West Warren Lawyers

Joe Kropp is a Massachusetts probate litigation attorney who concentrates his practice in probate litigation and civil litigation. Joesph focuses his practice on probate litigation and includes will contests, trust and estates disputes, contested guardianship and conservatorships, representing trustees and other fiduciaries, beneficiaries and heirs. He also has extensive experience advising and representing individual and corporate clients in a wide range of civil cases, including business, contract, employment, partnership and real estate. Joe has successfully tried numerous cases in the Probate and Superior Courts of Massachusetts. He has won appeals in both the Massachusetts Appeals Court and the Supreme...

Patrice specializes exclusively in family dispute resolution, including Mediation and Collaborative Law. She is committed to client-centered approaches, based on the preservation and fostering of dignity for all involved. She is a leader in the Massachusetts dispute resolution community, serving as Vice President of Education and Training for the Massachusetts Collaborative Law Council. Patrice presents and organizes advanced trainings and workshops on several practice skills topics, including: Best Practices for Virtual Mediation/Collaborative Process, Effective Notetaking in Collaborative Law Cases, The Role Dignity in Dispute Resolution, and The Reality and Challenges of Addiction in Divorce Cases.

I have been a practicing attorney for over 43 years. I concentrate in all matters relating to real estate, representing buyers, sellers, mortgage lenders, builders and developers. Our firm also handles estate planning, trusts and estate administration and business law.

Sheara Friend’s family law practice is built upon her reputation as a fierce advocate for individuals and families. A seasoned courtroom champion, Sheara has devoted over thirty years to the practice of family law, including all aspects of divorce and separation, complaints for contempt and modification, and appeals. She is well-versed in high net-worth divorces, mediation, and collaborative law. Sheara has experience in all aspects of family law, including parenting plans, contested custody matters, out-of-state removal, estrangement, alienation, children’s rights, parental rights, child support, paternity, alimony/spousal support, domestic violence, restraining orders, neglect and abuse. Her practice also includes...

John O’Connell is a lawyer, Commercial Pilot (Single-Multi Engine Land and Sea with Instrument Rating) and an experienced scuba diver (certified advanced open water) who has been litigating general aviation cases, scuba diving, personal injury and complex product liability cases for the past thirty five years. He is a passionate advocate and nationally recognized as a member of the American Board of Trial Advocates, Academy of Truck Accident Attorneys, Lawyers of Distinction, Top American Lawyers, The National Top 100 Trial Lawyers, Trial Masters, Keenan Trial Institute – Master’s Graduate, and is a verified Multi-Million Dollar Advocate.

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Wellesley, MA lawyer, Attorney Jonathan Fields has more than 17 years experience representing clients with a high level of personal care and professionalism. His approach to the complex area of family law is innovative, compassionate and geared to the best interests of his clients. Mr. Fields serves on the executive board of the Massachusetts Council of Family Mediation. In addition, he co-chairs the Nominating Committee for the Massachusetts Council of Family Mediation. Website: http://www.FieldsDennis.com

With a genuine passion for real estate law, probate law, estate planning, and business law, I go the extra yard to provide clients with exceptional service. Whether navigating complex real estate transactions, handling sensitive probate matters, or offering strategic business guidance, I combine expertise and compassion to deliver the best possible outcomes. I understand the importance of personalized solutions and proactive communication, ensuring clients feel supported and informed throughout the process. Trust me to be your dedicated legal partner, committed to exceeding expectations and providing the highest level of work in every case.

Attorney Kate Lebeaux is the managing attorney at Carter Law Group. After completing her undergraduate studies at Bowdoin College, Kate spent two years teaching English to school children in Madrid, Spain. Upon return to the U.S., Kate began her legal career working as a paralegal at an immigration law firm. She attended Boston University Law School where she volunteered at multiple immigration service organizations and as a law clerk at the Boston Immigration Court. After passing the bar, she joined McHaffey & Nice until 2022 when she joined Fletcher Tilton, P.C. as an Associate Attorney. In 2024 Attorney Lebeaux assisted Attorney...

Craig C. Stern is a founding partner of Rodriguez Stern, and focuses on the firm’s civil, corporate, and estate planning practice. He has extensive experience representing individuals and businesses in all matters of litigation, including negligence and workers’ compensation claims, as well as forming corporations and limited liability entities, drafting contracts, and advising on general corporate matters. Attorney Stern is also highly experienced working with financial service professionals, including accountants and financial advisors, and assists their clients by drafting wills, trusts, and handling general estate planning matters. Prior to Rodriguez Stern, Attorney Stern worked as Corporate Counsel in the...

