Law Offices of Helena S. Friedman1380 Main StreetSuite 405Springfield, MA, 01103United States (413) 732-0785

Helena S Friedman

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4.9(32)

Avvo Rating8.8

Springfield, MA
Licensed for 36 years

Helena S Friedman

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About Helena

I became a lawyer because I believe in justice. I help my clients attain justice by educating them about the law, offering support and guidance and providing zealous representation. My office provides client centered representation. As my client, you will have prompt and helpful responses to all telephone calls and emails. You will be able to meet with me at times which accommodate your schedule.

Not all cases require expensive litigation, but when they do, I am an experienced and skilled trial advocate. It is often a better result when clients are able to attain a negotiated settlement. I am trained in and am able to offer alternative dispute resolution services such as mediation, conciliation and collaborative law. Whatever type of representation you will need, "I will be there for you!" Contact me to ask more about my services!

Practice areas

Mediation: 34%
I highly recommend and am proud to offer alternative dispute resolution processes such as collaborative law, family law mediation, martial mediation, and conciliation.
Divorce and separation: 33%
I represent parties in all areas of family law. This includes child custody, support, parenting time, alimony, division of property, prenuptial agreements, non-traditional families, actions to partition, guardianships of minors & DCF involvement.
37 years, 700 cases
Family: 33%
Child custody, support, parenting time, emergency custody orders, establishing paternity, non-traditional families, nonmarital couples, adoptions, abuse prevention orders, grandparent visitation, guardianships of minors & DCF involvement.

Languages spoken

English

Contact

Law Offices of Helena S. Friedman

1380 Main Street
Suite 405
Springfield, MA, 01103

Office (413) 732-0785

Website

www.helenafriedman.com

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License

State	Status	Acquired	Updated
CT	Active	1992	05/16/2022
MA	Active	1985	09/16/2019

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

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Legal answers	106
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Awards

Award name	Grantor	Date Granted
Client's Choice	Avvo	2019
Top Lawyers	Three Best Rated	2019
Gideon's Trumpet Award	Community Legal Aid	2015
Pro Bono Service	Hampden County Legal Clinic	2013
Providing Legal Representation to Low Income People	Volunteer Lawyers Service/ Massachusetts Justice Project	2007

Legal Representation on Behalf of Children	Children's Law Project	2001

work experience

Title	Company name	Duration
Owner	LAW OFFICES OF HELENA S. FRIEDMAN	1988 - Present

associations

Association name	Position name	Duration
Association of Family and Conciliation Courts	Member	2017 - Present
Connecticut Collaborative Divorce Professionals		2014 - Present
Massachusetts Bar Association		1986 - Present
Hampden County Bar Association		1986 - Present
Massachusetts Association of Family Law Mediatiors		1986 - Present

International Academy of Collaborative Professionals		2005 - 2013
Massachusetts Collaborative Law Council		2005 - 2012

education

School name	Degree	Graduated
Western New England College School of Law	JD - Juris Doctor	1985
University of Massachusetts	BA - Bachelor of Arts	1979

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Reviews

5.0 stars4.9 (32)

5 Star		94%
4 Star		6%
3 Star		0%
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Best Lawyer in town (Hassle free divorce)

5.0 stars

Posted by Phil
July 8, 2019

Helena Friedman best lawyer I ever meet she pays attention to detail, caring, and understanding. After meeting with Helena explain everything in detail all I had to do was follow her lead. Helena guided me through this divorce so smoothly and she resolved it quick, it was a fair a settlement she works with you to get the results you desire. Her mediation skills were great she thinks outside the box, she has a knack for bring people together. Helena was the right person for me I was in her hands everything went well and I’m very happy with the results. Helena keeps you informed all the way and shoots for your needs and wants. Helena is well respected in the court system, and judges she is by far the Best Woman for the job if you need a divorce lawyer or a mediator. 5-STAR

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Professional Excellence

5.0 stars

Posted by Margaret
April 9, 2019

Helena is a 100% professional and effective attorney. She was always thoroughly prepared for my court case and her communication was clear and concise and extremely knowledgeable in the field of family law. She had to deal with my angry and rude ex and I know it wasn't pleasant but she persevered, hitting exactly all the right notes in tone and content and won my case for me!

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Highly effective and super professional!

5.0 stars

Posted by Maria C.
December 10, 2021

I felt completely confident from the moment she responded to my first email. This was the first time I have ever had to deal with anything that involved the court system, so to say I was nervous would be an understatement. She made me feel protected and most importantly understood. I'm so grateful for her ability to turn a difficult situation into an effortless one.

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To the point

5.0 stars

Posted by Rich
October 27, 2021

Helena answered all of my questions thoroughly, even if answers were not what I wanted to hear, they were legal, and truthful. She did not waste my time, and was very, very courteous, and understanding of circumstances.

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She’s very helpful and considerate.A good adviser and she knows what she’s doing, Always ready to listen .

