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Biography
I look forward to using my 30+ years of practice in the Probate and
Family Court to assist you and your family through this painful, stressful
place called family court. Be it a divorce, a modification, contempts,
parenting schedules, removals, I am able to provide you with detailed,
professional and targeted plan to obtain the best possible outcome
given your situation.
"Life is like riding a bicycle. To maintain your balance you must keep moving." Albert Einstein
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Divorce and Separation
88%
41 years
Immigration
10%
41 years
Domestic Violence
1%
Uncontested Divorce
1%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
Awards
2020 2019 2018
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2
Licenses
Licensed in Massachusetts for 40 years
State: Massachusetts
Acquired: 1985
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Robert W. Carpenter
6 Beacon Street, Ste. 715, Boston, MA, 02108
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Posted by anonymous | October 29, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Even 1 star is too much
Attorney Carpenter was uncommunicative, incompetent, and rude. I had to terminate his legal representation. Save yourself a headache.
Robert Winford Carpenter's Lawyer Endorsements
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. i have known Attorney Carpenter for over 20 years. We have had cases together during that time. Attorney Carpenter is always knowledgeable and well prepared, a worthy adversary who also knows the value of settlement in family law cases. I endorse Attorney Carpenter"
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Carpenter is one of the finest lawyers in Boston. He is a strong and zealous advocate for his clients and a credit to the legal profession. I highly recommend his legal services."
Paul Sweeney
Family lawyer
Experience
Honors
2017
10 Best, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
Work Experience
2017 - Present
Attorney representing children, Probate & Family Court Of Massachusetts
1985 - Present
Sole practitioner, Law Offices of Robert W. Carpenter
Associations
2000 - Present
Massachusetts Association of Guardians ad LitemMember
Massachusetts Bar Association
Member
American Bar Association
Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Probate and Family Court
Education
1985
Saint Louis University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1985
John Cook School of Business at Saint Louis University
MBA - Master of Business Administration
1981
Northeastern University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Publications
1985
Saint Louis University Public Law Review
Member
1984
Saint Louis University Public Law Review
Member
1983
Saint Louis University Public Law Review
Member
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Top Contributor
Robert earned significant contribution points in 2020.
Legal Answers
Q&A
Family support
18 May 2026
Q&A
Trying to find out if my my boyfriend was married or is married
06 May 2026
Q&A
How can I get full custody of my daughter back
07 May 2026