$ 300-500 per hour
also known as Law Office of Kevin Seaver
Trusted Massachusetts DCF Lawyer Since 1991. Attorney Kevin Seaver has helped Massachusetts families facing DCF investigations, child custody disputes, divorce, and family law matters since 1991. With more than 35 years of experience and involvement in over 1,000 DCF-related matters, he provides guidance and advocacy for families facing difficult legal challenges. Attorney Seaver holds a 10.0 Superb Avvo Rating, an A+ BBB Rating, and the 2026 Martindale-Hubbell Platinum Client Champion Award
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35 years
$ 300-500 per hour
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Acquired: 1991
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8 Whittier Place, Suite 1A, Boston, MA, 02114-1498
187 Client Reviews
Showing 61 - 65 of 94 reviews | Family
Posted by Taylor | August 01, 2020 | Hired Attorney
OUTSTANDING LAWYER
I would give Attorney Seaver the highest grade that I could, even above and beyond. He would get extra credit in my book, because he was exceptional. Attorney Seaver really came through for me. He went above and beyond the call of duty, in my eyes. Kevin was able to close our MA dcf investigation qui...
Thank you Taylor for saying that you give us the highest grade that you could, even above and beyond. It was our pleasure to help you close your MA DCF investigation quickly.
Posted by Corin | July 25, 2020
Great MA DCF Attorney
Kevin Seaver is absolutely the best Massachusetts DCF lawyer available. Get him on your side at the very beginning of any DCF involvement. I contacted Atty Seaver during the Investigation phase of my MA Department of Children and Families case, which, if you are reading this review, you probably know...
Corin, we appreciate your testimonial of saying that we are the best Massachusetts DCF lawyer available, and saying that we are "highly recommended."
Posted by Liz | July 25, 2020 | Hired Attorney
Dedicated Attorney
All it took was one call and that was all. Top notch service from a top notch attorney who cares about your situation. Very hard working and dedicated. Very experienced. Don’t speak to DCF without calling Attoeney Seaver and hiring him to represent your family. It will be one of the best choices you ...
Liz, your words in this endorsement are precious especially when you said we are a "top notch service from a top notch attorney". Thank you for recognizing that we are "very hard working and dedicated", and recommending others to call us before speaking with DCF. We are happy that we represented your family in your DCF case.
Posted by Linda | July 25, 2020 | Hired Attorney
Can't Recommend Enough
Attorney Seaver is not only a amazing lawyer he is a great person, same goes for his paralegal Frankly. They are a awesome team, both of their hearts are in the right place. They both really care about keeping families together and keeping children safe. Kevin is a very well spoken, witty person who ...
Linda, thank you for your endorsement of saying that we are an amazing lawyer. It was our pleasure that you had a great experience working with our team.
Posted by anonymous | June 03, 2020 | Hired Attorney
Lifesaver
Attorney Seaver is a brilliant and caring attorney. He has helped me and my family more than I can even begin to explain in such a short review. I could fill a book with all the things he was able to accomplish for me and my family. Both Attorney Seaver and and his paralegal Frankly are truly lifesa...
Thank you for saying that we are "brilliant and caring MA DCF attorney." I am thrilled that our strategy plan and formula that you followed step-by-step got the assessment closed. It was our pleasure to successfully accomplish for you and your family what you wanted in getting the MA DCF assessment closed. I am thrilled now that you are inspired to become a "lawyer" in MA for all the right reasons to help people.
"Mr. Seaver is an excellent advocate for his clients. I would not hesitate to recommend him to a client in need. He is also an asset to the Avvo Community, providing invaluable resources to those seeking help."
"I endorse Attorney Seaver as an attorney who is both dedicated to his clients and knowledgeable of his field."
"I endorse this Kevin. I know of no attorney with the specialty and experience in handling DCF matters that Kevin has."
"An excellent lawyer who treats clients with patience, care, understanding, and utmost professionalism - an even better person and I wholeheartedly recommend for future services."
"I endorse this lawyer. I've heard of his reputation and understand that he is a committed advocate."
"Kevin is a trusted colleague that I have know for almost 30 years. When necessary for complicated child and family matters I will consult with him for opinion as well as guidance. I would recommend Kevin for your family law needs."
"I endorse Attorney Seaver. I have known Atty. Seaver for decades and have been aware of his good works through observation and having been on the opposite sides of cases several times. He is knowledgeable and diligent in his practice."
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2026
Client's Choice, Avvo
2026
CLIENT CHAMPION PLATINUM AWARD, Martindale-Hubbell®
2026
Certificate of Accreditation, Better Business Bureau
2026
A+ Rating, Better Business Bureau
2025
Client's Choice, Avvo
2025
A+ Rating, Better Business Bureau
2024
Client's Choice, Avvo
2024
A+ Rating, Better Business Bureau
2023
Client's Choice, Avvo
2023
A+ Rating, Better Business Bureau
2022
Excellence in the Practice of Law, Top Rated Lawyers
2022
Client's Choice, Avvo
2022
A+ Rating, Better Business Bureau
2021
A+ Rating, Better Business Bureau
2021
Client's Choice, Avvo
2020
A+ Rating, Better Business Bureau
2020
Top Contributor, Avvo
2020
Client's Choice, Avvo
2019
A+ Rating, Better Business Bureau
2019
Client's Choice, Avvo
2018
Client's Choice, Avvo
2018
Lawyers of Distinction, New York Times
2018
Notable, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
Top Contributor, Avvo
2018
A+ Rating, Better Business Bureau
2017
A+ Rating, Better Business Bureau
2016
Client's Choice, Avvo
2016
A+ Rating, Better Business Bureau
1989
Distinguished Student Award, New England School of Law
1989
Cum Laude, New England School of Law
1991 - Present
Owner, The Law Office of Kevin Patrick Seaver
2002 - Present
Massachusetts Juvenile Bar AssociationChairman
2016 - 2022
American Bar AssociationMember
2006 - 2008
Massachusetts Bar Association, Juvenile & Child Welfare SectionChairman
2002 - 2010
Member – Massachusetts Juvenile Bar Association (2000–2010)Member
2001 - 2026
Boston Bar AssociationMember
1994 - 2026
Massachusetts Academy of Trial AttorneysMember
1991 - 2026
Massachusetts Bar AssociationMember
1991 - 2009
American Association for JusticeMember
Case Was Closed Quickly and Kids Were Safe!
1991
LL.M - Master of Laws
1990
JD - Juris Doctor
1979
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2024
How to build, manage, and scale a highly successful niche practice
2022
Law firm management, scaling your practice, and business strategies
2008
Mandatory Reporting Of Child Abuse: The 51A And B Process From Reporting To Appeal
2006
Instructed legal and social work professionals on the technicalities of Massachusetts child abuse allegations, administrative investigations, and the appeals process
1999
Everything Legal
2008
2006
English
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