 605
 Needham, MA 02494
(617) 250-8236 859 Willard Street
Suite 400
 Quincy, MA 02169
Howard Lewis
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Boston, MA Divorce Lawyer. 24 years experience
8 Faneuil Hall
 Boston, MA 02109
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Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
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Howard Lewis is a nationally recognized trial attorney that has successfully litigated and brought to verdict over 100 jury trials and over 200 bench trials. Throughout the last two decades of his career, Howard Lewis has represented parties in local and state courts throughout the United States. He believes in personal service and commitment to clients and strives each day to make that a priority. *Voted top divorce attorney in Northeast 2011- 2015 by Arrive Magazine, Superb Rating of 10.0 by Avvo 2011 -2016, and SuperLawyer 2013 -2016. Website: http://HowardLewisLaw.com
(508) 370-3400 411 Union Avenue
 Framingham, MA 01702
Ismail Mohammed
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Boston, MA Divorce Lawyer. 13 years experience
(617) 532-1911 Suite 302
 Boston, MA 02110
Divorce, Criminal, Family and Immigration
Massachusetts School of Law
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Ismail Mohammed founded The Law Office of Ismail Mohammed in 2004 to offer legal services in the field of criminal defense and immigration in Boston, Massachusetts having earned his Juris Doctor degree from Massachusetts School of Law at Andover in 2000. It was from there that he became a bar advocate with the Middlesex Defense attorneys since 2005 representing mainly indigent clients. At the Law Office of Ismail Mohammed, we are passionate about representing all clients in criminal defense and immigration cases. We help families, individuals and companies with visa applications, green card applications, citizenship/naturalization and cancellation from deportation/removal...
Lillian J. LaRosa
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Woburn, MA Divorce Attorney. 35 years experience
3 Baldwin Green Common, Ste. 207
 Woburn, MA 01801
Free ConsultationDivorce, Personal Injury, Probate and Workers' Comp
American University Washington College of Law
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Probate Court practice including litigqation and administration of estates. including will and account contests and appointment of personal representative contests divorce and custody including guardianship of minors, and preparation and reviewing real estate and purchase and sale agreements, preparing petitions for license to sell,real estate and petitions to partition land in common. I have been a Conciliator with the Middlesex County Bar Association program for several years, I am a Court appointed Guardian Ad Litem category D on, Probate Accounts including Estates and Conservatorships, and Custody and Visitation Guardian ad litem . Our...
Marcia J. Mavrides
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Boston, MA Divorce Attorney. 33 years experience
(617) 723-9900 160 State Street
6th Floor
 Boston, MA 02109
Divorce and Family
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Marcia Mavrides has been a family law attorney for over 30 years. She has offices in Quincy and Boston. Her areas of practice include divorce, separation, custody, visitation/parenting plans, child support/college expenses, alimony, income attribution, asset division, parental relocation, paternity, grandparents rights, guardianships, modifications, contempt proceedings, restraining orders and mediation. She owes her success to her ability to work closely with each client, helping them toward a comprehensive and clear understanding of the legal process and its impact on their lives. Her goal is to work toward a fair resolution that provides clarity and predictability for her clients long after...
21 McGrath Highway
Suite 402
 Quincy, MA 02169
David Kiley Wilkinson
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Boston, MA Divorce Attorney. 14 years experience
(617) 795-3611 2 Oliver Street, Suite 302A
 Boston, MA 02109
Divorce and Family
California Western School of Law
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David K.Wilkinson is a Fellow with the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML), and started his education when he received his Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Administration from the University of Washington, one of the highest ranked undergraduate business schools in the United States. He was awarded membership to the National Dean’s List. David received his Juris Doctor degree from California Western School of Law School and graduated in the top one-third of his class. Co-founder of Wilkinson & Finkbeiner, David practices family law for the firm, handling all facets of the practice area, from straightforward negotiation...
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 New Bedford, MA 02740
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Christopher DiBella
