Katherine McCarthy Amato

Katherine McCarthy Amato

3.7
Rating: 7.1

Licensed for 12 years

Family Lawyer at Springfield, MA
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Child Support

1500 Main Street, Suite 1600, Springfield, MA

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Licenses

Licensed in Connecticut for 11 years

State: Connecticut

Acquired: 2014

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Massachusetts for 12 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 2013

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Robinson Donovan, P.C.

1500 Main Street, Suite 1600, Springfield, MA, 01115

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3.7 /5.0

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Posted by anonymous | December 05, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Family

Katherine McCarthy Amato

Katherine is by far and away the best thing that happened to our family in the worst of situations. She brought clarity, compassion and understanding to our legal troubles. She understands what women go through when involved with men that do not care or appreciate the women in their life. Thank ...you Kate for all you have done for my daughter and our family.

Posted by anonymous | January 22, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Contracts & Agreements

unprofessional and did more harm than help at all

Very unprofessional and made life more difficult for me and my legal situation harder but breaking contract for no reason. I asked her to send a email and wrote one that was not what I wanted so my boyfriend a lawyer and I wrote what we thought it should saw and she said that she wasn't going to be a... ghost writer, she made me wait 3 months and never even. filed with the court what she told me was urgent. I was really hurt that I did what we agreed and she did the opposite and hurt me and my case but mostly my daughter.

Posted by Elizabeth | September 26, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Family

Outstanding Legal Representation

If you aim to secure an exceptional lawyer, then Attorney Amato is highly recommended. She is an outstanding, multi-faceted lawyer who practices family law to the utmost standard. Her command of the law, coupled with her tenacity and prodigious work ethic, make Attorney Amato the right decision for... someone seeking excellent legal representation. Her professional candor and personability is immediately apparent, continuing through even the most contentious situations. She remains on a progressive, forward course to resolve the matters at hand, and is readily accessible to her client and their needs. Her interactions are conducted with integrity and fervor, demonstrating her genuine vested interest in the outcome of her client’s case. Furthermore, she maintains comprehensive, up-to-date information regarding developments to her client’s case. In addition, Attorney Amato possesses a thorough knowledge of relevant case law, as well as continued participation in professional development pursuits. This means you will have a lawyer who keeps pertinent legal occurrences at the forefront, as well as a solid rapport with members of the judicial system including, but not limited to: fellow attorneys, judges, court clergy, administrative staff, etc. On a personal level, Attorney Amato transformed what would have otherwise been an unbearable situation into a manageable, gratifying experience. Because of her personal and professional excellence, our lives have been completely changed. I am confident knowing I have her legal prowess on our side, and you will too.

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Experience

Rating:  7.1 (Very Good)

Honors

2017

Invitee to Senetor Eric Lesser's round table discussion, Senator Eric Lesser's

2016

Excellence in the Law Award, Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly

2016

40 Under 40 Award, Springfield College 40 Under 40 Award Recipient

Work Experience

2013 - Present

Associate, Robinson Donovan, P.C.

2013 - 2013

Legal Intern, Committee for Public Counsel Services, Youth Advocacy Division

2012 - 2012

Legal Intern, The Children’s Law Center of Connecticut

2012 - 2012

Legal Intern, Robinson Donovan, PC

2011 - 2011

Judaical Intern, Massachusetts Superior Court

Associations

2018 - Present

Hampden County Legal Clinic’s Pro Bono Associate Advisory Board

Member

2016 - Present

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Hampden County

Volunteer

2013 - Present

Massachusetts Bar Association

Member

2013 - Present

Connecticut Bar Association

Member

2017 - 2017

Massachusetts Bar Association Statewide High School Mock Trial Program

Volunteer Judge

Education

2013

Northeastern University

JD - Juris Doctor

2009

Springfield College

B.A., magna cum laude, in English, with minor in Philosophy

Speaking Engagements

2015

Family Law Trial Advocacy Workshop

Trial Practice

Publications

2016

BusinessWest The Law Struggles to Keep Pace with Advancing Technology

Languages

English

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