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Woodacre Law Group is a boutique law practice, maintaining offices in Wellesley and Mattapoisett, concentrating in all areas of family law includting litigation.. Attorney Woodacre is a Certified Discovery and Special Master. She is also a parenting coordinator, certified mediator, specializing in elder matters, marital mediation and divorce and is a member of the American, Massachusetts, and Norfolk Bar Associations. She is a Lifetime Memnber of the Massachusetts, and Nortfolk Bar Associations. She is a Lifetime member of the Massachusetts Bar Foundation.

Stephen Gordon has been practicing in the litigation and bankruptcy areas for over forty years and has gained widespread recognition for his representation of clients in a number of high profile cases. In addition to these highly publicized representations, Stephen Gordon has represented a myriad of equally important clients with matters involving legal and contractual disputes of all kinds, bank and creditor matters, workouts, business reorganizations and bankruptcy. In each case every attempt is made to avoid having the need to resort to the courts or defend court proceedings, but Stephen Gordon is prepared and equipped to do so whenever necessary.. Massachusetts Super Lawyer recognition. Stephen Gordon has been recognized as a Massachusetts Super Lawyer in a poll published by Boston Magazine every year since its inception.. Practice Areas:. Admitted:. Law School:. College:. Military:

Sonja B. Selami, founder of the Law Offices of Sonja B. Selami, P.C., has over 20 years of combined legal experience, with a significant portion dedicated to real estate law. Having initiated her own practice in 2006, she has successfully built a team of skilled attorneys to serve her clients' diverse needs.. Ms. Selami, originally from Albania, graduated with top honors from the Faculty of Law, University of Tirana, distinguishing herself as one of the youngest licensed attorneys in her city. In 1996, she relocated to Boston, where she excelled academically, eventually graduating from the New England Law | Boston. It was during this period that she began to focus on real estate matters.. Drawing inspiration and knowledge from other successful attorneys in the area, Ms. Selami started working closely with home buyers, lenders, sellers and various real estate entities, gaining valuable experience in a wide array of real estate transactions. Since being welcomed by the Massachusetts Bar Association, she has assisted thousands of clients, establishing a solid reputation within the legal community.. Ms. Selami continues to lead her team of experienced attorneys from their company headquarters in Wellesley, Massachusetts. Under her leadership, the firm has become known for its client-centric approach and commitment to achieving successful outcomes in real estate dealings.. In terms of professional affiliations, Ms. Selami’s licensure extends across several states, including Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New York and Vermont. This extensive range allows her to serve a diverse clientele, offering legal services that meet high standards of professionalism and integrity.

Sandy Furman has over 34 years of experience serving clients in the area of divorce and family law. Sandy is an experienced trial lawyer who can assist you in Court, but who also offers collaborative law and mediation to his clients.  He cares about the people he serves and will be a strong advocate for all of your legal needs.

Regina Snow Mandl has over 27 years of experience specializing in family law, estate planning and probate administration, and probate litigation. The focus of her career has been to strive for excellence in the delivery of personal law services to individuals and families. While fully prepared to go to court when necessary, she believes that most matters can be resolved through settlement be it through the traditional structure of negotiation with independent counsel, or a form of alternative dispute resolution, such as mediation or collaborative law.

Practice focusing on Enforcement of Judgments (MA, sister-state and international), commercial collections and business litigation.  Professional Fee Disputes.  Contract Disputes and Negotiations.  Defense of Claims including credit card debts and other debt related claims.  Unfair and Deceptive Trade Practices.   Special counsel in complex collection matters.. With over 25 years experience, I seek to achieve my client's aims as efficiently and effectively as possible.  I litigate in the Massachusetts State Courts and in Federal Court.  At the outset, I assess the collectibilty of all claims and proceed accordingly.  In the proper case, i will apply for prejudgment remedies, such as bank account attachments, real estate attachments, actions to reach and apply (e.g. a debt owed to the debtor) and special attachments (e.g where property is held in trust).. I believe it is important to treat each client with respect and I pay careful attention to the progress of all of my cases.  I am accessible and responsive.  I strive to uphold a high level of honesty and integrity in all of my dealings with clients and opposing counsel.. When necessary, I collaborate with lawyers in other jurisdictions and with lawyers who have other areas of expertise, such as real estate, chap 11 (reorganization) bankruptcy,  I also manage collection portfolios for commercial clients.

