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Amanda is a skilled litigator, trained mediator, and is certified in the Collaborative Law Process, focusing her practice on all areas of family law and probate litigation. Amanda firmly believes that the court is a tool rather than a weapon.  Putting contested issues before a judge for feedback while moving the case forward procedurally often allows clients to amicably resolve their disputes and move forward without a full trial.  Amanda is results oriented, always striving to get her clients a durable agreement whenever possible.. Amanda currently serves as a peer mentor at the Justice Bridge Legal Center, a nonprofit organization which focuses on providing affordable legal services and access to justice for those not otherwise served by the overtaxed legal aid system. Amanda is proud to have worked with Justice Bridge since the organization opened its doors in 2014, first as an attorney accepting referrals from the organization and later as a mentor to other attorneys.. Amanda is proud to have been selected for the Massachusetts Bar Association’s Leadership Academy program for the 2017-2018 year.

Actively involved in the Association of Family and Conciliation Courts (“AFCC”), an international interdisciplinary organization of lawyers, judges and mental-health professionals dedicated to improving the court process for children. Actively involved with the Massachusetts Chapter of AFCC, a past President of the Massachusetts Chapter (2008-2009), Treasurer (2009-2012), and a board member (2004 – 2012). Member of the Massachusetts Bar Association’s Family Law Section and is currently serving as a member of “A Child’s Voice” Task Force, being run through the office of the Chief Justice of the Probate and Family Court.  A member of Massachusetts Council on Family Mediation.