$ 350-350 per hour
Michael Mayer Franklin
About Michael
Biography
Massachusetts Divorce Attorney/ Family Law Attorneyand Criminal Attorney Michael M. Franklin, Esq.
Attorney MichaelM. Franklin was born in Worcester, Massachusetts, in 1963. AttorneyFranklin began his legal internship in the prestigious family law firmof Norman and Ricci in 1984 while a junior at Clark University. Hemaintained a relationship with this firm throughout law school atWestern New England College School of Law. Upon graduation from lawschool, Mr. Franklin worked as an associate attorney at Norman andRicci from 1991 until 1993. Mr. Franklin has maintained his own lawpractice since 1995. He has been a certified family law mediator since2000.
Worcester, MA Attorney Michael Franklin's Website
Worcester Divorce Lawyer
Worcester, MA Lawyers
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
50%
36 years
Divorce and Separation
50%
36 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Massachusetts for 35 years
State: Massachusetts
Acquired: 1990
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Location
Law Offices of Michael Mayer Franklin
5 State Street, Suite 1F, Worcester, MA, 01609
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Michael Mayer Franklin's Reviews
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Posted by Phil | November 29, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Great lawyer
Professional, thorough, and easy to work with - I would recommend Michael to anyone interested in legal counsel.
Posted by anonymous | August 6, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Great Divorce Atty
Michael's calm manner and encyclopedic knowledge of family law helped me to get the settlement I was looking for in a hostile divorce. Thank You Michael
Posted by Ricardo | July 30, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Great attorney
Attorney Franklin fought hard for me in my divorce. I was paying child support and my ex wife was also seeking alimony. Michael was honest and straightforward with me throughout the process. He was well prepared for all Court hearings and his Paralegal was always available when Attorney Franklin wa...
Posted by Sheryle | July 12, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Do not hire!!!!
Michael Franklin charged me a ton of money for my divorce and did nothing for me. I had to switch attorneys. He even interrogated me in front of my Ex and his attorney. I hardly talked to him on the phone. Only his Secretary and was charged full price of 350.00 a hour. The Secretary would talk about...
Posted by mei | December 29, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
truth
Attorney Franklin: you didn’t earn my fees: you robbed me with the help of your assistance. Of course, it’s my view. Your fees structure is atypical: Billing? Not twice a month, not even once a month, I was billed whenever you feel like it, at the rate of paralegal =lawyer $350/hr. (I received 2 ...
Michael Franklin
Replied last January 1, 2018Mei, I'm sorry you feel this way especially because we seemed to have such a good rapport during our meetings and telephone conversations. My fee structure was carefully explained to you, you signed a fee agreement which contained my fee structure and I must disagree with you about it being atypical. Your case involved a lot of work preparing pleadings, your financial statement and requesting and responding to discovery (information requests and responses to information requested from opposing counsel). Your case was heading to trial and depositions were about to be scheduled. Much work was performed getting it to that stage. You did not speak with me about your concerns off line before making this post or even before you left 2 months ago. Perhaps, if you had, your issues could have been resolved.
Michael Mayer Franklin's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Well Respected and obtains excellent results for his clients"
"I endorse this lawyer. He is a highly skilled attorney and gets exceptional results for his clients. He is well respected by court workers, judges, and fellow lawyers."
"I endorse Michael. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I have been in court on many occasions with Attorney Franklin. He is always prepared and is a zealous advocate for his clients. I endorse him unequivocally."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mike is a dedicated and experienced lawyer who works hard for his clients."
"Attorney Franklin is a tireless advocate for his client's rights. His cases are always prepared and he is ready to defend. He has the right blend of compasion and experience, that makes him a great lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. I've been working with and against Attorney Franklin for a number of years. I have such a high regard for his skills I have referred cases to him."
"I have known and worked with Attorney Franklin for over twenty years both as a prosecutor and now as a defense attorney. I would highly recommend Attorney Franklin."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Known Michael for many years and is one of the best attorney's in Worcester county"
"I endorse this lawyer's work."
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Experience
Honors
2015
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2011
Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell
2011
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
1999
Certifed Divorce and Family Law Mediator, Coast to Coast Mediation Centers
Work Experience
1995 - Present
Owner, Michael M. Franklin, Esq.
1994 - 1994
Associate, The Law Office of Cranston and Cranston
1989 - 1993
Associate, Law Offices of Norman & Ricci
Associations
1990 - Present
Massachusetts Bar AssociationMember
1990 - Present
Worcester County Bar AssociationMember
Education
1989
Western New England College School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1985
Clark University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English