My practice concentrates in real estate, corporate, trust and estate, and personal injury law.  I possess extensive experience in both commercial and residential real estate transactions and condominium conversions, as well as corporate law, business formation, business mergers and acquisitions, estate planning, and trust and estate matters.  In addition, I am counsel to several privately held entities in various industries (such as retail stores, restaurants, transportation companies, personal service companies and medical care providers). I am an elected Town Meeting Member in Natick, Massachusetts, and am a member of the Board of the Natick Affordable Housing Trust.  I previously served for two years as a member of the Brookline, Massachusetts Economic Development Board, a twelve-member board responsible for advising the Town Selectmen regarding business, real estate and economic development matters.  I am a member of Bet Tzedek, a program that provides pro bono legal assistance through Jewish Family and Children's Service.  I am a certified title agent of Commonwealth Land Title Insurance Company, and a member of both the Massachusetts Bar Association and the Real Estate Bar Association of Massachusetts.

My main area of practice includes all aspects of Family Law, including divorce, custody, modifications and litigation.   I treat each case as if it were my own and focus on getting the best possible results for my clients.  My background includes  graduation from Framingham State University, cum laude, with a bachelor of arts degree.  I next attended the University of Pennsylvania for graduate studies.  I then attended New England School of Law, where I received my Juris Doctorate, cum laude,  in 1989.  I was awarded New England scholar status. Recognizing the need to give each case individual attention I co-founded my law firm Karpenski & Schmelkin, LLC, where we give every case our individual attention and priority.

Mr. Fields believes that while the law is always critical in a family law case, his experience has taught him that most of the time it is the psychodynamics of the parties and counsel that determine whether and how a case settles.  That is why process is so critical to resolution — and why choosing the right “container” is vital.  Put another way: “getting there” is important but the way you get there is just as important.  Mediation may work for some clients.  Collaborative Law may work for others.  Sometimes, a more traditional representation or litigation is appropriate.  Often, there may be a creative combination of processes that will suit a certain dynamic.

Maria is an experienced attorney advising clients on commercial real estate transactions, including acquisitions, foreclosures, zoning, leasing, and environmental law. She also has extensive experience with residential conveyancing, title matters, and condominium law, and advises with respect to taxation, employment matters and estate planning. Prior to attending law school, Maria served as a manager for a Fortune 500 company providing critical services to clients such as Network Associates, San Disk Corporation, Abbott Laboratories, Home Depot, Microsoft and MacAfee, Inc. She also worked as a human resource specialist for a biotechnology company and has also served as part of the labor arbitration team for police union Local 141.Maria earned a Juris Doctorate degree from Northeastern University School of Law in 2004, a Masters of Science degree from Michigan State University and a Bachelors of Arts degree from California State University. She is a member of the American Bar Association and the Massachusetts Bar Association, and is the Co-Chair of the Co-Op Committee of the Northeastern University School of Law Alumni/ae Board.Maria previously worked as an attorney at Mirick, O'Connell, DeMallie & Lougee LLP in Worcester and at Goodwin Procter LLP in Boston. During law school, she worked as a law clerk at the Massachusetts Department of Revenue and the Employment Division of Greater Boston Legal Services.

Marc has extensive experiece in all spects of Divorce and Family Law matters, including prenuptial agreements, high conflict custody and parenting plan issues, division of assets and liabilities, child support, alimony, modifications, and contempts. Whether in negotiations or in the courtroom, Marc zealously advocates for his client's interests. Marc pays close attention to the financial issues that are often present in a divorce such as division of retirement, investment, pension, and other bank or brokerage accounts, as well as interests in stock option plans, small business and trusts. When issues of alimony, child support and/or division of assets/liabilities are present in a case, Marc pays attention to the potential tax effects that may be present. When child custody and parenting plan issues are present, Marc provides valuable advice after consideration of his client's interests and the best interest of the child involved.. Marc handles Divorce and Family Law matters all over Massachusetts with a focus in Norfolk, Middlesex, Plymouth, and Worcester  Counties. Marc works with a handful of professionals such as real estate brokers, financial planners, CPA's, mortgage brokers, and insurance brokers, that compliment issues that may be present in his client's case.