Over 30 years of experience as a practicing attorney.

John Fink is Westboro based Attorney focusing his practice on consumer protection legal representation and wage and hour employment law. He has worked on a wide range of employment and consumer cases. John Fink received his Juris Doctorate with Honors from the University of Minnesota in the spring of 2011.

Stephen Spelman is an experienced civil and criminal trial attorney. Stephen served as an Assistant District Attorney in the Homicide Unit of the Hampden County District Attorney's Office. He has tried more than 200 cases in state and federal court. Stephen served as a JAG Colonel in the Army Reserve, including two tours in Iraq and one tour as the senior criminal defense attorney for the Army, supervising court martial defense world-wide.

Cherie L. McKenna, Esq. is the sole proprietor of the Law Office of Cherie L. McKenna, in Springfield, Massachusetts, where she practices all aspects of family law and provides mediation services in Hampden, Hampshire, Franklin and Berkshire Counties. Over one-third of Cherie’s practice is devoted to mediation services, as she enjoys assisting clients to resolution of their differences. Practicing for over 20 years with extensive experience in divorce and family law as well as civil litigation, insurance defense, appellate litigation and criminal defense, Cherie is dedicated to advocating for her clients and working to achieve successful resolution...

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Attorney Helena S. Friedman practices law in Massachusetts and Connecticut.
She received a Bachelors of Arts Degree in Sociology from the University of Massachusetts and a Juris Doctor Degree from Western New England School of Law. She has been licensed to practice law in Massachusetts since 1985 and in Connecticut since 1993. Also admitted to the United States District Court, The United States Court of Appeals and the Supreme Court of the United States of America, Attorney Friedman is able to provide a broad range of legal services.

With offices located in downtown Springfield, access to her office is easy and convenient....

Attorney Peter Ventura was born, grew up, and lives in Worcester, MA. He is a graduate of Holy Name High School, Assumption College, and The New England School of Law in Boston. At Assumption College, Attorney Ventura graduated Magna Cum Laude and majored in Politics and had a minor in English. At The New England School of Law, he was the recipient of the American Jurisprudence Award in Family Law, and his studies concentrated on litigation and trial practice. Former Assistant District Attorney, Worcester County He is a former Assistant District Attorney in Worcester County (1982 to 1985) where he prosecuted felony and...

Maegan L. Hurley, Esquire, is admitted to practice law in Massachusetts and in the U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts. Attorney Hurley is a graduate of Simmons College and Suffolk University Law School, where she received Pro Bono Honors. Attorney Hurley has experience helping lower income individuals through her work as a student attorney at Suffolk Law's Housing Clinic and as a coordinator for "No One Leaves", which is a grassroots resource that offers legal information and resources to families facing post-foreclosure eviction. She is a member of the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys, American Bankruptcy Institute...

As a skilled family law practitioner, Mary Beth is passionate about her work and cares deeply about her clients. This reflects in everything she does.
In family law, probate law and bankruptcy, having an attorney who cares enough to work hard and fight for your best interests makes all the difference.

We are a small firm in Worcester, MA dedicated to fighting for our clients and bringing close personal attention to their cases and needs. We handle criminal cases, personal injury cases, consumer protection, evictions, and other areas of civil litigation. We also have an active appellate practice, pursuing criminal and civil appeals in Massachusetts and other forms of post-conviction relief. Attorney Gerace spent 17 years teaching before he became a lawyer, which taught him the value of clear, precise speaking and writing.

Attorney Jolee E. Vacchi is a respected, experienced, and compassionate family law practitioner licensed in both Massachusetts and Rhode Island. She is the founding attorney of Foundations Family Law & Mediation Center based out of Worcester, MA. While being an empowering and calming presence for her clients, Jolee also has the uncanny ability to transform into a zealous and compelling legal advocate when the occasion calls for it. Once dubbed “The Weapon” by an opposing party in a divorce case, one of her favorite sayings is: “Underestimate Me– That Will Be Fun.” Jolee emphatically believes that the best outcomes for families...

Darren Griffis focuses his litigation practice on criminal defense and criminal appeals in both state and federal courts throughout Massachusetts. Darren is admitted in Massachusetts state courts, in the federal District of Massachusetts, and in the First Circuit Court of Appeals. Prior to joining his current firm, Darren worked at another firm in Worcester where he focused exclusively on criminal defense and Title IX cases. He also previously worked as an Assistant Public Defender with the Rhode Island Office of the Public Defender. His legal expertise, insight, and analytical skills resulted in victories or reduced sanctions for his clients in...

