Karli-Marie Fernandez

PRO

Karli-Marie Fernandez

5.0
107 reviews
This is an aggregated review score of Avvo and Lawyers.com reviews.
Rating: 8.1

Licensed for 24 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Worcester, MA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Domestic Violence

47 Harvard Street, Worcester, MA

About Karli-Marie

Biography

Representation with Results! Karli S. Fernandez focuses her practice on efficiency & attentiveness.

Custody cases are often very emotional. Let us help you navigate the court system.

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Child Custody 25%

I also handle cases concerning support and visitation as well as uncontested and contested divorces, grandparents' rights and adoptions.

21 years

25%
Criminal Defense 25%

I handle cases of: OUI, Assault and Battery, Assault and Battery with a Dangerous Weapon, Shoplifiitng, Larceny, Violation of Restraining Order, Violations of Probation, and all other district court cases.

21 years

25%
Divorce and Separation 25%

I also handle cases concerning child custody, support visitation as well as uncontested, contested divorces, and grandparents' rights.

21 years

25%
Domestic Violence 25%

Restraining Orders and violations of restraining orders.

21 years

25%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 350-375 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2026 2025 2024
...
+ 9

Licenses

Licensed in Massachusetts for 24 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 2002

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Farrell Fernandez

47 Harvard Street, Worcester, MA, 01609

kfernandezesq.mystrikingly.com/

Karli-Marie Fernandez's Reviews

Showing 6 - 10 of 16 reviews | Communication Style

Posted by BettyAnn | November 12, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Betty -Ann

ABSOLUTELY A STAR ATTORNEY!! Karli is an outstanding attorney who went above and beyond to clear a case for my son. We live in Connecticut so she communicated and coordinated everything so professionally. But more importantly, she has compassion. She cleared this case by working so many extra hours... did everything she could and she won the case. This means the world to our family, my son, his daughter, and we will be forever grateful for all of her hard work and expertise. We were so lucky to have her as our attorney.

Posted by Ryan | September 17, 2024 | Hired Attorney

Hands down a must have

I was very fortunate to have been given a recommendation to karli from another local attorney. I reached out to karli, and she responded very quickly. Was very attentive from the start. I felt extremely comfortable, and confident very quickly after talking/meeting with her, That karli is the attorney... that knows exactly how to treat clients, and knows her career. Karli takes alot of pride in ehat she does, she is very intelligent. I was impressed how quickly she knew exactly what she was going to do/had to do. Her communication with me was great, her willingness to be flexible in meeting as we were 45 minutes apart. Not planning on it, but if needed an attorney again, karli will be the one I can count on, and anyone considering karli, you will not be disappointed

Posted by anonymous | February 23, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

She will be honest and always on your side against anybody

Karli worked on my case, a custody battle. As you might know custody battles are messy. However she always contact me or call me whenever I needed clarification about something, and let me know when there was a conflict of interest right away (which I found refreshing). She was very professional with... the other parties, but always defending your case in a professional and effective manner. I was able to get full custody of my kids, and I cry with her and my family. She tries to always a understand what you are going through and fight relentlessly through the right channels to win your case. We will always be in debt, since my kids safety and happiness have no price tag. Thank you for ever Karli.

Posted by anonymous | April 26, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

A Force To Be Reckoned With!

Karli proved with seemingly effortlessness that she was made for the field of confrontation. She keeps her timelines by staying organized. She works swiftly and quietly behind the scenes while reassuring you that she has it all handled. When she takes action in the court room she is a force that c...annot be ignored. I pity the offense as she does not mess around, you can leave the ill-prepared offense at the court room door because Karli will cut through the weak points like a hot knife leaving the offense with nothing but pieces of misdirected evidence. The offense had no chance without substantial evidence beyond a doubt because Karli preps for the confrontation by knowing every detail by heart so she is seemless in her arguments and rebuttals. After watching her execute the natural fighter in her on the first court day she had all my trust. If I had concerns about the opposing party's advances she would respond with assurance that if there were need to be concerned she would be finding a way to put that doubt to rest. I was facing all kinds of uncertainties in my future and Karli's skill and reputation gave me back my future goals for my family. She surpassed my expectations and I was able to rest easy the night before my final court days because I trusted Karli had it all under control. Highly-highly recommend her to anyone, she is unbelievable and clearly respected in her profession by her peers and colleagues!