Lisa has extensive experience in all aspects of domestic relations practice, including pre-nuptial agreements, custody and paternity issues, divorce, legal separation, modifications, contempt and equity actions and guardianships. Whether in negotiations or at trial, Lisa pays particular attention to accurate analysis and valuation of the myriad of assets and financial interests often at stake in a divorce, whether they are business interests, various investments, stock options, or pension and profit-sharing plans, and considers the tax consequences both of dividing assets and establishing support obligations. Lisa has developed a network of professionals with whom she works closely and who provide specialized assistance in these areas.

KIMBERLEY J. JOYCE, ESQ. established her current practice in late 2016, after being an associate with Lee & Rivers LLP (formerly Lee & Levine LLP) from early 2007 until late 2016.  Ms. Joyce is a 2002 graduate of Boston College (summa cum laude with distinction in Economics), where she was a member of the honor society Alpha Sigma Nu, and a 2005 graduate of Suffolk University Law School, where she was a recipient of the Jurisprudence Award in Professional Responsibility.  Ms. Joyce is admitted to practice in Massachusetts state courts and before the U.S. District Court, the First Circuit Court of Appeals, and the U.S. Supreme Court.. Ms. Joyce is a member of the Family Law sections of both the Massachusetts and Boston Bar Associations, and is member of the Amicus Committee of the Massachusetts Bar Association.  She is Vice Chair of the MBA’s Family Law Section Council, and past chair of that Council’s education committee.. Ms. Joyce has maintained an active role in the MBA’s continuing legal education programs, both in developing ongoing courses and authoring course materials, and also in moderating and acting as panelist in programs.  She was Program Chair of and lecturer at the MBA’s 2009 “Recent Developments in Family Law” seminar and author of the program materials.  She was a contributing author for the MBA’s 2011 and 2012 Family Law Conferences and a panelist at the 2012 Family Law Conference.  She was a moderator and dual panelist at the MBA’s 2014 Family Law Conference; a panelist at the MBA’s 2014 and 2015 programs on Critical Tax and Creative Compensation Issues and co-author of the materials for those programs; and co-chair of the 2016 and 2017 Family Law Conference committees.. Ms. Joyce has also been a contributing author for program materials of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, and has authored a chapter regarding alimony in divorce practice in the 2017 and 2018 editions of the Lexis/Nexis Massachusetts Family Law practice manual.. Ms. Joyce is a trained conciliator and mediator, and a volunteer in the Norfolk and Middlesex County “Lawyer for the Day” programs.  She has been recognized as a Massachusetts “Rising Star” by Boston Magazine’s and Law & Politics’ Super Lawyer publication.

Killeen Law Office, LLC was established by Attorney Matthew D. Killeen in 2004 to assist clients with real estate conveyancing, estate planning and probate.  Our firm represents individuals and business entities as well local and national lenders and handles all aspects of real estate conveyancing, estate planning, asset protection, probate and business law.. In 2009 & 2011 Attorney Killeen was named a Massachusetts Super Lawyers Rising Star.

James Grumbach’s litigation practice focuses on insurance coverage, professional liability, personal injury, property damage, employment and business disputes. Jim brings substantial experience in civil litigation to his clients, representing individuals and businesses in a wide variety of matters. With three decades of experience as a trained mediator, Jim is a fierce advocate for individuals. He devotes a substantial portion of his career to serving as a neutral. He mediates and arbitrates disputes involving commercial and contract matters, employment, discrimination, insurance, construction, internal corporate/partnership matters, divorces, real estate, loan workouts, leases, product liability, lead paint, professional liability and personal injury claims. Additionally, he serves as a case evaluator, hearing officer and discovery master to help people work through their disputes.Prior to the joining Boston Law Collaborative, LLC, Jim practiced with Wilchins Cosentino & Friend LLP, formerly known as Seegel Lipshutz & Wilchins. Jim has been practicing law for thirty-eight years and is a former member of the law firm Grumbach & Royal, LLC as well as other law firms based in New England. Early in his career, Jim represented large insurance companies and insurance brokers. This experience, combined with his current role as a counselor to individuals and small companies and his work with public and adjusters, provides clients with a well-rounded understanding of the industry and how best to overcome challenges. Over the course of his successful career, Jim has tried countless cases, both jury and jury-waived, as well as before administrative and other tribunals and hearing officers.Jim is a frequent author and speaker on alternative dispute resolution, and has served on panels involving ADR, insurance and civil litigation. He is honored to have been named a Massachusetts Super Lawyer by Boston Magazine consecutively over the last nine years. Jim is a Martindale Hubbell AV-rated attorney, the highest rating awarded attorneys for high ethical standards and professional ability.

