Gary Todd is a Founding Partner at Todd & Weld LLP where he is recognized locally and nationally as a preeminent family law practitioner specializing in Domestic Relations and Probate litigation. He has successfully negotiated, mediated and tried family law issues ranging from divorce, custody and parental rights to complex support, property division, removal, modification, and contempt actions, both at the trial court and appellate levels. Mr. Todd has drafted and negotiated numerous prenuptial and postnuptial agreements.
Mr. Todd has been honored in "Best Lawyers in America"; "Massachusetts Super Lawyer"; "Top Attorneys in New England” in the area of Divorce, Mr. Todd has been awarded the “AV” rating by Martindale-Hubbeell which is awarded to an attorney with the highest possible peer rating.
Mr. Todd served on: the Family Law Section Council of the Massachusetts Bar Association; Family Law Council and the Steering Committee of Boston Bar Association Family Law Council (co-chairman); the Massachusetts Association of Trial Lawyers; Board of Directors of Massachusetts Association of Guardians Ad Litem, Inc., Board of Directors of Association of Family, Court and Community Professionals; Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers.
Mr. Todd has lectured on domestic relations law for the Massachusetts Bar Association; Boston Bar Association; the Massachusetts Continuing Legal Education; Suffolk University School of Law; and Harvard Law School Trial Advocacy program. Mr. Todd has appeared as a Special Legal Analyst in Divorce on the Fox National News Channel, Channel 56 News; WBZ Channel 4 News; WBZ radio; and as an expert in domestic relations for the Boston Globe. Mr. Todd has authored articles on Divorce and Family Law in several legal publications, and has been a panelist for numerous Massachusetts and Boston Bar Association continuing legal education seminars.
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Acquired: 1991
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Posted by Gabriela | June 10, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Very professional, expert in his field, and such a wonderful person. I felt extremly lucky to have Gary representing me. Highly respected attorney that has profound knogledge and experience. He guided me and was there for me in every step of my divorce. Highly recommended
Posted by anonymous | September 29, 2014
Compassionate. Easy to talk to. Direct. Extremely well informed and connected. This is not the guy lawyer jokes are written about. This is an honest, calm, reasonable person who advocates tirelessly for the truth. A valuable member of our MA legal system.
Posted by anonymous | August 20, 2014
I would highly recommend Attorney Gary Todd! He is very knowledgable in his field and, in my case, produced excellent results. I think I most appreciated the fact that he is very easy to talk to and is an excellent listener -- totally without judgment. Gary made a very difficult time much easier, ...
Posted by anonymous | August 19, 2014
Attorney Gary Todd is an exceptional advocate, skilled litigator and incredibly compassionate individual who represents your best interests inside and out of the court room. During this incredibly difficult time in my life, Attorney Todd helped me understand the process while assuring me that it woul...
Posted by anonymous | August 19, 2014
Gary handled my divorce several years ago but i have had to return to court because of issues with my ex-husband. I have retained Gary's services for each court visit and we have come out of the courtroom victorious each time. Gary has kept me informed and made me feel comfortable and confident about...
"I endorse this lawyer. Excellent reputation with members of the bar whose opinion is valued. Would be a very good choice for divorce or similar complex sensitive litigation."
"Gary is a top notch divorce attorney. I believe one of the very best in the city. Your case is in good hands with him. And if you are opposing counsel, he is tenacious and sharp. You will not get anything by him. Highest regard."
"Gary Todd and I have a number of mutual clients. These clients have always spoken highly of Gary, and I have found his work to be of the highest quality. I wholeheartedly recommend Gary Todd to those who are looking for a family lawyer."
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Best Lawyers in America: Family Law, Best Lawyers in America
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AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
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AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
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AV Highest listing of pre-eminent rating, Martindale Hubble
2010
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Massachusetts Super Lawyers, Boston Magazine
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1991 - Present
Partner, Todd & Weld, LLP
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1991
JD
1988
B.S.
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Protecting the Best Interest of the Child
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The Family Law Appeals Process
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Reconciling International Custody Issues
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