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I've been advocating for men and women in courtrooms throughout Massachusetts for more than three decades. I know that thorough preparation is the key to obtaining positive results for my clients. Preparation translates to a position of strength at trial and throughout the negotiation process.
I have been concentrating in domesitic relations litigation since the late 1990s. Although I am passionate about litigation, I am also a certified divorce mediator. I really enjoy helping folks settle their disputes without the anxiety and expense that flows from litiation. I believe my litigation experiences in divorce and family law give me an edge over other divorce mediators. I've been in the court room and I've seen how the judges handle cases, time and time again. As your mediator, I am able to draw on those experiences in helping you and guiding you through the mediation process toward a positive end result.
I zealously represent people in divorce matters, paternity actions, child custody disputes, actions for court permission to relocate out of state with children, alimony and child support modifications, and contempt actions. I zealously represent men and women concerning restraining orders, domestic abuse charges, criminal defense litigation and personal injury litigation. I've had the pleasure of speaking at a number of educational engagements over the years, concerning litigation, divorce, custody, alimony and asset valuation. In 2018 I became a member of the United States Virgin Islands Bar.
I am fortunate to work with a great team. Our clients come to us in times of crisis. Together, we offer our clients something special - frankness, understanding, guidance, practical advice and most importantly, zealous representation. Our attornies and support staff are responsive, courteous and professional.
Our goal is to assist you in navigating through the legal process, making informed, intelligent decisions and developing sound strategies in order to increase your likelihood of success in reaching a positive end result. Information regarding what our clients think about us as well as a sampling of our actual results, are available on our website. We look forward to helping you, so please give us a call.
Practice areas
Zealous representation in the following areas of family law: Divorce, Mediation, Paternity Actions, Contempts, Modifications, Equity Actions, Child Custody Disputes, Child Removal, Domestic Abuse & Restraining Orders.
37 years
Languages spoken
English
David M. Gabriel & Associates
131 Dodge Street
Beverly, MA, 01915-1989
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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VI | Authorized to practice law | 2018 | 01/18/2019 |
MA | Active | 1985 | 05/30/2022 |
Legal answers | 14 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Peer Review Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2022 |
Peer Review Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2021 |
Peer Review Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2020 |
Peer Review Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2019 |
10 Best | American Institute of Family Law Attorneys | 2018 |
10 Best | American Institute of Family Law Attorneys | 2017 |
Certiied Divorce Mediator | Mediation Works | 2008 |
Certified Mediator | Mediation Works | 2008 |
Cum Laude | Boston College | 1981 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Owner | David M. Gabriel & Associates | 1994 - Present |
Partner | Law Offices of Richard J. Gabriel & David M. Gabriel, PC | 1988 - 1994 |
Associate | Gabriel & Gabriel | 1985 - 1988 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Massachusetts Academy of Trial Attorneys | Member | 2011 - Present |
Better Business Bureau | Member | 2010 - Present |
Essex County Bar Association | Member | 2001 - Present |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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FindLaw | Alimony Reform Proposed in Massachusetts | 2010 |
Findlaw | Mediation: Affordable Bridge from Marital Strife to Happy Life | 2010 |
Findlaw Knowledge Base | Taxes in Divorce | 2010 |
Findlaw | Massachusetts Becomes First State to Challenge Legality of DOMA | 2009 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Suffolk University Law School | JD - Juris Doctor | 1984 |
Boston College | Bachelor of Science | 1981 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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2014 Practical Skills Seminar | Divorce | 2014 |
Divorce in a Nutshell | Divorce | 2014 |
Practical Skills Seminar | Divorce | 2013 |
Advocacy and Drafting Under the New Alimony Reform Legislation | Alimony Reform | 2013 |
Divorce CLE | Divorce Demystified | 2012 |
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Robert Luber, Family Attorney on Jul 26, 2018
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I have worked with David Gabriel as opposing counsel on a highly contested divorce matter. He is an outstanding litigator with an extremely high level of knowledge and expertise in Family Law. He treats his clients with the utmost care and works zealously to obtain their overall objectives. Attorney Gabriel is well-known and very well respected by judges and court personnel and has an outstanding reputation and esteem by his peers in the industry. I highly recommend David Gabriel without reservation.
