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Mary A Socha

Mediation Attorney at West Springfield, MA

4.8   13 reviews
  • Licensed for 52 years
    State MA
    Acquired 1970
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Law Office of Mary A. Socha
93 Van Deene Avenue, Suite 103
West Springfield, MA, 01089-3223

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Posted by anonymous | April 4, 2017
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Extremely competent.
Mary represented me in a difficult divorce about five years ago. I'm sorry it's taken me this long to write about my experience with her. I have to say that hiring her was the best thing I did for myself and my family. I was very frightened about my prospects then and my ex was a difficult, combative person who hired a difficult, combative lawyer. Mary brought a sense of peace and decorum to a crazy divorce. She is calm, professional and very easy to talk to. Most importantly she will NOT tell you what you want to hear. That's very important. She will give you the objective view of your situation. This is extremely helpful in getting everyone to a resolution. Do not hesitate to call her if you are in a difficult situation. You might find that it's not as bad as you think. She will absolutely steer you in the right direction.
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Posted by Chet | March 20, 2016
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Very compassionate understanding person and caring for the children in a separation
Attorney Socha has help myself and my children children through one of the toughest times in a parents life. A divorce and Adoption. My daughter after reaching the age of 18 wanted to adopt her new mom and Mary helped to make it a happy event in a area of law that sees so few Happy days. Thank you to Mary and her staff for the great work they do with the focus on the kids who are the real victims in a divorce.
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Posted by Donna | March 11, 2016
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Admirable and Very Capable Legal Representative
I feel compelled to share my comments on my numerous experiences over the years with local Mary Socha. Attorney Socha has aptly represented my legal interest in Massachusetts with the utmost concern and due diligence. Her advice has always been impartial. This has enabled me to consistently make informed legal decisions that have always been in my best interests.Mrs Socha has never pandered a response to a legal queston.I may not have liked her responses,but because of this integrity she has earned my respect. Attorney Socha professionalism,legal acumen and personal concern with that which is fair and just certainly places her ahead of many in her profession. Her courtroom demeanor and understanding of the law and the prpose of the judicial system is beyond reproach.Put simply, Attorney Socha is an admirable and very capable legal representative who enters a courtroom with the intent of doing what is right on behalf of her clients.
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Posted by Robert | March 6, 2016
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Gratitude
When evaluating an attorney to vigorously advocate on your behalf during a divorce and custody case you need to have an attorney experienced in family law and also have an intimate knowledge of judges and how they will adjudicate family law cases and lawyers on the other side of the case. Mary Socha met and exceeded all of my expectations. Because of her, I was awarded full custody of my son and was the first man my particular judge ever awarded custody to. I owe a lot to Mary and forever in her debt. She is a wonderful, compassionate, effective and experienced attorney.
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Posted by Carolynn | March 6, 2016
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Atty.Mary Socha/excellent at it's best
Mary Socha has been my family lawyer for over 15 yrs, always available,dependable/honest/fair*i have sent many clients to her/all have nothing but praise*I will continue to hire her for any legal problems in my future with no hesitation
Posted by Phil | March 5, 2016
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Went way beyond to help out
My father had recently taken ill and we needed may documents updated, his lawyer was long retired. Mary not only did a great job but came to the nursing home and house to complete all documents. We are very grateful to have one less worry.
Posted by Dave | March 5, 2016
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Great Caring Person
I don't know what I would have done without her . She was a blessing from God .She was always there for me . Other Lawyers would charged extra money for all the time she gave me. All the times that I just dropped in . she was there for me . Mary is a person with high morals . A hard worker who really cares about you. Whatever you need from me to help . let me know. It is a honor to be represented by Mary .
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Posted by Liliya | March 5, 2016
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Best attorney
Hi, two years ago att.Mary Sochas helped me to get a divorce-i wanted to make it peaceful and fair-she listened and gave best advices.she is inexpensive and gave me huge discount because she cares.i recently recommended one girl to her and she happy the way things are getting done.
Posted by Neil | March 4, 2016
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Child support & Family
Mary represented me for over two years and could not reccomend a more professional attorney. She was absolutely amazing in court, and she really helped in every aspect in relation to what the possible outcomes might be. Do not hesitate to hire Mary because she changed my life for the better forever!
Posted by Professional in Western MA and Grateful Custodial Father. | March 4, 2016
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EVER SO THANKFUL FATHER
I am taking the time out of a very busy work day to make comment on Attorney Mary Socha both as a professional and as a person who has made the difference in the lives of my family. Attorney Socha agreed to work as my Divorce Attorney back in the late 1990's, knowing up front that we had very little money to pay for services necessary. The custody of my two children (ages 2 and 3 at the time) was a highly contested issue. The case has recently come to a close as the children are now of age. For the first 10 years, Attorney Socha worked consistently with us to have the children returned back to the United States after being kidnapped and into the arms of a loving family. It was found that children had been abused, medically neglected and made fearful of their own family, the court and their phycologists by a dangerously incidious birth mother. My X-wife, threatened Social Workers, sued mental health professionals, and even went as far as demanding foreign language interpreters to confuse the court when she could speak perfect English. Thru these 15 years, my X went thru 6 different Lawyers in the entire process while Attorney Socha stayed true to her commitment to help me and the children find peace. There may be times when Attorney Socha may not agree with her clients perspective on an issue, but I can assure you...her advice ALWAYS pans out to be the best for the case. Attorney Mary Socha is an example of what a Professional, Hard Working, Hands-On Grass-Roots Lawyer who takes her profession with great honor. She is the farthest thing from the typical self-indulgent manipulative attorney who have given U.S.Justice a bad name. I highly recommend Attorney Socha to anyone who needs a professional with compassion, patience, and the respect of her peers and the court.
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Posted by Tammy | March 4, 2016
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Client divorce and other matters
Attorney Mary Socha is professional, honest and effective. She doesn't play games and is straight forward. I was lucky to find her and would recommend her.
Posted by Martha | July 21, 2013
Ethical and Respected Attorney
I hired Attorney Socha on a recommendation from a Northampton attorney 13 years ago for help on child support. Mary has a no nonsense approach, is quick on legal knowledge, is honest, confident and compassionate. My case went quickly and smoothly without confusion or meaningless dialogue. With faith in Mary, I was able to nurture and take care of my son knowing I hired a competent attorney who would get the results we deserved. If a question or concern arose calling the office was always positive, knowledgeable and friendly. If Mary was unable to take calls, I would get a call back in a timely manner. Since then, I have hired Mary on three different occasions all with positive conclusions. Without hesitation I would recommend Attorney Mary Socha.
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Posted by susan | July 21, 2011
when do I get a call back or e-mail concerning my situation?
Mary did help me in my divorce csae 12 years ago and was very effective.However I called her maybe 3 months ago concerning alimony payments not received. I have called, written,e-mailed to noavail.If she can't help me then the least she could have done was let me know that .Instead I have been in limbo for 3 months
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Education

  • Western New England College School of Law
  • JD - Juris Doctor
  • 1970

Associations

  • Massachusetts Council on Family Mediation
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  • Massachusetts Bar Association, Family Law Section
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  • Hampden County Bar Association
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  • Massachusetts Collaborative Law Council
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Mary A Socha
Mediation Attorney
West Springfield, MA
Licensed for 52 years