$ 395-425 per hour
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Barbra Ilene Black
also known as Barbra Black, Tesconi
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About Barbra
Biography
Barbra I. Black has been practicing law for over 31 years and is a founding member and the managing partner of Black, LaFrance & Bollinger, LLC. Attorney Black was a former partner at the Boston, MA law firm of Burns & Levinson, LLP, where she practiced for over eight years in the firm's Divorce and Family Law group. Prior to that, she was a solo practitioner for several years, focusing her practice in the area of domestic relations litigation.
Attorney Black concentrates her practice in the areas of divorce & family law in both Massachusetts and New Hampshire. Attorney Black has extensive litigation and trial experience and handles a variety of family law cases involving complex and diverse issues. Attorney Black's divorce & family law practice includes, but is not limited to, prenuptial & postnuptial agreements, joint petitions for divorce, contested divorce actions, same sex divorce actions, custody and or child support cases and modification and contempt cases. Ms. Black is a member of the Massachusetts and New Hampshire Bar Associations and the Massachusetts Family and Probate Inns of Court. She is a graduate of Suffolk University Law School and Brandeis University. Attorney Black has been selected as a "Super Lawyer" as published in Boston Magazine for the past several years.
High Quality Family Law Representation Through Committed and Zealous Advocacy. Call now for a consultation!
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Divorce and Separation
50%
32 years
Child Custody
25%
32 years
Child Support
25%
32 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
Licenses
Licensed in New Hampshire for 15 years
State: New Hampshire
Acquired: 2010
No misconduct found
Licensed in Massachusetts for 32 years
State: Massachusetts
Acquired: 1992
No misconduct found
Location
Black, LaFrance & Bollinger, LLC
(781) 569-5840
Fax
61 Spit Brook Road, Suite 407, Nashua, NH, 03060
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Barbra Ilene Black's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 30 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Molly | April 3, 2023 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Replacement Counsel
I am so sincerely grateful for Barbra's counsel and kindness throughout what was honestly one of the most difficult experiences of my life. She managed up to my busy schedule and tendencies to put myself and my own life on the back burner. I would highly recommend her and her firm.
Posted by GL | May 16, 2022 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Shrewd, considerate and sensitive.
Attorney B. Black was quick to understand the sensitive spots in my case and maneuvered around to accommodate but be firm when need be. She is quick, sharp and I felt I could trust her as a person and her judgement as an attorney.
Posted by MaryBeth | March 2, 2022 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Professional Team
Barbra and her team made the divorce process tolerable. They communicated well and I felt in the loop at all times. I am glad to have found her. I would recommend this law firm for your divorce.
Posted by anonymous | July 15, 2021 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Outstanding
Tough, (in the best way) responsive, sharp legal mind, and communicative. This divorce, as it is for most people, was one of the most difficult experiences of my life. I am so grateful for Barbra's legal expertise and tenacity in advocating for me. If it weren't for the circumstances under which we m...
Posted by anonymous | April 22, 2021 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Third time was the charm!
I hired Barbra in the middle of my divorce when two others did nothing to move my case forward. My second attorney insisted that only if I refinance the marital home, that was already paid off, will he be able to work on an agreement. From the very beginning Barbra explained how assets are divided, ...
Barbra Ilene Black's Lawyer Endorsements
"Barbra is a tenacious lawyer who zealously advocates for her clients. I had the pleasure of having Barbra as a colleague at Burns and Levinson for several years prior to her opening-up her own practice. Whatever the challange, Barbra is always prepared to attack it head on and secure the best possible deal for her clients. Practical and focused, Barbra is valuable resource to have in your corner."
"Barbra brings 30 years of experience and incomparable tenacity to all of her cases. Her formidable advocacy and shrewdness make her a stellar family law practitioner."
"I endorse this lawyer. Barbra is my partner. She and I have worked together for almost five (5) years. Barbra is a powerhouse of a lawyer. She is a zealous advocate for her clients. Many of her client's are high wage earners with significant assets. She skillfully navigates her client's through those divorces with as little drama as possible. Barbra is an excellent lawyer to have your corner."
"Barbra is an exceptional lawyer. She is smart and practical, never losing sight of her clients' goals. Most of all, she is a kind, decent person who fights hard, but fair. I endorse her without reservation."
"I endorse this lawyer. Barbra Black is a strong and compassionate advocate for her clients. She has the skills needed to take a case to trial and also knows when a case needs to be settled. Barbra is an extremely hard worker and dedicates herself to each and every client. Barbra is an effective listener and strives to understand the needs and desires of her clients. She is a true professional."
"I worked with Barbra Black for several years. She is, by a country mile, one of the best family lawyers I have ever known. Any client should be consider themselves very lucky to have her as their representative."
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"I highly endorse Attorney Black for any case involving Family Law. She is smart, aggressive and compassionate and always does a fantastic job for her clients."
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"Barbra Black is a very good attorney. She provided comprehensive representation for an opposing party in a case that I had with her. She is intelligent, practical and does not create unnecessary drama in cases."
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"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Black was my Family Law Professor at New England School of Law. Attorney Black left me with a wealth of information and interest in regards to family law. Attorney Black's passion for family law influenced me greatly and let to the opening of my own family law practice."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Thomson Reuters
2021
Super Lawyer, Thomson Reuters
2020
Super Lawyer, Thomson Reuters
2019
Super Lawyer, Thomson Reuters
2018
Super Lawyer, Thomson Reuters
2017
Super Lawyer, Thomson Reuters
2016
Super Lawyer, Thomson Reuters
2015
Super Lawyer, Thomson Reuters
2014
Super Lawyer, Thomson Reuters
2014
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2005
Rising Star, Thomson Reuters
Work Experience
2010 - Present
Managing Partner, Black, LaFrance & Bollinger, LLC (f/k/a The Black Law Group, LLC)
2008 - Present
Adjunct Professor, New England School of Law
2001 - 2009
Associate/Partner, Burns & Levinson LLP
2001 - 2001
Associate, Friedman & Atherton
1993 - 1999
Solo Practitioner, Law Office of Barbra Ilene Black
Associations
2017 - Present
Massachusetts Bar AssociationMember
2017 - Present
Women's Bar Association of MassachusettsMember
2010 - Present
New Hampshire Bar AssociationMember
2003 - Present
Massachusetts Family and Probate Inn of CourtMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Commonwealth v. Paul Sands
Expert testimony required for HGN test
Education
1992
Suffolk University Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1988
Brandeis University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2018
MCLE seminars (various)
Divorce and Family Law
2012
Massachusetts Continuing Legal Education, Inc.
Effective Use of 3rd Party Witnesses & Modifications of Support
2011
Judge Edward Ginsburg - Family Law Class
Pre Trial Conferences in Divorce
2010
Massachusetts Continuing Legal Education, Inc.
How to Try a Divorce Case
2008
A Roadmap Through Divorce Proceedings
Divorce
Publications
2011
Massachusetts Continuing Legal Education (MCLE)
Massachusetts Divorce Law Practice Manual
2008
Massachusetts Continuing Legal Education (MCLE)
Massachusetts Divorce Law Practice Manual
2002
Focus
Division of Inherited and Gifted Assets
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers