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In 1994, I founded Amherst Mediation Services. My decision to offer mediation as an alternative to the traditional litigation system stemmed from my years of experience in the Probate and Family Court and in particular my concern that in many ways the court system was not the most efficient and best equipped system for handling family crisis such as divorce. Mediation offers participants more control over their own destiny and works to increase rather than discourage communication. Mediation is also far cheaper and often far quicker than traditional litigation. However, mediation is not appropriate in every situation. I continue to provide my clients with legal services. In my capacity as an attorney I provide services which are professional, courteous and sensitive to my clients' financial needs, emotional needs and family situation.
In my ongoing effort to provide my clients with the widest range possible of solutions that meets their needs, in 2004 began offering collaborative law as yet another alternative approach to resolving divorces and other domestic relations issues. In the collaborative law model, I represent my clients just as I would in the traditional litigation approach. The primary difference however is that both lawyers and both clients sign a contract that the matter will be handled without resorting to the courts to resolve disputes. If a client decides to utilize the courts during the divorce process, both attorneys must withdraw and both clients need to retain new attorneys.
I now focus my practice almost exclusivley on helping clients through mediation. I offer services througout Hampshire, Hampden, Franklin, Berkshire and Worcester counties including such towns as Amherst. Northampton. Springfield, Pittsfield and Worcester.
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417 West Street, Suite 110, Amherst, MA, 01002-3818
417 West Street, Suite 110, Amherst, MA, 01002
Greenfield, Greenfield, MA, 01002
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Posted by Gail | December 01, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Thank you Oran!
Oran is an excellent attorney -- I could've never gone through my divorce without his professional opinions, his advocacy for me and his clarity. He made doable what I viewed as a serious challenge. He brought peace to the chaos of the experience. Thank you Oran!
Posted by Jeanne | June 29, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Excellent help in Separtion Mediation
Oran Kaufman was invaluable in our journey to reaching a separation agreement. He was thoughtful, understanding, and kind in his guidance. He was very knowledgeable and helped us through the entire process. He was always available for questions and responded quickly. He was a good listener and was...
Posted by Sarah | February 21, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Respectful, knowledgeable and fair!
We engaged Oran to assist us with mediating our separation and eventually filing for divorce and he was terrific! He is very knowledgeable and walked us through the entire process, explaining everything and helping us to reach an agreement that met our needs. Most importantly, he listened and was r...
Posted by Dee | December 25, 2014 | Divorce & Separation
Oran is the best!
Oran Kaufman is helping me get through a very difficult and emotional divorce. He not only knows his stuff, but is a clear communicator and a great listener who keeps me aware of everything he does. He gives options for me to think about, and we work together on how to proceed. From day 1 I knew...
Posted by Bob | September 18, 2013 | Divorce & Separation
Oran Rocks!
When my soon to be "X" and I visited the courthouse to set our court date, the clerk asked us who was our mediator. We replied Oran Kaufman and she blurted out “Oh, he is excellent”. As she flipped through the paperwork Oran had prepped for us to fill out, she just nodded and nodded. Our Judge was...
"Oran is a well respected member of the family law mediation community. For many, he has made important contributions to helping families resolve their divorces peacefully. I endorse this lawyer. I endorse Oran Kaufman!"
"I endorse Oran as a very knowledgeable and caring attorney and mediator. He is extremely thoughtful and his diligence as a lawyer is evident to me. If I were seeking a divorce lawyer or mediator, I would not hesitate to engage him."
"Attorney Oran Kaufman is an icon in the field of family mediation. He is held in high esteem by colleagues and clients alike. He has made significant contributions to the field of family law and dispute resolution. His character and professionalism are highly regarded by those who know him well."
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2016
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Best Lawyers in America- Mediation, Best Lawyers in America
2014
John A. Fiske Award for Excellence, Massachusetts Council on Family Mediation
2013
Best laywers in America- Mediation, Best Laywers in America
2013
Advanced Practitioner, Academy of Professional Family Mediators
2011
Best lawyer- Mediation, Best Lawyer In America
2010
Best Lawyer- Mediation, Best Lawyer In America
2009
Best Lawyer- Mediation, Best Lawyers in America
2009
Community Service Award, Massachusetts Bar Association
2005
Advanced Practitioner, Association for Conflict Resolution
1997
Certification, Massachusetts Council on Family Mediation
2004 - Present
Owner, Law and Mediation Office of Oran E. Kaufman
1989 - 2004
Associate/Partner, Burres, Fidnick, Booth and Kaufman
1988 - 1989
Clerk, Massachusetts Superior Court
2013 - Present
Academy of Professional Family MediatorsCertification
2009 - Present
Best lawyer- Mediation
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1988
JD - Juris Doctor
1985
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2015
2014
Divorce Mediation
2011
Divorce Mediation Training
2010
Divorce Mediation
2010
Divorce Mediation Training
2010
Conflict Resolution Training
2009
Mediation
2008
Mediation Training
2008
Divorce mediation
2008
“Alzheimer's: Dispute Resolution Options When Family Disputes Arise
2006
Divorce Mediation
2006
Alzheimer's: Dispute Resolution Options When Family Disputes Arise
2004
Using Parenting Coordinators to Resolve High Conflict Family Cases
2000
On What Level are We Mediating
1998
The Joy of Conflict
1998
Superglue or Velcro: How to Get Unstuck During Mediation
1996
Updating Your Boilerplate
1996
Practical Skills Workshop: Divorce Demystified
1996
Drafting Separation Agreements: Can You be Neutral
1995
Family Law Motion Practice
2009
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2005
2003
Hebrew
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Conflict Self Assessment
16 Jul 2011
Conflict Resolution Tips for Divorcing Couples
16 Jul 2011