I have 27 years of family law experience in the Massachusetts Probate and Family Courts. I love what I do. I enjoy helping my clients navigating through the divorce and modification process, lending them concrete strategies to execute as we go. I communicate well with my clients and opposing counsel, and focus on getting my clients through the process with their relationships and financial security intact.

I concentrate my practice on all areas of divorce and family law litigation and mediation, including separation agreements, child custody and parenting plans, alimony, child support, prenuptial and postnuptial agreements, paternity, guardianship, modification, and contempt proceedings. In addition to representing one spouse in a family law matter, I am a trained mediator who helps couples amicably resolve their disputes.. I believe in innovative solutions to complex family problems. I am a compassionate advisor, zealous advocate and creative problem solver, blending law and human services to provide my clients with choices, practical legal guidance and strategic advice while staying focused on each particular client’s goals, circumstances and needs. My unique approach offers clients the maximum flexibility to discuss, understand and solve their problems while individualized attention to each client's objectives allows me to help clients confidently navigate through what is often the most stressful and demanding time of their lives.. At Kelly Family Law LLC, our team provides a personal approach that is tailored to the individual needs of each client with a focus on both short and long-term solutions to provide our clients the best possible outcome.

I am a zealous and passionate advocate for my clients.  My practice focuses on litigating civil matters in the Massachusetts State Courts and providing exceptional legal services in a variety of areas of the law. I have successfully tried and handled cases in Superior Court and the Probate and Family Court. I have also argued appellate matters before the Massachusetts Appellate Division of the District Court.. My family law practice includes divorce, custody disputes, visitation, child support, alimony, asset division involving high net worth estates, post-divorce modifications and enforcement/contempt proceedings, paternity actions and prenuptial agreements.. My trusts & estate planning practice includes planning, probate administration & litigation such as will contests, trust disputes and defending & prosecuting breach of fiduciary duty claims. I have vast experience in general civil litigation included premises liability, motor vehicle tort and personal injury matters. I am a certified Conciliator through the BBA/MBA conciliator training program pursuant to SJC Court Rule 1:18.I am an member of the Women's Bar Association, Massachusetts Bar Association, Boston Bar Association, Middlesex County Bar Association and the Norfolk County Bar Association.. When you have chosen me to represent you, I understand that you are trusting me and relying on me to advocate for you during what very well may be the most emotionally exhausting and stressful time of your life.  I take each case very seriously and I will zealously advocate for you to achieve the best resolution.

Harry S. Margolis has been representing seniors, individuals with special needs and their families since he started ElderLawServices, the predecessor of Margolis & Bloom, in June 1987. Since then, he and the firm as a whole have helped thousands of clients pay for long-term care, grapple with the incapacity of a family member, and plan for safe and productive futures for their children and grandchildren.. Harry served as editor of The ElderLaw Report, a monthly newsletter for attorneys for three decades. His leadership in the field has been recognized by his peers in his selection as a Fellow of both the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys and the American College of Trust & Estate Counsel. He has been named a “Super Lawyer” since 2005 and in different years recognized as one of the top 100 attorneys in New England.  In 2015, Best Lawyers named him Best Lawyer in America in the practice of Elder Law and Trust and Estates., and he is the only elder law attorney to receive these honors.. But Mr. Margolis’ passion is explaining complex legal issues to consumers, to clients in his practice, to Massachusetts consumers through the information on this website and its blog, and nationally on two websites he founded:  and . Most recently he began answering consumer questions online at . He strongly believes that the best legal solutions are achieved through the partnership of well-informed clients and attorneys who combine great technical expertise, experience and an ability to listen.. In 2012, Mr. Margolis ran (unsuccessfully) for Governor’s Council. He has served as an elected town meeting member in Brookline and on the town’s bicycle advisory committee. When not working, Mr. Margolis resides in Brookline with his wife, college age twins (when they're home) and dog of uncertain breed. He loves biking and traveling, both in the US and abroad.