5.0 stars

Posted by Editha Friend
October 26, 2021

She’s a very good lawyer, and her service fee is very considerate.She’s always ready to listen and giving a good advices, knows what’s she’s doing about the case.I would recommend her hundred percent.For her, is not about the service fee she could get.More on compassion and always about the benefited of her client. I was very thankful she was handled my divorce case.And until now, after winning my case. She’s still there and easily to reach and always ready to help. She’s a very good lawyer and you’re in a right path to get her service.

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Very Professional

5.0 stars

Posted by Michael
October 16, 2021

Helena was instrumental in winning my recent court case. She was very professional and did a great job preparing for court. I would recommend her services highly to all.

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Straight to the point

5.0 stars

Posted by Pam
April 26, 2021

If you want to accomplish a resolution. Don't hesitate and call. Very professional and experience.

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Stellar Representation

5.0 stars

Posted by Sarah
March 18, 2021

I called Attorney Helena Friedman with need of immediate representation in a domestic matter. Even though that case was not her particular specialty, she took it and won. Immediately following she represented me through my separation and divorce. She protected me by preventing my spouse from selling the marital home without me. We were then able to come to agreement on the divorce without going to trial which saved a lot of money. In addition to this, Attorney Friedman works tirelessly. I received emails from her at all hours and even wondered when she slept. Her communication is top notch.She is a very down to earth woman that wants the best outcome for you and knows how to achieve it. She speaks to you in terms you’ll understand. You’ll never need to wonder what is going on because she always keeps you informed and makes sure you are prepared before going to court. Amanda, her paralegal is amazing as well.Amanda is very friendly, knowledgeable, and an instrumental part of your legal team. Your legal team is truly what they are. You never feel like you’re in it alone. Even when divorce is your choice, it is still a difficult process to navigate. The process was made so much easier by hiring Attorney Helena Friedman to represent me.

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Divorce

5.0 stars

Posted by Veronica
March 13, 2021

She helps me with my divorce process. I'm very satisfied with the job did, I recommend her and her team.100%

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divorce

5.0 stars

Posted by anonymous
March 12, 2021

Helena represented me in my divorce, and made what was a very stressful matter much more manageable. She kept me informed of everything during the process, explained things I didn't understand, and was always helpful.

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Michelle Begley, Family Attorney on Sep 23, 2020
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Attorney Friedman works tirelessly for her clients and is excellent in advocating for their position. She always goes the extra step and has come up with unique solutions to family law issues. She is professional to the courts, opposing counsel and clients at all times.

Stephen Linsky, Juvenile law Attorney on Aug 12, 2020
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I endorse this lawyer.

Michelle Begley, Family Attorney on Sep 23, 2020
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Stephen Linsky, Juvenile law Attorney on Aug 12, 2020
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I endorse this lawyer.

Christina Vassallo, Family Attorney on Apr 17, 2018
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I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Friedman is not only an experienced and knowledgeable attorney, she also practices with pure professionalism and respect for her clients and opposing counsel.

Tsvetelina Gerova-Wilson, Unknown Attorney on Jul 17, 2017
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Helena is a very experienced attorney who is also easy going and personable. She has been an invaluable source of knowledge and support for myself and other newer attorneys in the area of family law.

Joanna Cobleigh, Divorce and separation Attorney on May 16, 2017
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Helena is a knowledgeable, highly competent attorney and mediator to whom I often refer clients. She is dedicated to her clients and is well respected in the Family Law community.

Arose Nielsen, Family Attorney on Mar 22, 2016
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Attorney Friedman is extremely knowledgeable and experienced. Although a fierce advocate, she is also personable - which is important for clients going through the stress of divorce or other family law matters.

Lance Chavin, Child custody Attorney on Mar 18, 2016
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I endorse this lawyer. A true and dynamite advocate for her clients!

Christian Lassen, Unknown Attorney on Sep 6, 2014
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Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community.

Tobias Licker, Divorce and separation Attorney on Oct 22, 2013
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I endorse this lawyer.

Raymond Dinsmore, Child custody Attorney on Feb 20, 2013
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Having worked with Attorney Friedman on several child welfare matters, I can attest to her professionalism and diligence.

Eric Stepanov, Unknown Attorney on Dec 18, 2012
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I sincerely endorse attorney Friedman! The answers of Ms. Friedman are consistently accurate, analytic and customized to the needs of the Avvo asker. These are exactly the qualities that every client would be looking for in hiring an attorney.

Howard Lewis, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jul 1, 2011
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I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Friedman is an outstanding attonrney with an excellent reputation. She is a strong and zealous advocate for her clients and a credit to the legal profession. I highly reccomend her.

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Best Lawyer in town (Hassle free divorce)

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Professional Excellence

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Highly effective and super professional!

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To the point

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She’s very helpful and considerate.A good adviser and she knows what she’s doing, Always ready to listen .

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Very Professional

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Straight to the point

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Stellar Representation

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