Melrose Family Lawyers

John Martino is a general practice attorney who is experienced and knowledgeable in many areas of the law. His passion for his work is evident in his strong commitment to his clients. He and his team have a vast experience in many different areas of practice. He regularly provides representation to both individuals and corporations in residential and commercial cases. From family law to real estate and Estate Planning to Probate law, Attorney Martino is as comfortable in the conference room as the courtroom and offers personal attention and care to each and every client. Attorney Martino has successfully managed...

I am a Stoneham-based attorney representing clients from throughout the Greater Boston, Northshore, and Metrowest communities. I am a lifetime resident of Massachusetts and dedicated to serving my local community. I attended the Shawsheen Valley Regional Vocational Technical High School. From there he went on to the University of Massachusetts, Boston and earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Management, with a concentration in Finance. I then earned his Juris Doctorate from the New England School of Law in Boston, now named New England Law | Boston. During law school, I received the New England School of Law Service Award...

After ten years in business herself, Freya Shoffner gave up her search for a good lawyer for her small company and her family and went to law school. Her goal was to build a law firm that could take care of a small business’ every legal need – from the initial brainstorm, through the years of careful tending, to the flood of profits when the benefits are secured for generations to come. She also wanted that firm to give families, in all asset brackets, the best estate planning possible. Freya reached her goal, and now Boston has a law...

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...

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Law Office of Kim-Marie Phelan is located in Revere. We have been providing exceptional legal services to the individuals in Essex, Middlesex, Norfolk and Suffolk County in Massachusetts for more than 28 years. Our main focus is on family law. You can also rely on us to help you with estate planning, business formation and to represent you if you’re a buyer or seller in real estate transactions.

In 1988, Attorney Phelan was licensed to practice law in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Attorney Phelan has more than a quarter century of legal experience. She has developed a...

Ismail Mohammed is a highly experienced criminal defense and immigration attorney based in Boston, Massachusetts. With over 18 years of experience, he has established a reputation for providing top-notch legal services to clients facing serious legal challenges. In 2004, Ismail founded The Law Office of Ismail Mohammed, LLC, with the aim of providing expert legal representation to individuals and families in the Boston area. Since then, he has helped countless clients navigate the complex legal landscape of criminal defense and immigration law, always striving to secure the best possible outcomes for his clients. Ismail is a dedicated and passionate attorney who takes...

Dan Roache has been Of Counsel to the Bellotti Law Group, P.C. for many years. Prior to coming to Bellotti Law Group, he practiced in Boston, Massachusetts. His practice is focused in the area of Family Law. Over the past twenty-five years, Dan has practiced before the Probate Courts of Middlesex, Essex, Suffolk, Norfolk, Plymouth, Barnstable and Worcester counties.

Thoroughly knowledgeable in the family law process, Dan has handled numerous complex family law matters involving contested custody cases, child removal matters, business valuations, support and alimony matters, forensic evaluations and complex tracing issues concerning assets of mixed character. He has tried...

Anna Shapiro, Esq., LLM is a Chief Executive Officer, Owner and Founder of Shapiro Law Group, PC. Anna brings a diverse array of valuable legal, financial and corporate work experience to the firm. She holds an LLM degree in Health Law from Loyola University Chicago, a JD degree from the Massachusetts School of Law, an MBA from Northeastern University, and a BA from University of Massachusetts, Amherst. “Owning my own business and being an attorney is actually my passion, as I absolutely love what I do. The most important thing that I always tell all of our clients is that all of...

I transitioned to divorce and family law after 15+ years working in accounting and operations for start-up technology companies. I strongly believe lawyers overlook the client experience and often force clients to work their way instead of the best way for the client. I try to look at everything from the client's perspective and make every effort to make things as easy as possible for them. I strongly believe the best way to resolve disputes is through direct communication with the other party. The court system should be the last resort, and we have no problem advising clients that they are...

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

Nearly 45 years ago Joseph F. O'Neil opened up his law office to countless immigrants in the Greater Boston Area. O'Neil's mission to help people navigate the U.S. immigration system, remains the driving force behind O'Neil Hauser Mansfield, P.C. today. After over a decade of experience working with O'Neil, I took over as president of the firm in 2008. We continue to follow our founder's tradition, while adapting to the ever-changing face of the American immigrant. As president of O'Neil Hauser Mansfield, P.C., I supervise a skilled team of immigration lawyers and paralegals as we represent both individuals and corporations...

As a third generation lawyer, John S. Tangusso is proud to continue a legacy of more than 100 years of legal excellence, started by his grandfather, Sebastian Tangusso, who began practicing law in Boston in 1913 and was joined by John’s father, Joseph, in 1952. John joined his father in 1983 and they practiced together for 21 years until his father’s retirement in 2004. Attorney Tangusso has practiced in every court in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts including the District Court, Superior Court, Probate Court, Land Court, Appellate Court, Massachusetts Supreme Court and U.S. District Court. Over the course...

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...

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.

Attorney Kevin Seaver has been a trusted, experienced Lawyer since 1991 and is recognized for successfully protecting and defending his clients against the Department of Children and Families. Located in Boston, Massachusetts, the Law Office of Kevin Seaver successfully defends clients from all over the state of Massachusetts. Kevin Seaver has represented over 1000 families in and out of court and has experience in litigation, negotiation, and trial court. Kevin Seaver's prolific record in trials has earned him a distinguished reputation and was subsequently recognized by the New York Times as a Distinguished Lawyer for his contributions to Law in...

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...

