also known as Brandi Catherine
Attorney Brook has been part of the Taranto Law team since 2014. She has focused solely on family law since the beginning of her legal career. She is highly experienced with assisting clients through all steps of the divorce process as well as modifications involving alimony/spousal support, child support, and custody. Attorney Brook has also worked on cases that have been reviewed at the appellate level. Her impressive legal writing and research skills combined with her advocacy experience make her an integral part of Taranto Law.
Attorney Brook graduated from Salem State University Summa Cum Laude. During her undergraduate years, she was an active member of the Honors Program and studied Political Science, concentrating in policy and law. During her time at Salem State, Attorney Brook was part of a large-scale collaborative research project regarding marine policy and management on Nantucket Island. Her work is published in Marine Policy, a leading ocean policy journal where she is listed as a co-author.
Attorney Brook graduated from Massachusetts School of Law with her Juris Doctor, Magna Cum Laude in the top 3 of her class. During her time in law school, she received CALI awards in both Torts and Civil Procedure. The “CALI award” is given to the student with the highest grade in a class, as determined by the professor or registrar. She was also a Writing and Legal Advocacy Competition finalist. While in law school, Attorney Brook was working at Taranto Law as a paralegal which gave her the unique opportunity to utilize her legal studies while completing her degree.
Attorney Brook has an affinity for animals and in her spare time enjoys hiking with her dog and spending time with her two cats who were adopted from the Northeast Animal Shelter. Attorney Brook is an avid supporter of the shelter and when her time allows, she gathers spare sheets, blankets, and pet supplies for donation. She also volunteers her time to participate in the Massachusetts School of Law Animal Rights Day which is a free event open to the public where legal issues related to animal rights and animal cruelty are addressed by recognized legal experts in the field of animal rights law as well as educational attractions for animal lovers of all ages.
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Acquired: 2020
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26 Lynde St, Salem, MA, 01970-3404
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Posted by Dave | October 13, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Simply Amazing! Knowledge, compassion, and tenacious!
When I was surprised by a revision to my agreement, Brandi became the lead on my case through her law firm. She was invested in my case from day 1 and kept constant communication with me for every issue that came up. She was thorough in her research and knowledge of case law to help me. She also adv...
Posted by Robin | May 10, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Smart and thorough
Attorney Brook kept me well informed and on track through the lengthy process. I was always kept in the loop on where both sides stood. She is smart, knowledgeable, friendly and professional. I had to fire a previous lawyer from a different law firm due to that lawyer's lackadaisical approach. I am ...
Posted by Angie | March 04, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Divorce
Brandi was amazing every step of the way, she was extremely responsive and direct always letting me know the next steps of the divorce process. I highly recommend her and continue to refer everyone I know going through this to go to her.
Posted by Michael | June 18, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Beyond Excellent Representation
Attorney Brook has been my representative in a number of on going parental and custody matters. She is nothing short of amazing to work with; displaying excellent knowledge, keen observation, strategic planning and an unwavering calm demeanor. In our case, we are met with challenging and at times unr...
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2023
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
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CALI Award- Torts, Massachusetts School of Law
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CALI Award- Civil Procedure, Writing and Legal Advocacy Competition finalist
2014 - 2020
Paralegal, Taranto Law
2020 - Present
Essex County Bar Association
2020 - Present
Greater Newburyport Bar Association
2020 - Present
Massachusetts Bar Association
2019
JD - Juris Doctor, Magna Cum Laude; Top 3 of Class
2021
Pre-Law Panel
English