Nicole Reilly, Family Attorney on Nov 11, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Robert Luber, Family Attorney on Jul 26, 2018
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I have worked with David Gabriel as opposing counsel on a highly contested divorce matter. He is an outstanding litigator with an extremely high level of knowledge and expertise in Family Law. He treats his clients with the utmost care and works zealously to obtain their overall objectives. Attorney Gabriel is well-known and very well respected by judges and court personnel and has an outstanding reputation and esteem by his peers in the industry. I highly recommend David Gabriel without reservation.
Nicole Reilly, Family Attorney on Nov 11, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Lisa Greenberg, Family Attorney on Aug 6, 2014
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I referred a very difficult equity / domestic relations case to David. He researched the law, pinpointed the facts, and totally obliterated the opposing counsel.
William Griset, Personal injury Attorney on Aug 3, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
As a fellow Personal Injury lawyer with 33 years experience in the field I can say without hesitation that David Gabriel is an extraordinarily talented member of the Bar. He is thorough, thoughtful, and a strong advocate for his clients. I would gladly refer anyone I know to David and, in doing so, would be certain that the referral would reflect well on me.
Demetra Pontisakos, Divorce and separation Attorney on May 21, 2014
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse this attorney. David Gabriel and I have worked on opposite sides of a complex divorce matter. I have also had the opportunity to observe Attorney Gabriel in court in his advocacy on other family law matters. David is a perceptive and responsive family law attorney. He is thoughtful and thorough in his approach to cases. I have observed his ability to advocate for his clients while at the same time approaching emotionally-charged family law matters with compassion, common sense and professionalism. This approach not only benefits clients, it is better for the legal community as a whole. I have personally observed his excellent rapport with other members of the legal community, court personnel and the judiciary. He clearly has earned the respect of the legal community in Essex County. David is also a wonderful colleague, ready, willing and able to take the time to provide insight on current legal issues. To top that off, he is quick-witted with a great sense of humor.
Lisa Jacobowitz, Family Attorney on May 20, 2014
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse this lawyer. David and I were on opposites side of a case together a few years ago. He was a tenacious and zealous advocate yet reasonable and open to constructive settlement negotiations which is an essential balance for a successful Family Law attorney. In my opinion, David serves his clients well as he is thorough, prepared and willing to look for a reasonable solution in a situation which can be fraught with negative emotion.
Nancy Ignazi, Family Attorney on Feb 9, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. I have worked both with David on cases and against him, and found him terrific. His can do attitude combined with his professionalism and knowledge of domestic relations makes him a an asset to the field. He is a zealous advocate who does not lose sight of civility when dealing with opposing sides, which can be rare in this arena. He is a benefit to the field.
Donna Booth, Family Attorney on Jan 14, 2014
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Gabriel is an aggressive advocate for his clients and knows the law, is practical and realistic in his approach. He also works well with opposing counsel, making sure that personalities do not get in the way of his clients' needs. He works hard to settle his cases/avoid expensive trials, but is an excellent trial attorney.
Donald Pitman, Family Attorney on Dec 19, 2013
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse this lawyer. David is an outstanding attorney who has an excellent reputation in the legal community and unerstands that the battle is not between the attorneys...and sometimes should not be between the clients. I would happily work with him again.
Thomas Taranto, Divorce and separation Attorney on Dec 19, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have not worked with Attorney Gabriel, however, I have had the opportunity to observe him in the court room, both at motion hearings as well as observing him conducting a trial. He is always prepared, knowledgeable, and effective.
Christine DeBernardis, Family Attorney on Oct 27, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Gabriel is an outstanding attorney with an excellent reputation. David ealously advocates for his clients and gets the best result possible in each case. I highly recommend him.
Eric Jarosz, Family Attorney on Apr 15, 2010
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer's work. David is a real hard working attorney that knows how to get the job done. He is very down to earth and cares deeply for his clients. He has an extremely broad depth of the knowledge in law and uses it to his clients advantage. I wholeheartedly would support your choice in hiring attorney Gabriel.
Donnalee Leonardo, Child custody Attorney on Apr 14, 2010
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer's work. He is a great attorney and experience in which the fields he specializes. He is an asset to the bar.
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