Attorney Nicholas J. LaFountain has extensive experience litigating and negotiating civil disputes of many types. He has been successfully representing clients in the courtroom since 2004. As an attorney his negotiating experience, knowledge of the law, and familiarity with the court system help him achieve favorable results for his clients both inside and outside of the court room. Prior to becoming a lawyer, Attorney LaFountain was also trained in how to mediate cases, and he is a current member of the Massachusetts Council on Family Mediation. In addition to practicing law, he also uses his mediation training and family law...

Attorney Julie Lamkin earned her J.D. at the Massachusetts School of Law in Andover and was admitted to the Massachusetts Bar in 2010. Julie is a Massachusetts native and earned her bachelors degree from Suffolk University in 2006, graduating magna cum laude. Before joining Jeffrey Glassman Injury Lawyers, Julie owned her own practice focusing primarily in the areas of family law and estate planning. Julie also volunteered at the Lawyer for the Day Program in Essex County, offering free legal advice to indigent individuals. At Jeffrey Glassman Injury Lawyers, Julie enjoys working with different clients every day and strives to provide each...

Practice limited to divorce, family law and divorce mediation.

Miriam G. Altman concentrates her legal practice in divorce and family law matters. Following her admission to the Massachusetts Bar in 1985, she represented individuals in matrimonial law cases and civil litigation at the Boston law firm of Sherburne, Powers & Needham, PC, now known as Holland & Knight, LLP. As a partner, she served as chair of the firm’s family law department. In 2002, she established the predecessor firm to Law Offices of Miriam G. Altman, PC, in Lexington, MA.

Born in Boston, Massachusetts, Ms. Altman received a BA from Barnard College, magna cum laude, and a JD degree, cum...

Attorney Mansfield serves as a Managing Attorney at O'Neil Hauser Mansfield, P.C. He is a graduate of Suffolk University Law School and has been practicing in the field of immigration for the past 13 years. He specializes in adjustment of status, naturalization, provisional waivers of inadmissibility and other waivers of inadmissibility. He also frequently represents clients filing asylum, affirmative and defensive, both before USCIS and the Immigration Court. He is an expert in drafting motions to reopen and other motion practice, withholding of removal, cancellation of removal, both lawful permanent residents and non-lawful permanent residents, challenging charges of removability, marital...

Barbra I. Black has been practicing law for over twenty five years and is a founding member and the managing partner of Black, Vitelli & Pennock, LLC. Attorney Black was a former partner at the Boston, MA law firm of Burns & Levinson, LLP, where she practiced for over eight years in the firm's Divorce and Family Law group. Prior to that, she was a solo practitioner for several years, focusing her practice in the area of domestic relations litigation.

Attorney Black concentrates her practice in the areas of divorce & family law in both Massachusetts and New Hampshire. Attorney Black...

Peri brings a unique set of qualities to her law practice as she pursued her law degree after raising two children and working in a family business as a Comptroller. She is a strong believer that her life experiences coupled with her financial background play an important role in advocating for her clients. Peri devotes a high level of personal attention and detail to each of her clients and understands that not all domestic relation issues occur between 9 and 5. Peri specializes in divorce, custody, child support, alimony, property division, prenuptial and postnuptial agreements, restraining orders and abuse protection...

I practice divorce, family law and child welfare law in the greater Boston area. My goal is to assist both men and women in divorce, child custody and support proceedings and paternity, in addition to modifications that arise post judgement. I have extensive experience working with victims in court, particularly women and children who were physically or sexually abused. Most victims want an attorney who "just gets it," and it has been my experience than many do not "get it" nor do they feel comfortable representing or relating to clients with a domestic violence component to their case. Family...

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...

Teresa Reade is the principal and founder of Reade Law Firm, PC.  Teresa’s practice focuses on helping people through some of the most difficult times in their lives and changes to their family, including divorce, custody, support and alimony, complex property division, and business and property valuations. Originally from Wyoming, Teresa attended the University of Wyoming, obtaining a Bachelor of Arts in in Administration of Justice before moving to California to attend Pepperdine University, School of Law, where she focused on litigation and trial practice.  Teresa received her Juris Doctorate degree in 2000 and began practicing in Los Angeles and Orange...

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. Located in Cambridge, MA. www.popovitchlaw.com 617-863-7847

Chris is the founding partner and principal of Vaughn-Martel Law. He received his Bachelor of Arts from Marist College in Poughkeepsie, New York, and his Juris Doctor from Suffolk University Law School in Boston, Massachusetts. Prior to founding Vaughn-Martel Law in 2006, Chris worked as a Clerk and First Year Associate for a small real estate firm on Boston's South Shore. Chris is currently admitted to practice in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. He is an active member of the American Bar Association, Massachusetts Bar Association, Boston Bar Association, as well as the Massachusetts Lesbian and Gay Bar Association. He serves as...

Attorney Joe Serpa is a criminal and civil trial attorney located in Boston with a winning record in the trial courts of Massachusetts. With an innovative and assertive approach to the law, Attorney Serpa has successfully defended his clients in serious felony prosecutions charging murder to sexual assault to operating under the influence of alcohol (DWI / OUI). He has consistently tried cases to acquittal before juries in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Attorney Serpa's clients have been found not guilty in ninety percent of those trials over nearly two decades. ...

Attorney Gina Ghioldi is the founding partner of The Law Office of Gina M. Ghioldi, P.C., a boutique family law firm located in Lexington, Massachusetts. She is a graduate of Simmons College and Suffolk University Law School. Gina is licensed to practice law in Massachusetts and the District of Columbia. Gina manages the firm and works very closely with Attorney Rebecca Ryan on all the firm’s cases. She is also a trained mediator guiding people to resolution on all family-related matters such as divorce, paternity, post-divorce modifications (custody/parenting/relocation/child support/alimony) and disputes regarding care of elderly parents, disabled family members and family...