$ 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 36 - 40 of 75 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge
Posted by anonymous | July 07, 2021
Exceptional DFC Lawyer
Giving my full recommendation to Kevin Seaver who is a virtuous lawyer. He truly cares about his clients, he took time to get to know me and my background while giving me legal advice. He answered my calls (called me as well) at night, on weekends and holidays, WOW. Kevin also advised me on how th...
Posted by Ra | June 09, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Stellar service and support!
We began working with Kevin Seaver over the summer regarding a false claim of negligence and emotional/physical abuse of our teenage daughter. She has been diagnosed with mental health disorders and legal blindness, which prevents her from doing what normal teenagers (almost adult) do. The false alle...
Posted by Hazem | May 22, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Interned in the law office of Kevin Seaver
From months of experience working here, I would say with confidence; the teamwork dynamic is vibrant with one another and extremely diligent towards the work. Mr. Seaver involves and listens to what everybody says. And best of all, he has an awesome sense of humor and keeps our energy positive all th...
Hazem, It was a pleasure having you work as an intern. You brought a great dynamic to our team and we wish you the best of luck in all your future endeavors.
Posted by La-Keisha | May 01, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Family Nurse Pracrtioner
I strongly recommend the Law Office of Kevin Seaver to represent everyone with all legal issues. Attorney Kevin Seaver did an excellent job representing my family and I with custody issues in court. He was extremely knowledgeable with all probate family law issues which ease my mind and resulted in...
Dear La-Keisha, Thank you for your kind review. It was our pleasure representing you and your family the with "custody issues in court that resulted in a favorable outcome."
Posted by anonymous | March 20, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Do you want to Win?
Attorney Kevin Seaver is an attorney that you should definitely hire if you are dealing with DCF. Attorney Seaver went above and beyond in a DCF case for our family. We were all given his personal cell phone number and were told to call anytime, day, nite and weekends. He even called us back on Chr...
Thank you for your kind review and saying we are "worth every penny." We are happy to know that you are satisfied with our services and it was a pleasure to help you fight against MA DCF case.
"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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