For thirty-five years, I have helped clients resolve civil disputes involving personal injury, wrongful death, workplace injuries, employment matters, economic losses, estate contests and other civil claims.  Resolution of these disputes is achieved throught trial, mediation, arbitration and settlement negotiation.  I am able to bring my experience and knowledge of court process to the investigation, discovery, negotiation, trial, settlement and appeal of my client's cases.  My greatest satisfaction comes from knowing that, working together with clients, I have been able to achieve the best possible outcomes and limited the harm and loss arising from an injury or claim, and that together we have been able to bring closure to that chapter of the client's personal life or business.

ephen Wilchins’ business and estate planning practice guides business owners and their families through a variety of corporate and personal matters including general corporate, transfer of business interests from one generation to another, and estate and succession planning, charitable planning and personal matters. As a certified public accountant, Stephen provides clients with an intricate understanding of critical tax considerations during the planning process. His comprehensive know-how and calm demeanor helps clients to feel at ease when faced with long-term decisions.With almost three decades of experience as a trusted advisor, Stephen provides smart planning advice delivered through a personalized service model. Also, Stephen is a sought-after speaker, covering topics across all areas of estate planning and business succession. He presently serves on the Board of Directors and Board of Advisors of seven privately held companies.. Stephen has been recognized one of the country’s top trust and estate attorneys by both the Robb Report and Worth Magazine, as well as a Massachusetts Super Lawyer.

Charles Devine is the lead attorney at Devine Barrows LLP where he heads a dedicated legal team of legal professionals who prepare and try cases ranging from simple personal injury cases to complex multiparty cases in the state and federal courts. With over 37 years of experience in personal injury litigation, Attorney Devine and his team are committed to understanding each client's unique situation and presenting the best effidence supporting their client's case. Attorney Devine hasa proven track record of achieving favorable outcomes for clients, having resolved hundreds of cases and recovered millions in compensation. Attorney Devine's aggressive litigation philosophy was developed through his experience as a trial team leader at the Boston insurance defense firm, McCormack & Epstein, and prior to that, as an associate attorney with the Boston firm of Epstein, King & Isselbacher. Attorney Devine concentrates on trying personal injury cases, business disputes, contract disputes, product liability claims, class action claims on behalf of injured consumers, and comples injury claims involving brain and spinal cord injuryes. Charlie received his undergraduate degree from the University of New Hampshire in 1981 and his Juris Doctorate degree, cum laude, from Suffolk University Law School in 1986. He is a member of the Massachusetts Academy of Trial Attorneys and is licensed to practice in the United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts, and Massachusetts State Courts

CAL HEINLE represents clients in all areas of family law, including complex litigation and mediation, as well as the negotiation and drafting of Separation, Prenuptial and Postnuptial Agreements. He has mediated and served as an arbitrator/master for contested custody, support and complex asset division cases and is regularly appointed by the judges of the Probate and Family Court to serve as discovery master or special master in complex cases. In both 2016 and 2017 he was selected into the Best Lawyers in America for family law and family law mediation. Cal has lectured on family law issues for MCLE, MBA, BBA and New England School of Law. He also served as the Editor of the Massachusetts Family Law Journal from 2007 through 2009. Cal previously served as an elected council member of the Middlesex County Bar Association and was named Chairman of the Education Committee. In this position, Cal oversaw the organization of various training seminars for lawyers.. Cal was formerly an associate with Todd & Weld LLP and later Ginsburg Leshin Gibbs & Jones LLP, where he would ultimately be named partner. During law school he served as an intern for the Justices of the Boston Municipal Court and as a law clerk for Children's Legal Services in Brookline. Cal was named a New England Rising Star® on multiple occasions among lawyers in Massachusetts in Boston Magazine.. Cal is a proud graduate of both SUNY Oswego and New England School of Law - Boston. He is admitted to practice in state and federal courts in Massachusetts. Cal is a member of the Middlesex County Bar Association, Massachusetts Bar Association, Boston Bar Association, and Norfolk Bar Association. Cal is a member of the Association of Family and Conciliation Courts (AFCC) and the Massachusetts Council on Family Mediation (MCFM).

