Business Details
13 Years
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Emergency
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Trusted Family Law Representation in Massachusetts
The Law Office Of Meredith H. Makin, P.C provides quality and compassionate legal representation for individuals navigating complex family law matters. With over 15 years of experience in Massachusetts Probate and Family Courts, the firm specializes in divorce, custody, parenting plans, child support, alimony, and asset division while prioritizing cost-effective solutions. Founded in 2013, the practice combines deep legal expertise with a client-centered approach, offering both litigation advocacy and mediation services. Attorney Meredith Makin, a Rule 8 trained mediator and Limited Assistance Representation (LAR) certified professional, brings a nuanced understanding of family law dynamics shaped by her prior work at a boutique Boston firm. Recognized as a Super Lawyers Rising Star and Top Women Attorney, she maintains active memberships in professional organizations including the Massachusetts Council on Family Mediation and Essex County Bar Association.The firm emphasizes transparent communication, ethical representation, and personalized guidance through emotionally challenging legal processes. Clients benefit from strategic counsel informed by extensive experience with complex financial matters involving retirement accounts, real estate, and business assets. The practice serves clients across Essex, Middlesex, Norfolk, Plymouth, and Worcester counties while maintaining a commitment to community service through organizations like the Jeanne Geiger Crisis Center. Testimonials consistently highlight the firm's ability to balance steadfast advocacy with empathetic support during life's most difficult transitions.
Services
Divorce Representation
Family Mediation
Child Support
Custody Arrangements
Alimony Determination
Asset Division
Post-Divorce Modifications
Paternity Cases
Details
- Year established: 2013
Highlights and features
- We offer 15+ years of specialized family law experience in Massachusetts courts
- Our attorney is certified in Limited Assistance Representation (LAR)
- We provide both litigation advocacy and mediation services
- Recognized as Super Lawyers Rising Star and Top Women Attorney
- We maintain active membership in Massachusetts Council on Family Mediation
Associations and certifications
- Rule 8 trained mediator
- Jeanne Geiger Crisis Center, Inc.: Certification Providing an Effective Intervention in Family Violence Cases (2013)
What people say
Exceptional legal expertise
Compassionate representation
Effective mediation skills
Responsive communication
Strategic solutions
Services
Family Mediation
Our mediation services provide a voluntary, confidential process for resolving family law disputes outside of court. This approach often proves faster and more cost-effective than litigation while preserving respectful relationships between parties. We guide clients through complex issues like custody arrangements and financial settlements while maintaining strict confidentiality throughout the process.
Divorce Representation
We offer comprehensive legal representation for contested and uncontested divorce proceedings. Our services include asset division, alimony determinations, and child custody arrangements. With extensive experience in Massachusetts Probate and Family Courts, we provide strategic counsel tailored to each client's unique circumstances while maintaining ethical standards and professional integrity.
Child Support
Our firm handles child support calculations, modifications, and enforcement matters. We ensure compliance with Massachusetts guidelines while considering each family's specific needs. We help clients understand their rights and obligations regarding financial support, medical expenses, and educational costs through both negotiation and litigation when necessary.
Custody Arrangements
We specialize in creating comprehensive custody arrangements that prioritize children's best interests. Our services include developing parenting plans, addressing visitation rights, and resolving disputes over decision-making authority. We help clients navigate complex custody issues while maintaining focus on long-term family stability and children's well-being.
Alimony Determination
Our alimony services cover temporary and permanent support arrangements during divorce proceedings. We analyze financial factors, employment capabilities, and living standards to determine fair support amounts. We represent clients in both seeking and defending against alimony claims while ensuring compliance with Massachusetts statutory guidelines and court precedents.
People
Meredith H. Makin
Attorney & Founder
Meredith H. Makin is a Massachusetts family law attorney with 15+ years of experience in divorce and custody matters. A Super Lawyers Rising Star recipient, she specializes in mediation and litigation while maintaining active roles in professional organizations including the Massachusetts Council on Family Mediation.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialize in?
We specialize in Massachusetts family law matters including divorce, child custody, alimony, child support, asset division, and mediation services across five counties.
Are you available for emergency legal situations?
Yes, we provide emergency legal assistance including after-hours availability for urgent family law matters as demonstrated by our Christmas Day consultation.
What mediation experience do you have?
Attorney Makin is a Rule 8 trained mediator with 15 years of family law experience, having completed specialized training with Massachusetts Continuing Legal Education in 2014.
How do you handle complex financial divorces?
We specialize in complex financial divorces involving retirement accounts, real estate, and business assets, providing strategic counsel informed by extensive experience with these matters.
What professional recognitions have you received?
We have received recognitions including Super Lawyers Rising Star (2012) and Top Women Attorneys: Massachusetts Outstanding Young Lawyer (2013) from Boston Magazine.