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Burlington, MA Divorce Attorney. 12 years experience
(781) 262-3338 134 Cambridge Street
 Burlington, MA 01803
Free ConsultationDivorce, Criminal, DUI and Family
Suffolk University Law School
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Christopher DiBella is the founding partner of DiBella Law Offices, P.C. Few attorneys are able to understand and relate to the hardships accident victims suffer. Chris remembers vividly as a child receiving the call no one ever hopes to receive, that his older brother was involved in a life threating car accident. He remembers the impact the accident had on him and his family.
Chris recalls the stories about his grandfathers who immigrated to the United States with nothing and were forced to work in abhorrent conditions with little to no regard for their safety. He recalls the needless injuries his...
(978) 327-5140 45 Osgood Street
Suite 302
 Methuen, MA 01844
Julie Lamkin
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Boston, MA Divorce Attorney. 7 years experience
(888) 367-2900 1 International Pl
18th Floor
 Boston, MA 02110
Free ConsultationDivorce, Estate Planning and Family
Massachusetts School of Law
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Mildred N Phillips
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Boston, MA Divorce Lawyer. 18 years experience
(617) 624-3800 Ten Post Office Square
8th floor
 Boston, MA 02109
Free ConsultationDivorce, Consumer, Family and Immigration
Suffolk University Law School
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General practice law office advising and representing consumers and businesses on general civil matters including consumer protection, family law, Social Security disability claims, tax audits and collections, immigration and naturalization law. At my office, you will be treated as a person and not as a case. You will be heard no matter how big or how small your case is. I personally handle every case that I agree to work on.
David C Newton Esq.
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Boston, MA Divorce Attorney. 8 years experience
(617) 449-7441 71 Commercial St.
#57
 Boston, MA 02109
Free ConsultationDivorce, Criminal, DUI and Family
Boston University School of Law
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The Newton Law Firm and attorney David C. Newton are proud to serve Greater Boston and the Boston's North Shore, offering a variety of legal services to help his clients and protect their rights. Description I served in the U.S. Marine Corps for five years. After serving honorably in the U.S. Marine Corps, I graduated magna cum laude from State University of New York College at Brockport with a B.S. in Business and Economics. I then continued on to obtain my law degree cum laude from Boston University School of Law. After obtaining my law degree I worked as an associate at Goodwin...
(978) 995-2014 102 Bridge Road
Suite 2B
 Salisbury, MA 01952
Phil A. Taylor
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Stoneham, MA Divorce Lawyer. 14 years experience
(781) 438-7100 2 Main Street, Suite 325
 Stoneham, MA 02180
Free ConsultationDivorce, Business, Collections and Family
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Robert DiLibero
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Boston, MA Divorce Lawyer. 37 years experience
500 Commercial Street
 Boston, MA 02109
Free ConsultationDivorce and Family
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Massachusetts Probate Attorney and Family Law Lawyer: Robert DiLibero was raised in Providence, Rhode Island, before moving to Massachusetts to attend Boston University. As a child of the 60's, his academic path took a circuitous route with a year off to serve as a VISTA Volunteer on the Rosebud Sioux Indian Reservation in South Dakota, followed by nearly four years of service with the United States Army Security Agency with assignments to Bad Aibling, Germany, the National Security Agency, Cu Chi, Vietnam and Two Rock Ranch Station in Petaluma, California. He received a B.S. in English from Boston University after his military...
David Feldman
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Boston, MA Divorce Lawyer. 40 years experience
(617) 227-0290 11 Beacon Street, Suite 1100
 Boston, MA 02108
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Suffolk University Law School
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Practice limited to divorce, family law and divorce mediation.
Erin Whelan Pennock
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Woburn, MA Divorce Attorney. 10 years experience
(781) 569-5840 444 Washington Street
Suite 510
 Woburn, MA 01801
Free ConsultationDivorce, Business, Consumer and Family
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Attorney Pennock focuses her practice primarily in the areas of family law, probate matters (i.e. wills, will contests and administration of estates), civil litigation and landlord/tenant disputes.
Jeffrey A. Soilson
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Boston, MA Divorce Lawyer. 19 years experience
(617) 542-5542 One Beacon Street
