Judith Ann Egan

Judith Ann Egan

5.0
Rating: 8.1

Licensed for 39 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Wakefield, MA
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Mediation

35 Chestnut St, Wakefield, MA

About Judith

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 90%

Family Law Litigation; including but not limited to Divorce; Separation; Child Support; Alimony; Parenting Plans; Paternity; Pre and Post Nuptial Agreements; and Removal Cases.

90%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Massachusetts for 39 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 1986

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Egan Law Offices

35 Chestnut St, Wakefield, MA, 01880-2312

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Judith Ann Egan's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

30 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 9 reviews | Compassion

Posted by Heidi | March 13, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Judy was an excellent during my divorce.

I recently enlisted the services of Atty Judy Egan to navigate through a particularly challenging divorce case, and I couldn't be more impressed with the outcome. From the moment I met her, Atty Egan exuded professionalism, empathy, and a deep understanding of family law. Facing a divorce is undoubt...edly one of life's most stressful experiences, and my situation was no exception. However, Atty Egan's calm demeanor and reassuring presence provided me with the confidence and support I needed during this tumultuous time. She listened attentively to my concerns, patiently answered my questions, and meticulously explained each step of the legal process, alleviating much of the anxiety associated with the proceedings. What truly sets Atty Egan apart is her unwavering dedication to her clients' best interests. Despite the complexities of my case and the numerous obstacles we encountered along the way, Atty Egan remained steadfast in her commitment to achieving a favorable outcome. Her expertise in negotiation and mediation proved invaluable, as she skillfully advocated on my behalf to secure a fair and equitable resolution. Throughout the duration of my divorce proceedings, Atty Egan demonstrated exceptional competence and diligence in her work. She meticulously reviewed all pertinent documentation, conducted thorough research, and devised strategic legal strategies tailored to my specific needs. Her attention to detail was remarkable, leaving no stone unturned in pursuit of justice. Moreover, Atty Egan's communication skills are exemplary. She maintained open and transparent lines of communication, promptly responding to my emails and phone calls, and keeping me informed of any developments in my case. Her accessibility and willingness to address my concerns reassured me that my case was in capable hands. Thanks to Atty Judy Egan's expertise and unwavering dedication, I emerged from my divorce proceedings with a sense of closure and a newfound sense of empowerment. I am immensely grateful for her guidance, support, and tireless advocacy throughout this challenging chapter of my life. Without hesitation, I wholeheartedly recommend Atty Egan to anyone in need of legal representation in matters of family law. She is a consummate professional and a compassionate advocate, and I am confident that she will continue to serve her clients with the same level of excellence and integrity in the future.

Posted by Daniel | October 18, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Judy is a rockstar of an attorney!

When it was obvious that my marriage was at an end, I retained Judy’s counsel on the advice of another friend who was going through the process. Judy has been practicing in family law her entire legal career and it shows in her level of expertise and experience. On the first four-way call with my... spouse and her counsel, Judy demonstrated her command of divorce law and basically wiped the floor (in a polite way) with the opposing counsel. Apparently, my spouse felt the same way and promptly hired a new attorney. Fortunately, my spouse was amicable, and we agreed to the terms of the separation. Her new attorney wrote up a first draft of the Agreement and after review, Judy felt the Agreement was too vague and poorly written, so she basically rewrote the whole thing. Judy also took the time to review the Agreement with me line by line and ensured that I was very clear on the more salient terms and legal jargon. The overall process went smoothly, and Judy made sure to inform me of the process and communicated strategy the whole time. She was very accessible and responsive whenever I had a question. My only regret in working with Judy is that I didn’t heed her sage counsel early on hoping that I could somehow save the marriage. Additionally, as a favor to me and because she has a high degree of empathy, Judy agreed to speak with my sister regarding her divorce which is a nightmare. My sister was so impressed with Judy that she tried to retain her, however Judy explained that sometimes it’s best not to make a change when three years into the process with other counsel. Lastly, while Judy is a rockstar, she has a great band working with/for her. Everyone I interacted with at Egan law was highly talented and capable in their roll. The process of divorce is very difficult and painful and I thank God that was able to retain Judy’s representation.

Posted by anonymous | January 18, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Family

Knowledgeable and Supportive

Judy and Kate were amazing. I started this process using them for consultation but then had Judy complete the process as things became a little more complicated than expected. She was knowledgable and supportive throughout. She helped to guide me in a way that I knew she not only knew the legal sy...stem but that she was really looking out for the best interests of my family.

Posted by Lori | April 03, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Divorce

Judy is an experienced attorney that is well versed in divorce laws and regulations with a keen ability to predict scenarios for best possible outcomes that closely align with what the court would rule. She can see through the noise and focus on what is truly important and finds resolutions to the ma...ny complex and unique circumstances that arise during the process to find common middle ground. Her associate, Kate Feeney, was always willing to assist me and roll up her sleeves to dig deep for important information and data. Going through a divorce is extremely emotional and everyone involved was more than patient with me during these difficult times which is much appreciated and an added bonus.

Posted by anonymous | May 26, 2019 | Hired Attorney

The absolute best!

Judy and her team are the very best at what they do, there is no other way to say it. Not only did we set goals, we achieved each one of them in a very short period of time, no matter what obstacles were presented. Judy truly cares about what you are experiencing and always puts your family first. ... She is an unbelievable attorney but an even better person. Thank you for everything!

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Experience

Rating:  8.1 (Excellent)

Honors

2017

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2004

Life Fellow, Massachusetts Bar Association

2004

Presidential Appreciation Recognition, Middlesex County Bar Association

1998

Celebrating Six Decades of Women on the Bench, Middlesex County Bar Association

1998

Outstanding Leadership Award, Middlesex County Bar Association

1991

Honorary Member, Who's Who Legal

Work Experience

1986 - Present

Probate and Family Law Attorney, Egan Law Offices

Associations

1990 - Present

Massachusetts Bar Association, Family Law Council

Member

1990 - 2015

Middlesex County Bar Association

President

Education

1986

Suffolk University Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1980

Boston University

Master of Education (M.Ed.), Counseling Psychology

Languages

English

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