Overall Rating
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This is an aggregated review score of Avvo and Lawyers.com reviews.
5.0 /5.0
107 Client Reviews
$ 350-375 per hour
About Karli-Marie
Biography
My practice predominantly focuses on family law and criminal defense and I pride myself on being efficient. Your time and mine are valuable and I like to work a case as thoroughly as possible without wasting excessive time and money.
While many people view their job as just that, a job, my career is a passion, therefore, I teach at a local community college. There, I try to pass on the importance of understanding how and why things are done, hoping to inspire others to make choices that will garner positive results.
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%
21 years
Criminal Defense
25%
21 years
Divorce and Separation
25%
21 years
Domestic Violence
25%
21 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2026 2025 2024
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9
Licenses
Licensed in Massachusetts for 24 years
State: Massachusetts
Acquired: 2002
No misconduct found
Location
Farrell Fernandez
(978) 571-5062
Mobile
47 Harvard Street, Worcester, MA, 01609
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Karli-Marie Fernandez's Reviews
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Practice Areas
Lawsuits & Disputes (25)
Criminal Defense (20)
Divorce & Separation (17)
Child Custody (12)
Family (6)
Child Support (4)
Litigation (4)
DUI & DWI (3)
Domestic Violence (3)
Probate (3)
Consumer Protection (1)
Debt Settlement (1)
Elder Law (1)
Guardianship (1)
Gun Law (1)
Personal Injury (1)
Real Estate (1)
Speeding & Traffic Ticket (1)
Violent Crime (1)
What Clients Mention
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Posted by Vincent | September 04, 2025 | Lawsuits & Disputes
A Case that gave me sleepless night was dismissed because Attorney Karli was my defense.
Ten years ago Attorney Karli chose my family and defended my wife in a suit that would have caused a huge devastation to my family. But with her professionalism we came out of that case successfully in that case and my family was blessed for having her. Attorney Karli was God sent. Few months ago t...
Posted by Jamie | August 27, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
Exceptional!
Karli Fernandez is incredibly compassionate, intelligent and honest. She represented me after I was assaulted. Karli was always available to talk, answer questions, she responded promptly, despite knowing how busy her schedule was. She is extremely intelligent and navigated me through one of the mos...
Posted by Susannah | August 21, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Shes a fighter!
Karli is an extremely talented and fierce woman to have on your side! Bottom line, you want to win, call Karli. I could not have even imagined a better person to have advocating and representing me.
Posted by Brenda | August 21, 2025 | Hired Attorney
That she is an excellent lawyer
EXCELLENT I have hired Karlie for myself and family members for different situations. No matter the problem or time she has got the job Done ! She knows what she is doing and which way she needs to go with your case for your best interest or what is most important to you. you can sit back and rest a...
Posted by Alexandra | June 12, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Excellent Attorney!
Karli made a tough situation easier to handle giving me peace of mind during a very difficult time. She knows the courts,, she knows the system and she knows how to get the job done. If you want results and peace of mind knowing a competent person has your back then hire Karli for the job.
Karli-Marie Fernandez's Lawyer Endorsements
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Jennifer Currie
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Brynn Zawada
Family lawyer
Carey Smith
Criminal defense lawyer
Michael Taylor
Criminal defense lawyer
Ellen O'Connor
Criminal defense lawyer
J. Roncone
Divorce and separation lawyer
John Roncone
Family lawyer
Experience
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 LawyMember
2022 - Present
Bar Advocates of Worcester CountyBoard Member
2012 - 2013
Northern Worcester County BarBoard Member
2009 - 2012
Northern Worcester County Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Father Retained Counsel to Seek Custody of Minor Child
Father granted phyical and legal custody
Education
2000
California Western School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
Speaking Engagements
2023
CLE: Restraining Orders
Restraining Orders
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers