$ 250-350 per hour
Christopher W. Vaughn-Martel
also known as Charles River Law Partners, LLC
About Christopher
Biography
Christopher is a managing partner at Charles River Law Partners LLC, a boutique firm specializing in all aspects of residential and commercial real estate law.
In addition to real estate conveyancing, title services, and development, Christopher's practice includes general civil litigation, adoption, surrogacy, and other fertility law. Christopher has successfully and zealously represented clients throughout Massachusetts for over ten years.
Our clients are individuals, families, small businesses, lending institutions, and developers of all sizes. In addition to offering legal services throughout Massachusetts, CRLP is a licensed title and escrow agency in New Hampshire and Maine. We understand that every legal transaction or case is different and we strive to deliver tailored representation with a focus on each client's unique needs and objectives.
Our attorneys are appointed by courts for their expertise, quoted in newspapers, give trainings and seminars in their respective practice areas, volunteer and support the local community, have been honored for their pro bono work and advocacy, and named "Rising Stars" in Boston Magazine's list of Super Lawyers for 2009, 2016, and 2017. We draw on our collective strengths and experience to offer sound advice, creative legal strategies, and zealous advocacy for our clients.
Our main office is located in the heart of Boston's South End neighborhood. In addition, we have locations on Cape Cod and Martha's Vineyard to better serve our clients.
Chris Vaughn-Martel received his B.A. from Marist College in Poughkeepsie, New York, and his J.D. from Suffolk University Law School in Boston, Massachusetts. Prior to founding Vaughn-Martel Law, Chris worked as a Clerk and First Year Associate for a small real estate firm on Boston's South Shore.
Chris lives in the Dorchester neighborhood of Boston with his husband, Brian, and their son.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Real Estate
40%
20 years
Adoption
15%
20 years
Car Accident
15%
20 years
Debt Settlement
15%
20 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Contingency
25%-40%
Pro bono
5 %
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Massachusetts for 19 years
State: Massachusetts
Acquired: 2006
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Location
Charles River Law Partners, LLC
One State Street, 4th Floor, Boston, MA, 02109
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Posted by Heather | October 19, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate
Simply the best!
Chris was an outstanding attorney to work with during the purchase of my condo. He is an expert in the real estate and housing market. I would highly recommend working with him for any of your real estate needs. This was my first time purchasing a home and Chris aided in easing my stress and made the...
Posted by P.P | July 29, 2011 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Best Divorce Lawyer
I knew that Chris was the right lawyer for me right of the bat. Chris will give you as long as you need to express your situation and explain your case to him. Besides being a good lawyer, a unique quality that Chris has is that he is a good counselor as well. He understood what I was going through ...
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"An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community, I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of his clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."
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"I endorse this lawyer. As evidenced by the number of questions Attorney Vaughn-Martel has so generously answered, it’s clear that he has a superior understanding of his fields of practice, and is exceptionally well thought of in the legal community."
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"Mr. Vaughn-Martel is an extremely talented attorney who provides great advice. Even though I have been practicing for 24 years and I am a former judge and magistrate, I learn from him every day. I would recommend him to anyone in his area."
"I endorse this lawyer. Thoughtful and well considered response to the forum. Well respected by his clients."
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"From his answers and time on Avvo, it is clear that Chris is dedicated to serving those in need of legal assistant, as well as his clients. It's rare that a lawyer spends so much valuable time assisting the community, and I applaud him for doing it at such a high level. Kudos."
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
"I referred some friends to this attorney when they were having difficulties with a tenant. They had already used one attorney who was not able to resolve the issue. They reported to me that not only was Christopher knowledgeable about the law, he was also able to use his interpersonal skills to deal with a very difficult person and keep the situation from escalating. I will definitely recommend him to other folks in need of services, and was very glad to get such a positive report from my friends."
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"I strongly endorse Attorney Vaughn-Martel for his tremendous advice to his clients and prospective clients, his great reputation in the legal community, and his extensive legal knowledge.."
"I endorse this lawyer. Christopher is a respected attorney and is well-known for his work supporting the LGBT community. We have referred clients to each other and I have heard nothing but good things about his practice. I will continue to refer clients his way."
"Attorney Vaughn-Martel has been contributing to AVVO for quite some time. His grasp of the law is excellent and his answers are very insightful. I highly recommend his legal services."
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Experience
Honors
2011
2011 Shining Star Award, Victim Rights Law Center
2009
Rising Star, Boston Magazine
Work Experience
2016 - Present
Managing Partner, Charles River Law Partners, LLC
2007 - Present
Owner, VAUGHN-MARTEL LAW
2005 - 2007
Associate Attorney, The Hawthorne Law Office
Associations
2006 - Present
Victim Rights Law CenterPro Bono Attorney, Rape Survivors' Law Project
2006 - Present
Boston Bar AssociationMember
2006 - Present
Massachusetts Bar AssociationMember
2006 - Present
Massachusetts Lesbian and Gay Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Landlord v. Tenant
Following a bench trial on the parties' claims and counterclaims, damages were awarded to my clients, including triple damages and attorney's fees.
Same-Sex Surrogacy and Pre-Birth Order
Success
Same-Sex Divorce: Adam v. Steve
Favorable divorce settlement for client.
Education
2006
Suffolk University Law School, Boston, MA
Juris Doctor
2000
Marist College, Poughkeepsie, NY
Bachelor of Arts
1999
Scuola Lorenzo De' Medici
Florence, Italy
1996
Simsbury High School, Simsbury, CT
Diploma
Speaking Engagements
2012
Shining Start Awards Gala
Introduction of Shining Star Recipient for Representation of Sexual Assault Survivors
2011
Tenant-Landlord Workshop
Tenant's Rights & Strategies in the Wake of Sexual Assault/Rape
2011
Shining Star Award Reception
Sexual Assault Advocacy
2011
Hanging Your Shingle Panel Discussion
Panel Member
2009
Annual Diversity Dinner Reception
Participant
2008
Career Fair
Participant
2008
Annual Diversity Dinner Reception
Participant
2007
Annual Diversity Dinner Reception
Participant
Publications
2012
Brochure
Vaughn-Martel Law Firm Prospectus
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can I sell my portion of the property without the approval of the co-owner on the deed?
27 Mar 2026
Q&A
What is the best way to handle a nonpayment eviction case if nothing was owed when filed?
25 Mar 2026
Q&A
Who pays for retaining wall repair
21 Mar 2026