Thomas J. Taranto

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Thomas J. Taranto

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 29 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Salem, MA
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family, Alimony ... +3 more

26 Lynde Street, Salem, MA

About Thomas

Biography

Dedication and common sense approaches to your family law issues to get the results you deserve.

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 50%

Practicing exclusively in the area of family law, divorce, custody, alimony and child support in both Essex and Middlesex Counties. Long standing member of the Massachusetts, Essex and Salem Bar Associations. Member of American Academy of Certified Financial Litigators and Massachusetts Council on Family Mediation.

30 years

50%
Alimony 10%

10%
Child Custody 10%

10%
Child Support 10%

10%
Family 10%

10%
Marriage and Prenuptials 10%

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Check
  • Credit Card

Licenses

Licensed in Massachusetts for 29 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 1996

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Thomas J. Taranto

26 Lynde Street, Salem, MA, 01970

tarantolaw.com

Thomas J. Taranto's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

17 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | May 7, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

When in Need of a Divorce Attorney

Having to contact a divorce lawyer is not something to look forward to. The LAW OFFICE OF THOMAS J. TARANTO made the process straight forward and easy to navigate. Attorney Taranto handled the divorce proceedings with the utmost professionalism providing transparency, timely follow-up and on-going st...atus changes. He helped me to prepare and handled my case according to my needs and wishes. I highly recommend that you contact Attorney Taranto if you are seeking an experienced divorce attorney

Posted by Jay | March 16, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Extremely knowledgeable and gets results!

After vetting multiple candidates for representation during my divorce proceedings, I quickly honed in on Tom. He is extremely knowledgeable in his area of expertise, and also has solid financial acumen. His advising and responsiveness made the process easier and helped relieve a lot of stress while... balancing a full-time workload as a business executive. Tom asks the right questions and understands complexities and interdependencies well, and paired with being a strong negotiator, he helped me achieve the results I had hoped for regarding settlement.

Posted by Michael | March 4, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Divorce Lawyer

I highly recommend Tom. He's been my lawyer in divorce proceedings, and has been effective, knowledgeable, helpful, and understanding throughout the process. His understanding of the court requirements, familiarity with judges, and suggestions on potential solutions to difficult problems, made him in...valuable. I can't thank him enough, and you are likely to experience the same.

Posted by Dimitri | May 17, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent Attorney

I have been working with Tom from beginning to end of my divorce for a total of well over four years. Tom represented me with 100% success through numerous motions, two trials and one appeal. I could write a book about it, but I will keep this short. If I could summarize my thoughts in one sentence I...’d say you do not want to be on the other end of the table with Tom. I was very fortunate to choose Tom as my attorney, and he did a great job. Tom never lost focus throughout this long period, and he treated every step of it with the urgency it deserved. I learned throughout this period (from my case and from spending so much time in court) that for an attorney to be successful it is not sufficient for him/her to just be knowledgeable of the law. A successful attorney needs to have experience, credibility and be respected with, and by, court officials. A good attorney needs to understand what Judges value the most and how to communicate the essence of the problem appropriately. Tom possesses all those attributes. Tom has the ability to take ownership of your case as a professional, but act on it as if you are his family member for whom he needs to fight tooth and nail. Tom’s intensity was the same at the end as it was at the beginning of the 4+ years. Everything got done on time. Every single phone call of mine got answered. And even though this was an extremely stressful period, I had peace of mind because I knew I was in good hands. Personally, I can’t thank him enough, and I hope this review will help others make the same good decision I made in going with Tom.

Posted by Lisa | March 12, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Professional, Knowledgeable, Dedicated and Honest!

I have worked with Thomas Taranto twice since 2013. I have retained his services as well as utilized him on a consultation basis. Atty Taranto doesn't play games. He is straight forward, professional, knowledgeable, extremely dedicated, and responsive. I highly recommend The Law Office of Thomas Tara...nto. There aren't many attorneys, in my opinion, who provide the same level of legal expertise and service.

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Thomas J. Taranto's Lawyer Endorsements

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David Gabriel

Divorce and separation lawyer | Dec 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Although I have not worked with Attorney Taranto as opposing counsel, Tom is a fellow member of the family law bar in Essex County, and I have had the pleasure of observing Tom in the court room. Tom is articulate, knowledgeable and charismatic. He is an effective advocate."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Nov 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Adam Phipps

Litigation lawyer | Jul 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Taranto is an intelligent, knowledgeable, and passionate advocate for his clients, I wholeheartedly endorse him."

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John DiPiano

Family lawyer | Apr 11

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Tom is an ethical lawyer and a zealous advocate for his clients. He presents his case well and is well respected in the legal community. He is a professional at all times during a case."

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Teresa Reade

Divorce and separation lawyer | Nov 13

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I recently worked with Tom on a matter in which the parties had a long history of conflict and disagreement over the parenting of the children. Tom was knowledgable, direct, and worked toward a global resolution of the issues on behalf of the parties while advocating for his client."

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Brad Micklin

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He and I practice in similar areas but in different states and I can tell from his activities and experience that he is knowledgeable, zealous, and experienced."

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David Gabriel

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Joseph Doherty

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

America's Most Honored Lawyer, American Registry

2023

America's Most Honored Lawyer, American Registry

2022

America's Most Honored Lawyer, American Registry

2021

America's Most Honored Lawyer, American Registry

2020

America's Most Honored Lawyer, American Registry

2016

Top 100 Family Law Attorney, American Society of Legal Advocates

2016

voted number 1 Attorney Salem,MA., Reader's Choice Awards

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Cum Laude, Boston College

Work Experience

1995 - Present

Attorney, Law office of Thomas J. Taranto, P.C.

1996 - 2004

President/General Counsel, Mass Medical Equipment, Inc.

Associations

2022 - Present

Greater Newbury Port Bar Association

Board Member

2016 - Present

American Academy for Certified Financial Litigators

Member

2014 - Present

Endicott College Mentor Program

Mentor

2014 - Present

Essex County ARC Program

Attorney Representing Children

2013 - Present

International Academy of Dispute Resolution

Panel Judge Norheastern University School of Law

2013 - Present

American Society of Legal Advocates

Member

2012 - Present

Massachusetts Counsel on Family Mediation

Member

2011 - Present

Jeanne Geiger Crisis Center

Certified Out Source Attorney for Domestic Violence

2009 - Present

Salem Bar Association

Executive Committee

1996 - Present

Massachusetts Bar Association

Member Family Law Section

1996 - Present

Essex County Bar Association

Member/Certified Court Conciliator

Salem Bar Association

Member

Greater Newbury Port Bar Association

Member

2011 - 2013

Court Guardian AD Litem

GAL

2002 - 2013

Massachusetts Academy of Trial Attorneys

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

IN RE: John Doe

After a lengthy trial, Attorney Taranto was able to get custody awarded to his client.s the maternal grandparents.

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Education

1996

Massachusetts School of Law at Andover

JD - Juris Doctor

1975

Boston College

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2013

International Mediation Tournament at Northeastern University Law School

Panel discussion on mediation techniques

2012

North Shore Business Forum

Negotiating in the 21st century

Languages

English

Activity

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