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Patricia S Fernandez
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Biography
Patricia S. Fernandez was recently "Of Counsel" to Atwood & Cherny, P.C., a prominent Boston area boutique domestic relations firm. Prior to that, she was the managing partner at Fernandez, Socci & Nieves and Patricia S. Fernandez & Associates, which began in 1996. A graduate of Yale Law School, Attorney Fernandez has concentrated her practice in domestic relations since 1986. She was admitted to practice in Massachusetts in 1986.
Pat employs her extensive experience to craft intelligent solutions to clients’ problems and to guide clients towards realistic goals. She aiming to resolve matters in the manner most cost-efficient and beneficial to her clients. Attorney Fernandez has ample trial experience on which to draw, although she is no longer actively litigating. She has conducted numerous trials (one as long as 15 days) in the Massachusetts Probate and Family Courts.
Throughout her career, Ms. Fernandez has taken on a wide range of roles. She has been certified as an arbitrator through the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers. She has been appointed as a guardian ad litem, trustee, conciliator, receiver and discovery master in various family law cases. She is a Certified Financial Litigator through the American Academy of Certified Financial Litigators. Attorney Fernandez has consistently appeared in “Best Lawyers in America” since 2006 and was named a “Massachusetts Super Lawyer” for 20 years. She has lectured extensively to her peers on many family law issues through various continuing legal education entities.
Attorney Fernandez volunteers as a conciliator for the Essex County Bar Association Conciliation Program. She served as a hearing committee member for the Massachusetts Board of Bar Overseers. from 2010 to 2015, an organization that deals with issues related to professional misconduct. She has also served in leadership roles in the Massachusetts Chapter of the American Academy of Matrimonial. Lawyers, Massachusetts Family & Probate American Inns of Court, Massachusetts Bar Association and the Lawrence Bar Association.
Prenuptial Agreements, Joint Tenancy Agreements, Remote Mediation, Documentation for uncontested divorces, available for court-appointment as a Discovery Master.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Divorce and Separation
50%
Family
20%
39 years
Marriage and Prenuptials
20%
Mediation
10%
Fees and Rates
Awards
2026
Licenses
Licensed in Massachusetts for 39 years
State: Massachusetts
Acquired: 1986
No misconduct found
Licensed in New Hampshire for 10 years
State: New Hampshire
Acquired: 2016
No misconduct found
Location
Patricia S. Fernandez
(978) 797-8681
Mobile
873 Turnpike Street, North Andover, MA, 01845
patfernandez.com/Online Presence
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Patricia S Fernandez's Reviews
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Posted by Mike | June 02, 2026 | Hired Attorney
Reliable, responsive and trustworthy.
Pat came highly recommended by a work colleague who she also helped with a difficult divorce. Divorce is not easy but you hope it can be amicable and rational; however, when it turns to worst case Pat is definitely someone with great experience you want in your corner.
Posted by Robert | April 05, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Efficient and Clear
Attorney Fernandez was fantastic in negotiating my divorce settlement. She billed a very reasonable number of hours and always sought an equitable settlement.
Posted by anonymous | February 19, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Pat was great
Pat represented me in prenup negotiations and did the drafting. She was effective, efficient, and easy to work with. I greatly appreciate her help and recommendation her to anyone needing help in the family law space.
Posted by anonymous | February 20, 2015
You want Pat on your side!
Pat represented me in a multi-day divorce trial, which involved complex real estate and corporate valuation issues. She was completely prepared for trial and ran circles around my ex’s attorney. Her cross-examination skills were amazing—it was a pleasure to watch! I highly recommend her!!
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Experience
Honors
2026
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2026
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2026
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
2025
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2025
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
2025
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2024
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
2024
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2024
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2023
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
2023
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2023
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2022
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
2022
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2022
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2021
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2021
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2021
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
2020
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
2020
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2020
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2019
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
2019
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2019
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2018
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
2018
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2017
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
2017
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2017
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
2016
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2016
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
2015
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2015
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
2014
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2014
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2013
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
2012
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2012
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
2011
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2011
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
2010
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2010
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
2009
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2009
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
2008
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2008
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
2007
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2007
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
2006
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2006
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
Associations
2010 - 2012
Lawrence Bar AssociationExecutive Committee
2010 - 2016
Board of Bar OverseersHearing Committee Member
2008 - 2023
Lawrence Bar AssociationMember
2008 - 2013
American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (Massachusetts chapter)Secretary
2008 - 2013
American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (Massachusetts chapter)Treasurer
2002 - 2006
Massachusetts Probate and Family Inn of CourtSecretary
2002 - 2023
American Academy of Matrimonial LawyersBoard of Managers
2002 - 2023
Massachusetts Probate and Family Inn of CourtBoard of Directors
2002 - 2006
Massachusetts Probate and Family Inn of CourtVice President
2001 - 2023
American Academy of Matrimonial LawyersFellow
2000 - 2002
Essex County Bar AssociationMember
1996 - 2023
Massachusetts Probate and Family Inn of CourtMember
1986 - 2022
Massachusetts Bar AssociationMember
Education
1986
Yale Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1983
Wellesley College
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English