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Rachel A. Deering
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About Rachel
Biography
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.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Divorce and Separation
50%
Marriage and Prenuptials
50%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2025
Licenses
Licensed in Maine for < 1 year
State: Maine
Acquired: 2025
No misconduct found
Licensed in New York for 10 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2015
No misconduct found
Licensed in Massachusetts for 11 years
State: Massachusetts
Acquired: 2014
No misconduct found
Location
Verrill Dana, LLP
One Federal Street, 20th Floor, Boston, MA, 02110
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Posted by Robin | March 11, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Highly recommend Rachel Deering
I can't say enough good things about Rachel. When I was first going through my divorce I was referred to another partner at Rachel's firm by a friend. He was good at his job but due to his heavy work load and lack of experience working with an alcoholic ex, he brought Rachel on to the team to help mo...
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Experience
Honors
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
Work Experience
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
Associations
2021 - Present
Massachusetts Bar AssociationMember - Family Law Section Council
2014 - Present
Women's Bar Association of MassachusettsMember
2014 - Present
Boston Bar AssociationMember
Education
2014
Suffolk University Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
2010
University of Massachusetts Amherst
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2025
Securing & Collecting Fees in Family Law Practice
Attorney's Liens
Publications
2023
Massachusetts Continuing Legal Education (MCLE)
Elder and Disability Law in Massachusetts
2023
Massachusetts Continuing Legal Education (MCLE)
Guardianship and Conservatorship Practice in Massachusetts
Languages
English