Needham Lawyers

With the firm since May of 2009, Attorney Keleher works with clients to resolve legal disputes both in court as a civil litigator and also through collaborative law. In collaborative law, the parties, represented by attorneys, communicate and negotiate directly with each other, without court intervention, to achieve their objectives. Attorney Keleher’s litigation and collaborative practice largely mirrors the transactional practice areas of the firm (trusts and estates, real estate, and business). In addition, Attorney Keleher practices in the areas of insurance coverage, employment, personal injury, bankruptcy, and municipal law. Attorney Profile: http://www.beliveaulaw.net/our-team/attorney-daniel-w-keleher/

Julie McQuade Ladimer is not your average estate planning attorney. Her mission is to help as many people as possible avoid the Probate Courts; why make a difficult situation even more stressful by getting courts involved in your estate? She is able to break down the difficult process and educate her clients on how to set themselves and their families up for smooth transitions. She does this by bringing vibrance and wit to the table which helps her clients to relax during the meeting. Her clients leave their meetings feeling empowered and relieved. Julie considers...

If you have been charged with a crime of some kind, you need to know where you can find the aggressive defense you need. At Russell Defense Firm, you can have confidence that your case rests in competent and reliable hands, because a Brighton criminal defense lawyer here has a proven reputation. Attorney Russell has supported many others who are facing criminal charges, and he is prepared to fight for you throughout your entire case. He obtained his Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Southern Maine and his Juris Doctorate at Thomas M. Cooley. He has been admitted...

General practice of law, concentrating on individuals and small business.

I have been enjoying the practice of law for 25 years. Probate and Estate Planning are my choice areas, where I find the most meaning in my practice. I assisted the executor with probating my first estate back in 1994. It was challenging. The Probate Court had a hefty estate recovery Lien on the file for past medical care, which had to be negotiated and paid off. There was also income from a personal injury case that had to be resolved, at which time I learned about the favorable tax laws as to income...

DangerLaw, LLC is a law firm specializing in affairs of the heart. Located in Newton, Massachusetts, we specialize in divorce law, custody, estate planning, post-death estate administration, and guardianship. We often see the best people at the hardest moments of their lives. As a result, we plan for the unexpected so that we can help protect your and your family's assets. We support you to put your family first. We work hard to make sure your children experience an optimal transition with as little stress as possible during challenging times. And we help put your mind at ease during the...

Brian J. McLaughlin Brian J. McLaughlin is a strong, compassionate, and adaptive lawyer and practices in the areas of family law, divorce, real estate, special education law, disability law, and both unemployment and veterans benefits. He uses his experience with mediation and collaborative law to give the best legal advice to his clients. Brian zealously represents his clients, researching all possible legal issues to their fullest extent. Brian is currently undergoing CASA volunteer training, as he will become appointed by the Court to write briefs to help judges determine the best interest of the child. Brian is a part of the Child...

Attorney Hart joined the firm in 2008. Ms. Hart practices in the areas of estate planning and real estate. She has represented numerous lending institutions and mortgage lenders as well as private individuals. Ms. Hart has advised developers, purchasers, and sellers in connection with various aspects of real estate transactions. She is a title agent for Commonwealth Land America Title Insurance Company. Ms. Hart is proficient in the Cantonese language. Prior to joining the firm, Attorney Hart was an associate at Brecher, Wyner, Simons, Fox & Bolan, LLP (BWSF&B) in Newton, MA. Prior to BWSF&B, Ms. Hart was an associate with...

David M. Beliveau, Esq., CPA is the founder of the Law Office of David M. Beliveau, LLC ("Beliveau Law Office") with offices in Naples, Florida, Waltham, Massachusetts and Salem, New Hampshire. Attorney Beliveau represents both individuals and businesses. He has clients in Florida, Massachusetts, and New Hampshire. Attorney Beliveau has been named a "Massachusetts Rising Star" by the publishers of Boston Magazine and Law and Politics Magazine. The distinction, awarded to less than five percent (5%) of all Massachusetts lawyers, was based on ballots cast by Massachusetts attorneys, asking them to identify the best lawyers, under the age...

