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Lindsey received her J.D., cum laude, from New England School of Law and her B.A. in Psychology and Criminal Justice, cum laude, from the University of Connecticut.. As a Senior Associate at Porcello Law Offices, Lindsey makes regular court appearances at the Essex Probate and Family Court and in other courts throughout the Commonwealth. She is also on the Attorney Referral Panel for the Jeanne Geiger Crisis Center and is the Treasurer of the Salem Bar Association.. Lindsey takes a very practical approach to the practice of law and always tries to focus on an amicable solution to any problems presented. She understands that individuals dealing with family law issues are often very emotional and sometimes overwhelmed by the process. As a result, she always takes the time to explain the legal process to her clients and involve them every step of the way.. Areas of PracticeAlimony & Spousal SupportChild SupportChildrens’ RightsCustody & VisitationDivorceDomestic Violence & NeglectJuvenile LawPaternityPrenuptial Agreements

Offering remote consultations through video or voice from the comfort of your home.. Call!. The founding partner of the Law Offices of Erica M. Foster, Erica Foster has been practicing family law and real estate law in the Greater Boston area since 1992. At the Law Offices of Erica M. Foster, we take pride in being able to provide our clients with a level of personal attention that’s all too uncommon these days. There are no gatekeepers fielding calls here; you can always reach Erica directly, day or night. We understand that dealing with family law or real estate matters can be stressful, and our goal is to make you feel supported and understood at every step of your legal journey.

Ms. Forkner graduated with honors from The Johns Hopkins University (double major in English and History of Art, 2006) and from Boston University School of Law (2009), where she served as a director for the J. Newton Esdaile Moot Court Program. In addition, during law school Ms. Forkner served as a judicial intern to a judge in the Circuit Court of Baltimore County and as a research assistant to a Harvard University School of Law professor. During college Ms. Forkner studied at St. Catherine’s College, Oxford University (2004). Before joining Lee & Rivers LLP in 2011, Ms. Forkner gained experience in family law and estate planning at a mid-sized Massachusetts firm. She became a partner at Lee & Rivers LLP in January 2020.. Ms. Forkner has been recognized as a Massachusetts “Rising Star” (2013 – 2019).. Ms. Forkner is a member of the Family Law section of the Boston Bar Association (BBA) and recently served as the co-chair of the continuing legal education sub-committee. She has co-chaired and moderated several BBA programs on topics including Family Law Appeals, Alimony and Child Support, and Business Valuations in the Family Law Context. She has also participated in several Massachusetts Bar Association Annual Family Law Conferences. Ms. Forkner is also a member of the Women’s Bar Association and was formerly on their Board of Directors (2010-2011). Ms. Forkner currently sits on the Board of Directors of the John Winthrop School for Young Children and is a member of their Executive and Fundraising Committees. She is also a member of the Friends Council of the Esplanade Association.. Ms. Forkner has guest lectured at Boston University School of Law on the subject of Separation and Antenuptial Agreements. She also frequently serves as a volunteer judge for the Boston University School of Law moot court programs and as an “Attorney for the Day” in the Norfolk Probate & Family Court. Ms. Forkner is also involved as a mentor in the Women’s Bar Foundation’s Family Law Project. She recently co-authored a chapter with Mr. David H. Lee entitled Tax Considerations for the Massachusetts Divorce Law Practice Manuel (2018) with respect to the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act and its impact on family law.. Ms. Forkner is admitted to practice in Massachusetts and Maryland and is a member of the Massachusetts Family and Probate American Inn of Court as well as the Greater Boston Family Law Inn of Court.

With over 18 years of courtroom experience, Ms. Haley is a confident and successful litigator.  She began her career with the Somerset County Prosecutor's Office, before entering private practice, where her practice has been primarily Family Law and Municipal Court.  She has handled everything from simple uncontested divorces to complex custody disputes to domestic violence.  Ms. Haley is neither afraid to fight the hard fight nor to negotiate, whichever obtains the best result for her clients. In 2013, Ms. Haley was instrumental in the opening of the first distillery in New Jersey since Prohibition ended and gave testimony and drafting assistance to the legislature that helped the passing of  the Craft Distilling law.  She has since worked with other distilleries and breweries to help them get licensed and in business.

I am an avid golfer and spend weekends on a pontoon boat at my lake house all summer. My favorite winter sport is snow skiing.  I have two beautiful teenage daughters who are both adopted.  My favorite aspect of my job is helping people start a new chapter in their lives after divorce.  I love seeing my clients succeed both financially, professionally and socially.

Hite McLean, III concentrates his practice in the area of civil litigation, representing both plaintiffs and defendants in Tennessee and Mississippi. Prior to joining Glankler Brown, Mr. McLean specialized in family law at a boutique firm in Memphis where he argued trials and preliminary matters. In addition, Mr. McLean has successfully represented business owners in business disputes, individuals in landlord-tenant actions, and has served as the guardian ad litem in various matters in the Probate, Circuit, and Chancery Courts. In 2018, he was a Justice Recipient for the Pro Bono Service Award in Tennessee.. A graduate of the University of Memphis School of Law, Mr. McLean received the CALI award for the Elder Law Legal Clinic and, during law school, served as law clerk for the Honorable Robert Benham in Shelby County Probate Court.. Mr. McLean graduated cum laude from the University of Mississippi with a B.A., while majoring in English, and received a M.B.A. from Christian Brothers University.

Shalini Bhatia Sawhney earned her J.D. from the University of Tennessee College of. Law with a concentration in Advocacy and Dispute Resolution. Prior to law school, Shalini attended The George Washington University in Washington, D.C. where she graduated Cum Laude with a bachelor's degree in International Affairs with a focus on Global Public Health. While in law school, Shalini worked as a Clinic Attorney in the Center for Advocacy and Dispute Resolution and clerked for reputable law firms, gaining experience in criminal defense and civil litigation. She served as the founder and president of the Health Law Society, a founding member of the Tennessee Journal of Race, Gender & Social Justice, and a member of the Tennessee Journal of Law and Policy. She was selected to participate in the Tennessee Bar Association's Diversity Leadership Institute, Class of 2012, where she contributed to improving and enriching the legal community in Tennessee.. Since earning her J.D., Shalini has practiced civil litigation and estate planning. She is fluent in Hindi, Punjabi and conversational in Spanish. In her free time, she loves to watch movies, dance and spend time with her friends and family.