 Boston, MA 02108
Divorce and Family
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Jeffrey A. Soilson specializes in large-asset divorce and high-conflict custody cases. As a partner at Fitch, a Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML), and a Fellow of the International Academy of Family Lawyers (IAFL), Mr. Soilson brings more than 19 years of experience to his cases. Whether litigating a child custody battle and issues over alimony, or mediating a divorce and allocating child-related college expenses, Mr. Soilson is committed to helping people resolve their family matters in a cost-effective, child-centric and dignified manner. For his hard work, Mr. Soilson has earned an Avvo “Superb” rating;...
(617) 542-5542 110 Cedar Street
Suite 250
 Wellesley Hills, MA 02481
Marion Lee Wasserman
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Newton, MA Divorce Lawyer. 34 years experience
(781) 449-4815 100 Wells Avenue
 Newton, MA 02459
Divorce and Family
Harvard Law School
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Marion Lee Wasserman is admitted to practice in Massachusetts. She is a member of the Massachusetts Bar Association, the Massachusetts Collaborative Law Council, the International Academy of Collaborative Professionals and the Massachusetts Council on Family Mediation (Certified Member). In addition, she is on the Board of Directors of the Massachusetts Council on Family Mediation. As the founder and sole proprietor of Reach Accord Law and Mediation Services*, Marion Lee Wasserman has been specializing in family and divorce matters for over ten years. Her practice is currently dedicated exclusively to these areas of practice. Marion formerly assisted businesses with technology-related legal matters....
Samuel W. Fern
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Boston, MA Divorce Attorney. 22 years experience
(800) 525-6386 1 International Pl
18th Floor
 Boston, MA 02110
Free ConsultationDivorce, Construction, Personal Injury and Workers' Comp
Suffolk University Law School
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Daniel C. Roache
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Boston, MA Divorce Attorney. 31 years experience
(617) 778-1000 529 Main St
#128
 Boston, MA 02129
Free ConsultationDivorce, Arbitration & Mediation and Family
Boston University School of Law
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Cynthia Theresa Runge, Of Counsel
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Boston, MA Divorce Attorney. 26 years experience
(617) 399-8751 171 Milk Street
Suite 400
 Boston, MA 02109
Divorce, Arbitration & Mediation and Family
Whittier Law School
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Cynthia began her legal practice in small law firms where she gained experience in real estate, landlord/tenant and worker's compensation law. She has also been involved in intellectual property matters for several area non-profits including a local museum library. From 2007-2010, Cynthia served as the Coordinator of Court & Divorce Mediation Services at Community Dispute Settlement Center in Cambridge. Since that time, Cynthia's primary focus has been on family law, divorce mediation and juvenile law (care & protection/children requiring assistance matters). Cynthia's objective is to provide compassionate, realistic, and thorough legal representation so her clients transition into the...

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If a person wishes to terminate his or her marriage, he or she may file for a divorce. In a divorce proceeding, the court will terminate the marriage and determine the rights and responsibilities of the divorcing parties regarding child custody, child visitation, child support and spousal support (alimony). The court will also redistribute marital assets.

Depending on where you reside and where your assets are, the division of property can be a very simple or very complex process. Disputes often arise during this phase of a divorce if the two parties disagree as to who should receive which assets or property.

Finding a divorce lawyer who is experienced and reliable can reduce your stress and help you make the best choices possible. A good divorce lawyer should be a problem solver who is skilled at negotiation and possesses a solid trial background. If both parties are open to alternative dispute resolution, such as arbitration or mediation, finding a lawyer experienced in collaborative divorce or divorce mediation would be beneficial.

Divorce lawyers also handle child custody issues, including multi-state and international child custody situations. Some divorce lawyers may be certified by their states as being family law specialists. Certification often requires that a lawyer meet certain experience and educational criteria.

Legal Custody: A parent with legal custody has the right to decide on the child's upbringing, education, and medical care. A court may grant legal custody to one parent (sole legal custody) or both parents (joint legal custody).

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