Attorney Sarah Vitelli dedicates her entire practice to Immigration Law. Her practice focuses on family-based petitions (spouse, fiance, child, parent, sibling), work-related nonimmigrant visas (H-1B, TN, O-1A, O-1B, P, etc.), PERM/employment-based immigrant processing, citizenship, asylum, and representation in deportation/removal hearings. Attorney Vitelli also handles DACA applications, and I-601A provisional unlawful presence waivers. She is an advocate for immigration reform and is an active member of American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA), serving as co-chair of the New Members Division for two years. Since 2013 Attorney Vitelli has been named a Super Lawyer Rising Star every year for her work in Immigration...

Marisa A. McCaul, Esq. is an expert in representing buyers, sellers and lenders in the acquisition, sale and financing of real estate from start to finish. This includes, but is not limited to, residential lending, commercial lending, purchase and sale negotiation, settlement, title, escrow and the closing process. Marisa obtained her Bachelor of Science Degree in Criminal Justice from Northeastern University in 2011 with a minor in Psychology. She then obtained a Certificate in Paralegal Studies from Middlesex Community College in Bedford, Massachusetts before obtaining her Juris Doctor from Suffolk University School of Law in 2015. Throughout her journey, she...

Martin Murphy was admitted to the Massachusetts Bar in 1993. He currently serves on the MWI Boston Municipal & District Court Mediation Panel. He is a member of the ABA Section of Dispute Resolution Collaborative Law Committee and Mediation Committee. Marty brings his widespread experience in family business to his work with clients. He has an extensive background in business operations, management and ownership structures. He was a second-generation executive in his own family’s business and has held key positions in other closely held and family owned businesses. For more than 15 years he has provided...

Attorney Cynthia E. MacCausland is passionate about the law and committed to providing excellent service to her clients. She believes in honest risk assessment, clear advice, and smart strategies. Cynthia is a Boston based family law and child welfare lawyer. She represents clients in the Probate and Family, Juvenile, and District Court Departments. She is passionate about the law and committed to providing excellent client service. Cynthia enhances access to legal representation to all clients by providing flat fee services through the Limited Assistance Representation (LAR) model. Cynthia’s approach to alternative fee agreements and service models are unique...

In-house counsel handling title insurance and escrow matters through litigation.

A native of Massachusetts, Matthew grew up in Mashpee on Cape Cod. With Kelsey & Trask, P.C., Matthew practices primarily in the area of bankruptcy, and business and civil litigation, and also handles cases involving family law, personal injury, debt collection, and conflict resolution both through the courts and through settlement. Prior to his admission to the bar, Matthew served 8 years in the United States Marine Corps, including service in Operation Enduring Freedom following the events of September 11, 2001. During his military service, Matthew received multiple awards, including two awards of the Navy and the Marine Corps Achievement...

At Steinbrecher Legal, I offer comprehensive legal solutions for individuals and businesses, blending a passion for practical problem-solving with a deep understanding of the digital landscape. My practice focuses on personal injury, small business law, and traffic matters, all approached with a client-centered, results-driven philosophy. My personal journey fuels my dedication to personal injury law. Having experienced the aftermath of a motorcycle accident caused by a negligent driver, I understand the physical, emotional, and financial burdens my clients face. This firsthand experience empowers me to advocate fiercely for their rights and secure the compensation they deserve. Beyond the courtroom, my background in...

Attorney Carolyn Hunt is a founding partner of Workplace Justice Law Group LLC. She is a Massachusetts employment law attorney and litigator. Attorney Hunt represents clients in many types of employment law situations and matters, specializing in unemployment benefits. She also works with clients on workplace discrimination issues, leave requests and denials, whistleblower claims, retaliation claims, and wage and hour matters. She also assists clients with severance negotiations and reviews employment contracts and severance agreements. She has deep expertise with Massachusetts unemployment claims and issues. Attorney Hunt worked for 11 years in different roles for the Massachusetts...

Former Assistant District Attorney
Middlesex County

Former EEOC Title Vll Attorney/Trainer
Seyfarth Shaw/Chicago Office

Law Professor, Criminal Justice/Legal Studies
Director, Academic Law Center
Newbury College, Brookline, MA