Attorney Sheryl Dennis has been practicing family law for more than 24 years. Over this time, she has helped scores of family members resolve complex legal issues with a high level of skill, professionalism and compassion.. One of the founding partners of Fields and Dennis LLP, Sheryl Dennis is one of the most sought-after Massachusetts estate planning lawyers, and a leader in family law and special needs planning. She has an expertise in working with closely held family businesses and helping to set up business succession plans and estate plans. She is a member of WealthCounsel, ElderCounsel and the Academy of Special Needs Planners.. Ms. Dennis also brings significant litigation experience to the practice. Whether it is conducting a cross-examination, giving a closing statement, or arguing motions, Ms. Dennis feels at home in the courtroom.. Her expertise has been in demand at speaking events, in the media and in education: she was a featured speaker at the annual 2007 Fall Conference of the Massachusetts Council for Family Mediation on the subject of prenuptial agreements along with partner Jonathan Fields. She was also invited to contribute a lecture on discovery issues for a prestigious legal education series.. Ms. Dennis has appeared on Boston’s highest rated radio morning show, “Matty in the Morning,” on KISS-108 FM, to discuss prenuptial agreements. In recent years, she was admitted to the United States Court of Appeals for Veteran’s Claims.. In 2015 she was quoted in the March 12th issue of Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly. Attorney Dennis was consulted on digital legacy planning relating to a new Facebook feature that allows individuals to choose a “legacy contact” to manage their account in the event of their death. She blogs frequently and contributes to social media.

