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Peter M Barlow
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Biography
Peter M. Barlow is a founding partner of Kates & Barlow, PC.
In 1987, after four years of service in the United States Army Judge Advocate General’s Corps where he spent considerable time prosecuting court-martials, Mr. Barlow was hired by Widett, Slater & Goldman, PC to be part of Robert Kates’ Family Law Group. Over the next twenty years, Mr. Barlow worked diligently to become one of the preeminent family law attorneys in Massachusetts. From 2005 to 2009, Mr. Barlow was a partner at Foley & Lardner LLP. Prior to that, he was a partner at the former firm of Goldstein & Manello, PC, and at Epstein Becker & Green, PC.
Mr. Barlow has been recognized as a Massachusetts Super Lawyer since 2004 and is listed in the legal profession’s most respected peer-review publication, Woodward and White’s The Best Lawyers in America for Family Law. He has accepted judicial appointments as a Discovery Master and as counsel to a soldier serving in Iraq. Mr. Barlow has written articles on family law topics and is a frequent lecturer on a variety of subjects including: the introduction of expert testimony at trial; high conflict child custody cases; jurisdictional issues; trial advocacy; paternity; payment of college expenses; the Guardian ad litem process; and child removal actions.
Mr. Barlow has extensive experience in litigation, appearing predominately before the Probate & Family Courts throughout Eastern Massachusetts. He also has traveled to other counties, states and countries to serve his clients.
Experience and Expertise:• Litigating cases involving the valuation of closely held corporations, residential and commercial real estate; the treatment of inherited property, attribution of income, enforceability of prenuptial agreements; and all aspects of alimony and child support;
• Negotiating and drafting comprehensive divorce, premarital, post-marital, cohabitation, paternity, and post-divorce modification agreements, including detailed parenting plans and complex property divisions involving closely held corporations, tax provisions, and support provisions;
• Handling high conflict custody disputes, child removal actions, and incidents and allegations of spousal and child abuse;
• Discreetly representing professional athletes and other public figures in a variety of domestic and paternity related matters;
• Preparing appellate briefs and arguments for the Massachusetts Appeals Court;
• Providing pro bono representation to indigent clients through his membership in the Massachusetts Senior Lawyers for Justice.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Divorce and Separation
50%
40 years
Fees and Rates
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Licensed in Massachusetts for 42 years
State: Massachusetts
Acquired: 1983
No misconduct found
Location
Kates & Barlow, PC
21 Custom House Street., Boston, MA, 02110
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Peter M Barlow's Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | March 27, 2024 | Hired Attorney
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High Cost, No Results
I’m undefeated against Kates Barlow as a single parent, representing myself. He and his staff will lie to the judge, while telling their client whatever they want to hear. All about the money. These people care nothing about family or results.
Posted by anonymous | October 7, 2021 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Horrible Individual
Should not be in family law. Cares nothing about the kids only the good ole boy and the money.
Posted by anonymous | September 21, 2021 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Good Ole’ Boy
Mr. Barlow does favors for rich white men and looks the other way when sexual, physical, and emotional abuse is harming women and children. “How bad could the dad really be?” Well Mr. Barlow, those kids you ignored are almost adults and remember just how incredibly negligent you have been.
Peter M Barlow's Lawyer Endorsements
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"I endorse Peter. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"A truly excellent attorney well respected 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."
"I endorse this lawyer. Peter is one of the finest divorce/family law attorneys in Ma. He is as a strong and zealous advocate for his clients and a credit to the legal profession. I highly recommend his legal services."
Howard Lewis
Family lawyer
Experience
Honors
2016
Super Lawyer for Family Law, SuperLawyers
2016
Best Lawyers in America for Family Law, Woodward-White, Inc.
2016
Client Satisfaction Award, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2016
AV Preeminent, LexisNexis Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review Rated
2015
AV Preeminent, LexisNexis Martindale-Hubbell
2015
Super Lawyer Family Law, SuperLawyers
2015
Best Lawyers in America for Family Law, Woodward-White, Inc.
