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For over 30 years, Attorney Marsha V. Kazarosian has represented plaintiffs in the areas of civil rights, discrimination, and personal injury, as well as family law litigation and criminal defense. Attorney Kazarosian is also an experienced mediator, resolving cases involving professional negligence, contracts, personal injury, and business disputes.
Attorney Kazarosian vigorously advocates for her clients to reach the best results. She has a consistent and proven record of success as demonstrated by her 10.0 Superb rating from and her Martindale Peer Review Rating of AV Preeminent. Boston magazine again recognized her as a Top Boston Lawyer in 2024,.
She has been listed as a Massachusetts Super Lawyer by Super Lawyers publication every year since 2006 in areas including Civil Rights, Personal Injury Litigation and Family Law and is recognized by the publication as one of the Top 50 Women Super Lawyers in MA and one of the Top 100 Super Lawyers in Massachusetts. In 2006, Attorney Kazarosian was featured in Massachusetts Super Lawyers Magazine’s cover story, showcasing her career biography and her climb to national recognition.
In 2024, Attorney Kazarosian was inducted as a fellow of the American College of Trial Attorneys, and currently sits on the state Committee.
Best Lawyers©, the oldest and most respected attorney ranking service in the world, which publishes its attorney listings in partnership with U.S. News & World Report and other media partners, has also recognized Attorney Kazarosian in the fields of Plaintiff’s Personal Injury Litigation, Civil Rights, and Employment Law, nad named her Lawyer of the Year in Plaintiffs Personal Injury Litigation - Boston in 2023.
Attorney Kazarosian has been involved in ground-breaking legal cases, including a multimillion-dollar verdict in a gender discrimination suit against the Haverhill Golf and Country Club, the first case of its kind to go to trial in the country. As a result of extensive post-trial litigation and appeals, the victory in Borne, et al. v. Haverhill Golf and Country Club, Inc. became a landmark case in the nation for gender discrimination in a country club/membership-based club setting. Attorney Kazarosian continues to fight against gender discrimination and has affirmed her stature as a leading litigator in discrimination cases.
Attorney Kazarosian continues to fight discrimination, police excessive force, and sexual harassment in the workplace. In 2016, she succeeded in the First Circuit Court of Appeals by overturning the dismissal of a case filed by her client in the US District Court in Boston when a Lawrence, MA police officer raped her client while on duty. In 2001, she defeated claims of disability discrimination in a landmark case against the manager of a racquetball club who was sued under the Americans with Disabilities Act in the case of Kuketz v. Petronelli.
Among Attorney Kazarosian’s high-profile criminal cases is her representation of one of the then-juvenile defendants accused of the murder of Gregory Smart in New Hampshire. The national attention of that murder case inspired tremendous media coverage including two movies: one with Helen Hunt entitled “Murder in New Hampshire, the Pamela Smart Case,” and one with Nicole Kidman entitled “To Die For.” Attorney Kazarosian has twice appeared on the Oxygen Network series Snapped related to the Pamela Smart murder case, which has also been the subject of an episode of American Justice.
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Acquired: 1990
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State: Massachusetts
Acquired: 1982
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546 Main Street., Haverhill, MA, 01830-3222
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Posted by Kelly | March 22, 2021 | Hired Attorney
I interviewed at least eight lawyers before deciding to work with Marsha. It was important for me to hire a lawyer whose firm was large enough to include a certified public accountant but not so big it was impersonal. The law office of Marsha Kazarosian offered exactly what I needed; personalized, ...
Posted by anonymous | March 14, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Following my husband’s tragic death, Marsha came to my aid during a contentious family matter. Her legal expertise, compassion and unflappability navigated a maze of unexpected challenges. I felt heard every step of the way and Marsha aptly provided me with access to other team members who specialize...
Posted by Kevin | March 11, 2021 | Hired Attorney
I required Marsha's service for a challenging divorce case involving the possibility of a trial. Marsha is an experienced trial lawyer and I found her to be intensely focused on preparation on both applicable laws and how best to apply evidence. While in the court room she executed her strategy flaw...
Posted by Marea | March 11, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Attorney Kazarosian represented me in my extemely difficult divorce. She is not only professional, kind and caring, but her thorough knowledge of the law is above and beyond anything I have witnessed before. Attorney Kazarosian put me at ease and I felt so comfortable, because I knew from her man...