Attorney E. Steven Coren has more than 40 years of experience representing individuals and families in personal injury cases, divorce and family issues, and probate litigation. As a civil litigator, he has appeared in most courts in Massachusetts and the United States District Court in Massachusetts. He is an approved mediator for the Middlesex Probate and Family Court and was formerly a Hearing Officer for the Board of Bar Overseers (2006-2012). Attorney Coren is Chair of the firm’s Personal Injury practice group and a founding member of the firm.. Attorney Coren graduated from the University of Pennsylvania and Boston University School of Law. He is licensed to practice before the courts of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, United States District Court of Massachusetts, United States First Circuit Court of Appeals, United States District Court of Northern California and has appeared in the courts of New Hampshire.. Representative Experience:. Winning what is thought to be the highest slip and fall jury verdict in the history of Norfolk Superior Court in the amount of 1.34 million dollars. The Judge in the case commended Attorney E. Steven Coren saying, “I’ve seen a lot of slip and fall, trip and fall cases, but I think that was about as well tried as I’ve seen, Mr. Coren. You did a very fine job for your client.” Read the transcript from the case.Successfully prevailed in a highly contested estate case involving a $1.2 million trust, a 20-acre farm, and a restaurant and the land it occupied on behalf of a client who was sued by her two brothers after her parents passed away.Obtained a $950,000 settlement in a difficult personal injury case involving a client who was injured when the wheelchair she was in pitched her onto the sidewalk. The client, who was not using the wheelchair’s seatbelt, suffered serious and permanent injuries.Winning a jury trial in a difficult invasion of privacy/emotional distress case involving a client whose psychiatric records were unlawfully accessed by her ex-husband and his sister-in-law and provided to a guardian ad litem (GAL) during a post-divorce contempt case to establish a new child visitation schedule. The GAL violated GAL standards by not first seeking written authorization from the client and further by not first informing the client that the GAL was obtaining this information and intended to disclose it in her report. The jury found the client suffered from the intentional infliction of emotional distress and awarded damages against all three defendants totaling $92,800 with interest. This case is significant as emotional distress damages typically awarded by juries are minimal. Young v. McDonough et al, Boston Municipal Court; No. 2015 01 CV 1523 (2019).Serving as appellate counsel in the case of Williams v. Vanaria, 2000 Mass. App. Div. 162 (2000), which affirmed the legal principle that a successor corporation is not liable for the debts of a preceding corporation where there are separation of identities, no transfer of assets, and separate bank accounts.Representing clients in all areas of probate law including estate and will disputes.Frequently appointed by judges of the Massachusetts Probate Courts as an administrator of troubled or contested estates.Presiding over hearings on complaints against attorneys as a Hearing Officer for the Board of Bar Overseers (2006-2012).Lecturer, Trial Practice and Procedure/Evidence, MCLE, 2014-present.Lecturer, Metrowest Legal Services, Divorce Institute, 2012-present.Attorney Coren is a founding partner of KCL and Chair of our Personal Injury and Litigation Practice Groups.Steve has extensive experience, training and presenting in the field of family law and family law mediation. His experience includes:. Negotiated a favorable settlement in a divorce case involving a client who was subjected to alleged abuse by her husband during their marriage.Negotiated a property division settlement with marital assets valued over $5 million and resolved a complicated inheritance issue.Negotiated a settlement of 70 percent of the marital home to our client due to the misconduct of her husband.Negotiated a settlement involving a $4.6 million asset division with inheritance and alimony issues.Succeeded in a divorce trial by having the Probate Court adopt our business valuation expert’s opinion of the value of a wife-owned wedding gown business worth over $300,000 where the opposing expert had zero value.Succeeded in a post-divorce termination of alimony trial due to statutory retirement and proving no circumstances warranted continuation.Successfully defended husband in 209A abuse petition trial.Successfully negotiated a settlement involving substantial income and over $4.5 million in assets and alimony where the client did not want to litigate and insisted on fairness to the spouse.Successfully defended client against attempt by opposing spouse to claim that client’s mother’s many real estate properties were actually the property of the client.Steve also has served as an expert witness in attorney negligence cases involving divorce and family law matters. He has opined on the breach of the legal duty owed to a client in a family law case, negligent settlement conduct, breach of the obligation of zealous representation, improper charging of attorney fees, failure to argue correct asset division and proper division of real estate, negligent conduct in discovery matters, failure to discover relevant information, failure to pursue the right of support for a client, failure to have witnesses testify and failure to pursue legal theories.Serving as conciliator-mediator for Middlesex and Norfolk Probate and Family Courts.Lecturer, MCLE Family Law Institute, 2015-present.Professional Experience:. Board of Governors, Massachusetts Academy of Trial Attorneys, Mentoring Committee Chair, 2013 – presentMassachusetts Bar Association, Committee on Civility and Professionalism, 2019 – 2020Special Interests – Education and Scuba Diving:. Attorney Coren has combined his passion for the law with his commitment to education and his love of scuba diving.. Actively involved in the field of law-related education, Attorney Coren has helped fosters programs in schools to teach students about the law and its procedures and created opportunities for students to participate in moot court programs. His activities include:. Founding and serving as past president of the Massachusetts Association for Law-Related Education, Inc., and recipient of its Distinguished Service Award.Helping to found the Lawyer/Teacher Partnership Program within the Massachusetts Bar Association.Co-author of In Search of Justice: “Legal Education Materials for Secondary and Junior High Schools” published by the Massachusetts Bar Association and used in secondary schools throughout Massachusetts.Presenter at various law-related conferences, including American Bar Association Law-Related Education seminars, Massachusetts Bar Association Law-Related Education seminars and conferences, the Massachusetts Bar Association Law-Related Education lawyer-teacher partnership program and the Massachusetts Bar Association Law-Related Education Mock Trial program.Presiding annually as a judge for national mock trial competitions.Attorney Coren is a certified scuba instructor and award winning underwater photographer. His accomplishments include:. Author, “The Law and the Diving Professional,” published by the Professional Association of Diving Instructors (PADI), and it has been sold all over the world.Representing the Bay State Council of Divers and many scuba groups and dive shops.Successfully challenging a coastal town’s right to require every scuba diver to display his or her own dive flag, although the Massachusetts state law allowed groups of divers to have to only display one flag.Speaking & Writing:. Attorney Coren frequently speaks at law related conferences, including the American Bar Association and the Massachusetts Bar Associations. Recent presentations include:. MCLE New England, “Family Law Trial Advocacy Workshop” (2017, 2016, 2015)MCLE New England, Practicing with Professionalism, “Managing Your Clients’ Expectations (and Your Own)” (2017)MetroWest Legal Services, “Divorce Basics Training Seminar” (2016)MCLE New England, “Introducing & Excluding Evidence at Trial” (2016)Probate and Family Court Conciliation Training for the Norfolk and Middlesex Bar Associations (2015)Awards:. 2014 and 2015 President’s Awards from the Massachusetts Academy of Trial Attorneys (MATA). The award is given annually to individuals whose commitment and dedication to MATA is extraordinary.2013 Triple Threat pro bono award from MetroWest Legal Services. The award was given for service and dedication, including Attorney Cohen’s representation of pro bono family law clients, providing attorney-of-the -day services at Middlesex probate and family Court in Marlboro, Massachusetts and serving as moderator and lecturer on the Metrowest Divorce Seminar programs.