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Acquired: 1997
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265 Essex Street, Suite 202, Salem, MA, 01970
3 Client Reviews
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Posted by Anne | July 25, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Wonderful Attorney!!
I had previously hired an attorney who seemed not to care much. My divorce was very complex child custody being a main issue. It was a very stressful time for me and decided to have another attorney. I was referred to Attorney Kelly by another attorney who doesn't practice family law Attorney Kelly...
Posted by Laura | March 21, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
She was great!
I had previously worked with a different attorney who I felt like wasn't giving me the most forthright advice and attention. I sought out Kelly and she was everything I was looking for; responsive, attentive and knowledgeable. She allayed my concerns with her previous experience and helped me efficie...
Posted by Paul | June 05, 2012 | Divorce & Separation
One good lawyer!
Attorney Leighton is fantastic! I know you won't be disappointed, I wasn't. I'm sorry to say, I've been at this for too long, I've known many, many lawyers and none can measure up to Attorney Leighton. I've worked with Attorney Leighton on a Post-Judgment issue; I wish she represented me during my...
"Attorney Leighton is absolutely incredible and serves as an inspiration and model as to what an outstanding Family Law Attorney should be!"
"Kelly is a well respected attorney in the greater Boston family law community and has earned a reputation as a terrific advocate. I absolutely recommend her services."
Family lawyer
2012
Honoree, Top Women of Law 2012, Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly
2009
Mentor and Volunteer Recognition Award, Women's Bar Association of Massachusetts
2007
Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
2006
Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
2005
Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
2010 - Present
Partner, Barnes & Leighton
2000 - 2010
Senior Attorney, Greater Boston Legal Services
1997 - 2000
Staff Attorney, Merrimack Valley Legal Services
2016 - Present
Lawyers for Affordable JusticeMember, Advisory Board
2016 - Present
Boston Bar FoundationTrustee
2014 - Present
Domestic Violence Education Task ForceMember
2006 - Present
Women's Bar Association of MassachusettsMember, Mentor, Basic Family Law Trainer
2014 - 2015
Association of Family and Conciliation CourtsPresident, Massachusetts Chapter
2014 - 2015
Boston Bar Association CouncilExecutive Committee Member
2012 - 2013
Association of Family and Conciliation Courts (Massachusetts chapter)Secretary, Board of Directors
2012 - 2015
Boston Bar Association CouncilMember
2010 - 2016
Association of Family and Conciliation Courts (Massachusetts chapter)Member, Board of Directors
2010 - 2012
Boston Bar AssociationCo-Chair, Family Law Section Steering Committee
2009 - 2010
Legislative Task Force on Alimony ReformTask Force Member
2004 - 2017
Boston Bar Association, Family Law SectionSteering Committee
1997
JD - Juris Doctor
1990
B.A.
2017
Custody and Parenting Plans
2016
Abuse and Financial Issues
2016
Children Come First
2012
Prenups, Postnups, and the New Alimony
2012
Alimony: Here and Now
2011
Alimony Reform Panel
2011
The Interplay of Zealous Advocacy and the Best Interests of the Child: Managing Litigant Liabilities
2010
The Intersection of Consumer Bankruptcy and Divorce
2010
The Intersection of 209A, Criminal Law, and Family Law
2009
Crafting an Effective Parenting Plan
2009
Preparing Your Client for the GAL Interview
2009
Alimony Post-Pierce: Thoughts, Reactions, and Where Do We Go From Here
2008
How the Current Immigration Climate Affects Domestic Violence Victims
2012
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