Posted by Dottie | November 8, 2013
Attorney Marsha Kazarosian lives up to her name and more. She not only has an incredible knowledge and respect with the law but more importantly she truly cares about her clients and their rights. I have never seen or felt someone fight for my family the way she did. For the first time in a five y...
"In law school it was apparent that Marsha would be an outstanding trial attorney. Like her father before her, Marsha takes on difficult and ground-breaking cases. Marsha is passionate about access to justice for all. Marsha has the ability to communicate with everyone. She is the first person I call when I have a client who requires representation in a divorce, as a result of an injury or has been the victim of discrimination. Her knowledge of the substantive law as well as civil procedure in state and federal courts is outstanding. I have witnessed Marsha preparing for a case and in the courtroom. She is the most prepared attorney. Her judgment is impeccable. Marsha's expertise, integrity and compassion make her a superb attorney."
"I have known Marsha Kazarosian for at least 15 years. I am familiar with her work as a litigator handling discrimination, divorce, personal injury, and criminal matters. I have only the highest regard for Marsha. She is tough, tenacious and creative. Her results tell the story: She really comes through for her clients. On top of that, Marsha is generous with her time, giving thousands of hours for the legal community in her service to bar associations and other organization. She is a truly exceptional lawyer, and on top of that, a simply wonderful person."
"I ENTHUSIASTICALLY endorse Marsha. Over the years, I have referred a number of clients with family law matters to Marsha. She is in my view, the best in the business. Her personalized approach breeds client satisfaction. Her tenacious advocacy begets consistently fabulous results. More important, she is a decent and caring human being who relates well to clients and adversaries alike. I trust Marsha. She is the best."
"I endorse this lawyer. Marsha Kazarosian is well liked, maybe loved is more fitting, by all lawyers and judges within Essex County. She is intelligent, experienced and cares about her clients. I've had the pleasure to watch this expert in action on many Court hearings and trials. She fights for her clients. The best thing about Marsha, for being as good as she is, she's down to earth, approachable and friendly. I trust few. However, Marsha has earned my trust as I'm confident she will earn yours. Every practicing attorney in Essex County knows she's top notch. Thank you Marsha."
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2017
Super Lawyer - Top Women Lawyers in Massachusetts, Thomson Reuters
2016
Super Lawyer, Thomson Reuters
2015
Super Lawyer, Thomson Reuters
2014
Super Lawyer, Thomson Reuters
2013
Super Lawyer - Top 50 Women Massachusetts Lawyers, Thomson Reuters
2012
Super Lawyer Top 50 Women Lawyers New England, Thomson Reuters
2012
Super Lawyer, Thomson Reuters
2011
Super Lawyer, Thomson Reuters
2010
Super Lawyer, Thomson Reuters
2009
Super Lawyer - Top 50 Women Lawyers New England, Thomson Reuters
2009
Super Lawyer, Thomson Reuters
2008
Super Lawyer, Personal Injury, Law & Politics Magazine
2007
Super Lawyer Massachusetts, Family Law, Law & Politics Magazine
2006
Super Lawyer Massachusetts, Family Law, Law & Politics Magazine
2006
Top 50 Female Lawyers in Massachusetts, Law & Politics Magazine
2000
Top 10 Lawyers in Massachusetts, Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly
2014 - Present
Partner, Kazarosian Costello LLP
1982 - 2014
Partner, Kazarosian Law Offices
2016 - Present
Special Nominating Commission Supreme Judicial CourtCommissioner
2008 - Present
Massachusetts Bar AssociationMultiple Chairs
1993 - Present
Massachusetts Bar FoundationFellow
2012 - 2013
Massachusetts Bar AssociationTreasurer
2012 - 2016
Massachusetts Bar FoundationBoard of Trustees
2012 - 2016
Massachusetts Continuing Legal Education, Inc.Board of Trustees
2011 - 2012
Massachusetts Bar AssociationVice President
2010 - 2011
Massachusetts Bar AssociationSecretary
2008 - 2009
Massachusetts Bar AssociationVice President
2006 - 2008
Massachusetts Academy of Trial AttorneysPresident
2002 - 2004
Essex County Bar AssociationPresident
1982
JD - Juris Doctor
1978
BA - Bachelor of Arts
1974
HS
2010
2002
English
Armenian