Posted by April | March 18, 2021 | Hired Attorney

The absolute best!

Karli is the best! She is professional, extremely easy to talk to and makes sure you understand everything that you need to. She takes the time to answer questions and is completely thorough. She helped me through an extremely difficult time in my life and I can't thank her enough for what she did ...for me! I would highly recommend her!

See All Client Reviews

Karli-Marie Fernandez's Lawyer Endorsements

Endorse Karli-Marie
Mary Beth Ayvazian headshot
Mary Beth Ayvazian

Family lawyer | Aug 23

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Attorney Fernandez is sharp, compassionate and diligent in her representation of her clients. I endorse this attorney."

Lauren M. Bernatchez headshot
Lauren Bernatchez

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

Jennifer LaBaire headshot
Jennifer LaBaire

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 25

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

Brynn Zawada headshot
Brynn Zawada

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Fernandez is a zealous advocate for her clients."

Carey Hugh Smith headshot
Carey Smith

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Fernandez is someone who works had for her clients, and doesn't back down to anyone!"

Michael R. Taylor headshot
Michael Taylor

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. A hard worker"

Anthony Toratsugu Fujii headshot
Anthony Fujii

Appeals lawyer | Aug 20

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Energetic and honest. Amongst the hardest working lawyers I know."

Ellen L. O'Connor headshot
Ellen O'Connor

Probate lawyer | May 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

Jennifer T Currie headshot
Jennifer Currie

Family lawyer | Jun 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

J. L. Roncone III headshot
J. Roncone

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

View All Endorsements
Jennifer T Currie headshot
Jennifer Currie

Criminal defense lawyer

Brynn Zawada headshot
Brynn Zawada

Family lawyer

Carey Hugh Smith headshot
Carey Smith

Criminal defense lawyer

Michael R. Taylor headshot
Michael Taylor

Criminal defense lawyer

Ellen L. O'Connor headshot
Ellen O'Connor

Criminal defense lawyer

J. L. Roncone III headshot
J. Roncone

Divorce and separation lawyer

John L Roncone Jr headshot
John Roncone

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.1 (Excellent)

Honors

2014

Client Choice Award, AVVO

Work Experience

2021 - Present

Partner, Farrell Fernandez PC

2008 - Present

Bar Advocate, Commonwealth Of Massachusetts

2007 - Present

Owner, Law Office of Karli S. Fernandez

2007 - 2013

Adjunct Professor, Mount Wachusett Community College

Associations

2023 - Present

Massachusetts Association of Criminal Defense Lawy

Member

2022 - Present

Bar Advocates of Worcester County

Board Member

2012 - 2013

Northern Worcester County Bar

Board Member

2009 - 2012

Northern Worcester County Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Father Retained Counsel to Seek Custody of Minor Child

Father granted phyical and legal custody

See More Legal Cases

Education

2000

California Western School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2023

CLE: Restraining Orders

Restraining Orders

Languages

English

Activity

Avvo Rating

Our Rating is calculated using information the lawyer has included on their profile in addition to the information we collect from state bar associations and other organizations that license legal professionals. Attorneys who claim their profiles and provide Avvo with more information tend to have a higher rating than those who do not.

What determines Avvo Rating?
  • Experience & background Years licensed, work experience, education
  • Legal community recognition Peer endorsements, associations, awards
  • Legal thought leadership Publications, speaking engagements
  • Discipline Disciplinary information may not be comprehensive, or updated. We recommend that you always check a lawyer's disciplinary status with their respective state bar association before hiring them.
Avvo Rating Levels
10.0 - 9.0 Superb8.9 - 8.0 Excellent7.9 - 7.0 Very Good6.9 - 6.0 Good5.9 - 5.0 Average4.9 - 4.0 Concern3.9 - 3.0 Caution2.9 - 2.0 Strong Caution1.9 - 1.0 Extreme Caution