Brian E. Murphy focuses his practice on criminal defense in the district, superior, and federal courts. Mr. Murphy has spent his entire career focused on defending those accused of crime and advocating for them both in Court and in the various administrative proceedings that often accompany prosecutions. Mr. Murphy graduated from the College of the Holy Cross in Worcester and from Columbia Law School where he was a James Kent Scholar and the Editor-in-Chief of the Columbia Human Rights Law Review. Mr. Murphy is a member of the Boston Bar Association, the Massachusetts Bar Association, the Massachusetts Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers,...

Attorney White spent 14 years working as a prosecutor in three of the busiest district attorney's offices in Massachusetts where he prosecuted over 1000 criminal cases in the District and Superior Courts including first degree murder cases. Attorney White went on to serve as both General Counsel at the Massachusetts Department of Industrial Accidents and the Department of Labor. He then received a presidential appointment to work as Senior Attorney Advisor to the Solicitor at the U.S. Department of Labor in Washington, D.C. In 2009 he returned to Massachusetts where he opened his own firm. The focus of his practice...

Assisting Worcester and the surrounding areas of divorce, real estate, and business litigation, Attorney Larry is especially committed to helping families through a variety of complex family law issues, using intuitive and professional techniques to achieve clients’ goals.

Attorney Peter Paulousky joined the firm in January 2004. He is a 1992 graduate of New England School of Law, a 1978 graduate of Bryant College and received his MBA from Bryant School of Business in 1984. Mr. Paulousky practices in the area of litigation, representing companies and individuals in complex matters. He also represents individuals in divorce proceedings, probate litigation and select criminal matters. Mr. Paulousky, who is licensed to practice in both Massachusetts and Florida, is a former Assistant Attorney General for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and an Assistant State Attorney in the Dade County (Florida) State Attorneyâs Office. Profile: http://www.dcdclaw.com/attorneys/paulousky/

DAVID B. MADOFF (madoff@mandkllp.com) previously practiced with the New York law firm of HughesHubbard & Reed and was a partner of Cohn Khoury Madoff & Whitesell LLP in Boston. He received his B.A. in 1985 from Columbia University and his J.D. in 1988 from Boston University School of Law, where he served as an editor of the Boston University Law Review. Mr. Madoff has lectured frequently and written articles for Massachusetts Continuing Legal Education and other associations in the area of bankruptcy and bankruptcy litigation. He has served since 1997 on the panel of Chapter 7 trustees...

Criminal, personal injury and general litigation practice since 1977. Peer review AV rated by Martindale-Hubbell. Teacher in Harvard Law School Trial Advocacy program. Fee arbitrator, Massachusetts Bar Association. Past Chair, Clients' Security Board of the Supreme JudicialCourt. Admitted to practice in MA, NH and NJ. Website: www.concordmasslaw.com

Attorney Marc J. Levy is hardworking, knowledgeable, and experienced in many practice areas of law with a focus being in Personal Injury, Employment, and Workers Compensation matters. Attorney Levy is a skilled negotiator and someone you want on your side. He will fight to get what is just and deserving for you as his client. For more, visit: http://www.marclevyesq.com/

Arnold & Kangas, P.C. is a full-service law firm with offices in the historic Damonmill Square building in Concord, Massachusetts. Since Thomas B. Arnold and Jeanne S. Kangas founded our law firm in 1984, we have prided ourselves on delivering superior, cost-effective legal services to clients in Middlesex County. While we do not handle every type of case, we have experience and are knowledgeable about the types of cases we do handle, such as Probate & Family Court cases, criminal defense, estate planning, and general civil litigation. As a result of the firm's expertise and success, it has been awarded an...

Attorney Michael P. Doherty concentrates his practice in the area of representing businesses and individuals in business and litigation matters. He has represented clients in the negotiation, formation and dissolution of various types of business and employment relationships. Mr. Doherty’s experience encompasses litigation in the Appeals Court, Superior Court, Land Court and Probate and Family Court concerning construction, business, land, employment, family, will and trust disputes. Mr. Doherty is a 1987 cum laude graduate of Boston College Law School. Upon graduation, he accepted a judicial clerkship with the Justices of Massachusetts Superior Court. Mr. Doherty has served as a fiduciary and...