2014
Super Lawyer for Family Law, SuperLawyers
2014
Certified Financial Litigator, American Academy for Certified Financial Litigators
2014
AV Preeminent, LexisNexis Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Best Lawyers in America for Family Law, Woodward-White, Inc.
2013
Super Lawyer for Family Law, SuperLawyers
2013
AV Preeminient, LexisNexis Martindale-Hubbell
2013
Best Lawyers in America for family Law, Woodward-White, Inc.
2012
Super Lawyer for Family Law, SuperLawyers
2012
Best Lawyers in America for Family Law, Woodward-White, Inc.
2012
AV Preeminent, LexisNexis Martindale-Hubbell
2011
Best Lawyers in America for Family Law, Woodward-White, Inc.
2011
AV Preeminent, LexisNexis Martindale-Hubbell
2011
Super Lawyer for Family Law, SuperLawyers
2010
Super Lawyer for Family Law, SuperLawyers
2010
AV Preeminent, LexisNexis Martindale-Hubbell
2010
Best Lawyers in America for Family Law, Woodward-White, Inc.
2009
Super Lawyer for Family Law, SuperLawyers
2009
Best Lawyers in America for Family Law, Woodward-White, Inc.
2008
Best Lawyers in America for Family Law, Woodward-White, Inc.
2008
Super Lawyer for Family Law, SuperLawyers
2007
Best Lawyers in America for Family Law, Woodward-White, Inc.
2007
Super Lawyer for Family Law, SuperLawyers
2006
Best Lawyers in America for Family Law, Woodward-White, Inc.
2006
Super Lawyer for Family Law, SuperLawyers
Work Experience
2009 - Present
Founder, Kates & Barlow, PC
2005 - 2009
Shareholder, Foley & Lardner LLP
2002 - 2005
Partner, Epstein Becker & Green, P.C.
1993 - 2002
Partner, Goldstein & Manello, PC
1987 - 1993
Associate, Widett, Slater & Goldman, PC
1983 - 1987
Captain, United States Army
Associations
2014 - Present
American Academy for Certified Financial LitigatorsFounding Member
2013 - Present
Greater Boston Family Law American Inn of CourtFounding President
2010 - Present
Massachusetts Continuing Legal Education, Inc.Member Curriculum Advisory Committee Member
Boston Bar Association
Member
Massachusetts Bar Association, Family Law Section
Member
Education
1983
Boston University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1980
Xavier University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2016
Mediating Post Divorce Disputes
Litigator's perspective
2016
Family Law trial Advocacy Workshop
Motion Practice
2016
19th Annual Family Law Conference
Complex Compensation
2015
Family Law trial Advocacy Workshop
Motion Practice
2015
25th Annual Family Law Conference
Health Care Tax Issues
2014
Trying Divorce Cases
Expert Cross Examination
2014
Navigating a Parental Alienation Case
preparing case
2014
High Conflict Custody Cases
Case Strategy
2011
Mental Health Issues & Divorce
Parental Alienation
2011
Family Law Trial Advocacy Workshop
Motion Practice
2011
Family Law Case Update 2011
Chair
2011
Attacking and Defending Prenuptial and Post Marital Agreeements
Choice of Law Issues
2010
Jurisdictional Issues in Domestic Relations Practice
Subject matter jurisdiction in Probate Court
2010
How To Try a Divorce Case
Cross examination of experts
2010
Family Law Trial Advocacy Program
Handling motion sessions and Closing arguments
2010
Child Custody and Support
Child Custody
2009
How to Try a Divorce Case
Cross Examination of Expert Witness
2009
Family Law Trial Advocacy
Motion Practice
2008
Jurisdictional Issues in Domestic Relations Practice
Subject Matter and Personal Jurisdiction
2008
Child Custody and Support
Removal cases and effective Use of third Party Witnesses
Publications
2002
Massachusetts Bar Association Section Review
A Review and commentary of the Case of Paternity of Cheryl
Languages
English