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Rachel A. Deering is a seasoned family law attorney known for her strong advocacy and commitment to guiding clients through complex legal challenges. For over a decade, she has focused her practice on divorce, child custody, paternity, alimony, modifications, and contempt proceedings. She also advises on guardianship and conservatorship cases and has authored multiple chapters for Massachusetts Continuing Legal Education (MCLE) publications.
With extensive litigation experience, Rachel has successfully represented clients in high-conflict custody battles, Guardian Ad Litem investigations, and intricate financial disputes. She also assists clients in structuring prenuptial and postnuptial agreements. In recognition of her legal skill, Rachel has been named a Massachusetts Super Lawyers “Rising Star” every year since 2021.
Rachel is actively involved in public service, volunteering with the Attorneys Representing Children (ARC) Program and the “Lawyer of the Day” initiative. She frequently contributes to legal education programs and serves as a moderator and panelist at family law conferences. When not advocating for her clients, she enjoys skiing, hiking, and exploring new restaurants. She resides in Andover, Massachusetts, with her husband, son, and their Boston Terrier, Charley.
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State: Maine
Acquired: 2025
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State: New York
Acquired: 2015
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State: Massachusetts
Acquired: 2014
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One Federal Street, 20th Floor, Boston, MA, 02110
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Posted by Kelly | August 3, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Rachel and her team were very prompt and resourceful! Rachel personally spoke with me over the phone numerous times to navigate the prenuptial document between my boyfriend/fiance, who is overseas. There were complexities that she helped teach me regarding the marital prenuptial and she provided gui...
Posted by Merida | April 13, 2025 | Consulted Attorney
Rachel was attentive, direct, informative, and quick to respond. I felt like she genuinely cared about my case and gave me the time and attention I needed. I walked into court confident and prepared.
Posted by Stephanie | March 30, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Rachel Deering exceeded my expectations tenfold. I would’ve been completely lost without her genuine support and expert guidance. Rachel is kind, understanding, and compassionate - while simultaneously being a sharp, strategic, and fearless litigator. Her expertise in divorce law was evident from the...
Posted by Tim | March 17, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Rachel A. Deering is truly a top-notch family lawyer and even a better human being and counsellor. One could not ask for a better advocate. Let me explain. I began my affiliation with Attorney Deering back in 2015 when I first filed for divorce. Since that time and to this day she remains my atto...
Posted by anonymous | March 12, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Rachel was kind, empathetic, and above all, a strong advocate on my behalf. I was particularly impressed with how she handled negotiations, being firm but amicable. Rachel also handled my matter efficiently, getting me a timely resolution that I was happy with. helped me reach a conclusion I was c...
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2025
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2024
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2024
Top Lawyer, Boston Magazine
2023
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2022
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2021
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2022 - Present
Partner, Verrill Dana
2021 - 2022
Associate, Kates & Barlow, PC
2016 - 2021
Associate, Lawson & Weitzen, LLP
2014 - 2016
Associate, Law Offices of David M. Gabriel & Associates
2010 - 2014
Paralegal, Law Offices of David M. Gabriel & Associates
2009 - 2009
Victim-Witness Advocate Intern, Hampden County District Attorney's Office
2021 - Present
Massachusetts Bar AssociationMember - Family Law Section Council
2014 - Present
Women's Bar Association of MassachusettsMember
2014 - Present
Boston Bar AssociationMember
2014
JD - Juris Doctor
2010
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2025
Attorney's Liens
2023
2023
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