Heather M. Ward

Heather M. Ward

4.6
Rating: 8.5

Licensed for 17 years

Family Lawyer at Boston, MA
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Child Support

24 School Street, 2nd Floor, Boston, MA

About Heather

Biography

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Massachusetts for 17 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 2008

Active

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2016

Location

Law Office of Heather M. Ward

24 School Street, 2nd Floor, Boston, MA, 02108

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Heather M. Ward's Reviews

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4.6 /5.0

13 Client Reviews

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Posted by Sheila | January 25, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Foreclosure

Highly Recommended, Extremely Knowledgeable and Compassionate

There is not enough room here to praise Heather, she was phenomenal with my case. I hired an attorney to assist me with getting my mortgage rewritten using the HAMP program. I discovered I was not being represented the day my home was foreclosed on. My first meeting with Heather was the first ti...me I felt a glimmer of hope. The compassion and determination she had for my case was remarkable, the odds of winning were stacked against me. I can say with 100% certainty had it not been for her I would have lost everything. Whatever circumstances you have that require a lawyer, do yourself a favor and hire Heather. You will never find another lawyer that will fight for you and care about you more than Heather Ward.

Heather Ward

Replied last January 25, 2017

Thank you for the review, Sheila! Don't hesitate to reach out if I can ever be of assistance in the future.

Posted by Julissa | January 25, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

divorced

she helped me to get divorced

Heather Ward

Replied last January 25, 2017

Thanks for the review, Julissa! I wish you all the best in the future!

Posted by anonymous | January 24, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Good people sense, clear direction

Heather took me on in the heat of a difficult situation. She gave clear directions, and took a calm, cool collected stance throughout. She handled my work for over a year and never missed returning a call or email. We prevailed beautifully, too. Bright, tough, well educated. Highly recommend.

Heather Ward

Replied last January 24, 2017

Thank you for the review! Please don't hesitate to reach out in the future should the need arise.

Posted by Bill | January 23, 2017 | Landlord & Tenant

Landlord/Tenant Dispute in Boston Housing Court

I have lived in a lodging house owned by a large non-profit corporation in Boston for the past eight years. I have had to endure bad conditions which included rodent infestation and unsanitary conditions. Finally I filed a complaint on my own in Boston Housing Court. After the second hearing, I kn...ew I needed an attorney. I went to the Volunteer Lawyer's Project and asked for their help. Shortly after, Attorney Ward contacted me. She agreed to take the case. After twenty-two months in Housing Court, we finally had a two day, twelve person jury trial. After an hour and ten minutes the jury returned a verdict in my favor on all counts and awarded me money damages. From the very beginning, I was impressed with Ms. Ward's commitment, knowledge and cheerful disposition in all matters of the case. Her work and the final disposition of the case exceeded my wildest dreams. I am someone who does not have a lot of money. I live on SSDI benefits. Money never entered the picture. It was Ms. Ward's commitment to right a wrong and bring my landlord to justice. She is an attorney who I would recommend to my friends without hesitation!!

Heather Ward

Replied last January 23, 2017

Thanks for your review, Bill! Don't hesitate to reach out if I can ever help again in the future.

Posted by Ravi | January 23, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Child Support

One of the best

Had filed for modification for child support from this law firm and Heather was extremely helpful on guiding me through the entire process now I have a peace of mind that I get to see my kids and be in their life more often would definately recommend anybody seeking a lawyer .

Heather Ward

Replied last January 23, 2017

Thanks for the review, Ravi! Please let me know if I can ever be of service to you again in the future.

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Heather M. Ward's Lawyer Endorsements

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Paul Toland

Family lawyer | Mar 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Heather is an excellent attorney and has a lot of drive, passion, and success. I highly recommend this attorney!"

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Paul Moraski

Landlord or tenant lawyer | Jul 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Ward is an extremely hard working attorney who fights really hard for her clients. I recently witnessed her in a Jury Trial that involved a housing case where she got a Jury Award of over $25,000, which is not including the pending 93A action which could triple the Jury Award. I endorse this lawyer."

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Joshua Krefetz

Landlord or tenant lawyer | Jul 15

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Heather Ward is a formidable, hard-working attorney and a friendly and positive colleague. I have witnessed firsthand the determination and persistence she brings to bear on behalf of her clients. She represented a tenant in our mutual case, but I would certainly refer family law matters to her without hesitation."

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Clarence Richardson

Family lawyer | Dec 07

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Ward is one of the best. She is one of the most compassionate and caring attorneys I know. She is extremely intelligent and committed to serving her client's interest. I look forward to each experience I have with attorney Ward."

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Thomas Beauvais

Family lawyer | Mar 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Ward is a very knowledgeable and hard working litigator. I have worked with her several times and have always been impressed."

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Andrew Wallace

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Experience

Rating:  8.5 (Excellent)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2016.

Public Reprimand With Conditions/Continuing Education issued in MA, 2016

updated on 06/27/2019

Public reprimand means the attorney did something wrong but may still practice law. The Bar warns the lawyer in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior and places conditions on the lawyer's license.

Honors

2015

Pro Bono Certificate of Recognition, Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court

2014

Pro Bono Certificate of Recognition, Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court

2013

Meg Connolly MVP Award, Volunteer Lawyers Project of the Boston Bar Association

2013

Pro Bono Certificate of Recognition, Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court

Work Experience

2011 - Present

Owner / Attorney, Law Office of Heather M. Ward

2011 - Present

Panel Attorney, Volunteer Lawyers Project

2011 - 2011

Associate Attorney, Gallant & Ervin, LLC

2009 - 2011

Senior Underwriter, The Debt Exchange, Inc.

2007 - 2008

Law Clerk, Law Office of Jeremy T. Robin

Associations

2011 - Present

Massachusetts Bar Association

2011 - Present

Boston Bar Association, Volunteer Lawyers Project

Panel Attorney

2011 - Present

National Lawyers Guild (Massachusetts chapter)

2005 - Present

Boston Bar Association

2011 - 2013

National Lawyers Guild (Massachusetts chapter)

LRS Board Member

Education

2008

New England School of Law

Juris Doctor

2005

University of Georgia

BA - Bachelor of Arts

2005

University of Georgia

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2012

National Lawyers Guild: Mentorship Happy Hour

Opening Your Own Law Practice

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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