$ 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 86 - 90 of 94 reviews | Family
Posted by Rose | March 07, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Dcf will tear your life apart unless you gave Attorney Seaver on your side!
We hired attorney Seaver for a case with dcf due to some very serious but false allegations. Kevin met with the family and dcf every month and the case was closed and our lives went back to normal I cluding our grandkids. Dcf will do anything to intimidate and frighten you....with Kevin Seaver by y...
Thank you Rose for the kind review!
Posted by Jennifer | March 06, 2018
5 Star DCF Attorney
Attorney Seaver's took the time to understand my family's DCF case and provided exceptional legal advice that we didn't get anywhere else. His free consultation was extremely helpful and gave my family an ounce of hope during this legal process. Thank you, Attorney Seaver.
Thank you Jennifer for such kind words.
Posted by anonymous | February 27, 2018 | Hired Attorney
***#1 DCF Attorney in MA***
Attorney Seaver is excellent - he brings many years of experience in achieving success for families in combating DCF and is very well respected - due to the nature of his practice, he finds families under extreme stress and fear - once Kevin becomes involved, he handles everything relieving families ...
Thank you for your well-written endorsement.
Posted by JS | January 20, 2018 | Hired Attorney
I don't know where I would be today without his help
Due to an unfair "Fair" Hearing, my life and career were put on hold and my self-esteem and confidence were put to the test. Attorney Seaver gained it all back for me. He challenged DCF and their ruling and ended up winning my case for me. Sincerest thanks to Kevin and his staff for helping me at ...
I know that some may find this hard to believe. There are some with backbone, courage, and intestinal fortitude at DCF. This was the type of case where DCF took the time, energy, and effort much to their credit to re look at what had been done and then do the "Right" thing. This is so vital in many of DCF's cases, especially when a person's career and all their hard work and cost to go to school to attain their degrees hang in the balance. I applaud you and your family for never ever giving up or throwing towel in. I absolutely love your family for standing behind you at a time where many go south. I know that you will be very success in life and this experience will make you a better person. Thank you for the privilege and honor of successfully representing your family.
Posted by anonymous | January 20, 2018 | Hired Attorney
DCF
I have had the opportunity to meet Kevin during a very stressful period of my daughters life. She had the misfortune being involved with DCF. It is very intemidating and when you have done nothing wrong it scary. When Kevin has your back all those feeling disappear. Kevin is very honest and tell...
Thank you in the bottom of my heart for such kind words! I really appreciate your sentiments.
"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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