$ 300-500 per hour
also known as Law Office of Kevin Seaver
Trusted Massachusetts DCF Lawyer Since 1991
Attorney Kevin Patrick Seaver has dedicated his legal career to helping parents, children, and families throughout Massachusetts navigate complex matters involving the Department of Children and Families (DCF), child custody, divorce, and family law. Since 1991, he has successfully represented families facing some of the most challenging situations involving DCF investigations and court proceedings.
With more than 35 years of legal experience and involvement in over 1,000 DCF-related matters, Attorney Seaver is recognized for his extensive knowledge of DCF policies, procedures, investigations, assessments, and fair hearings. He regularly assists clients with false allegations of child abuse or neglect, DCF home visits, interviews, 51A and 51B reports, foster care reviews, SAIN interviews, juvenile court matters, probate and family court proceedings, and District Attorney referrals.
Attorney Seaver is committed to providing clear guidance, practical solutions, and strong advocacy tailored to each family’s unique circumstances. His goal is to help clients understand their options, protect their rights, and move forward with confidence.
His professional recognitions include a 10.0 Superb Rating on Avvo, the 2026 Martindale-Hubbell Platinum Client Champion Award, and an A+ Rating with more than 10 years of accreditation from the Better Business Bureau. The Law Office of Kevin Patrick Seaver has earned more than 1,279 verified five-star client testimonials across leading legal and consumer review platforms.
Attorney Seaver has also been recognized by Lawyers Weekly as an “Expert in the Field of DCF Law,” by The New York Times as a “Distinguished Lawyer,” and by USA Today as a “Power Lawyer.”
Attorney Seaver is a graduate of Massachusetts Maritime Academy, earned his Juris Doctor from New England Law Boston, and attended Tulane Law School for his LL.M. studies. He is a member of the American Bar Association, the American Association for Justice, the Boston Bar Association, the Massachusetts Academy of Trial Attorneys, and the Massachusetts Bar Association.
For more than three decades, Attorney Seaver has remained committed to one mission: helping Massachusetts families protect their children, preserve their rights, and secure the best possible outcome for their future.
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$ 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
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Posted by Alex | June 08, 2026 | Hired Attorney
Highly recommended dcf attorney
Kevin Seaver was very helpful and professional. He explained everything clearly and made the process much easier to understand. I appreciate his support and would recommend him to anyone who needs a DCF attorney.
Posted by Rj | May 16, 2026 | Hired Attorney
Excellent Law Firm
If you’re reading this, there’s a good chance DCF has contacted you and you’re unsure what to do next. I was in that exact same position not long ago. From my personal experience, I strongly recommend you contact Attorney Seaver immediately. Trying to handle a DCF case on your own without deep kn...
Thank you, RJ—your thoughtful words truly mean a great deal to me and my team. I know how difficult it can be when DCF first contacts a family and the uncertainty that follows. I’m grateful you trusted us to stand beside you and help protect your family through such an important time. I’m very glad we were able to help achieve the right outcome and bring your case to a close. Thank you again for your trust and recommendation. Wishing you and your family nothing but peace and happiness moving forward.
Posted by Gina | December 21, 2025 | Hired Attorney
An attorney who cares.
Attorney Seaver is an exceptionally compassionate individual who genuinely cares about his clients. Throughout my case, he worked tirelessly to uphold the law, dedicating countless hours to ensure every detail was meticulously handled. Beyond his legal expertise, he provided invaluable emotional supp...
Thank you, Gina—your words truly mean a great deal to me. I know this was a very difficult period in your life, and I’m grateful you trusted me to stand beside you through it. Beyond the legal side of a case, it is important to me that clients feel informed, supported, and never feel alone during the process. Hearing that I was able to provide reassurance and help bring some peace during such a challenging time truly means a lot. Thank you again for your trust and thoughtful words. I wish you nothing but the very best moving forward.
Posted by Phyllis | April 07, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Best DCF lawyer out there!
My daughter hired Kevin Seaver and I would have to agree he is not just an average lawyer. Like many have said how attentive he is to the case and on a personal level goes out of his way for his clients. He has a fight in him I wish more attorney's had! He has stuck up for my daughter during DCF visi...
Thank you once again for your powerful, well-thought-out recommendation. It means a lot that you would take time out of your busy schedule. If I can be of any service to you in the future, please don't hesitate to contact me. Sincerely, Kevin Seaver
Posted by anonymous | March 29, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Highly Recommend
I cannot recommend attorney Kevin Seaver highly enough. From the moment we contacted him, he was extremely responsive and made us feel like our case was a top priority. Throughout the entire legal process, he consistently protected the rights of my family and ensured that we were informed and empower...
Thank you so much for your kind words. We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with us. Sincerely, Law Office of Kevin Seaver
"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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