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Biography
Brian J. McLaughlin is a compassionate solo practitioner. Based in Boston, he practices in the areas of Family Law, Mediation, Education Law, Collaborative Law, Disability Advocacy, and Access Rights.
A strong, compassionate, and adaptive lawyer. Call me today for a Consultation!
Practice Areas
6
Practice Areas
Divorce and Separation
20%
Family
20%
16 years | 250 cases
Guardianship
15%
11 years | 100 cases
Health Care
15%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Licenses
Licensed in Massachusetts for 16 years
State: Massachusetts
Acquired: 2009
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Brian J. McLaughlin
745 Boylston Street, Suite 209, Boston, MA, 02116
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Online Presence
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Posted by anonymous | March 11, 2026 | Divorce & Separation
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I called Attorney McLaughlin to ask a question about Separation Agreements. When I was trying to talk, he cut me off several times and for the remainder of the consultation, he spoke to me in a hostile tone. Would not recommend unless you want to be talked down to.
Brian J. McLaughlin's Lawyer Endorsements
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Experience
Honors
2019
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2016
Public Interest Leadership Program, Boston Bar Association
2015
Pro Bono Lawyer of the Year, Massachusetts Bar Association
2015
Rising Star, National Law Journal
2004
Individual who demonstrates exemplary leadership skills, Marshal of the Order of the Cross and Crown
2004
Wilmer A. Rudolf Award, NCAA
2001
Heroes Among Us, Boston Celtics
Work Experience
2010 - Present
Principal Owner and Founder, Brian McLaughlin LLC
2010 - Present
Family Law Panel Attorney, Boston Bar Assoc. Volunteer Lawyers Project
2009 - Present
Unemployment Panel Attorney, Boston Bar Assoc. Volunteer Lawyers Project
2008 - 2010
Intelligence Analyst/ HR Assistant, Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)
2006 - 2006
Law Clerk, Healy & Healy Law Firm
Associations
2019 - Present
Pro Bono CommiteeBoard Member
2015 - Present
Boston Bar Association, Family Law SectionBoard Member
2010 - Present
Boston Bar AssociationMember
2010 - Present
Massachusetts Bar AssociationMember
2009 - Present
Real Estate Bar Association for MassachusettsMember
2013 - 2015
Special Needs Advocacy NetworkBoard Member
Education
2008
Boston College Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
2004
Boston College
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2016
Special Education Advocacy Network Event
Same Side of The Table Panel Discussion
2016
Readiness Re-Entry Program
Family Law 101
2015
Annual speech to schoolchildren
Increasing Awareness of Disabilities
2014
Basic Rights
Education Law- Educating yourself on Basic Rights
Publications
2015
Boston Bar Association Family Law Newsletter
Steady Contributor to Boston Bar Association Family Law Newsletter
2014
Boston Bar Association
Summer 2014 Newsletter: It’s a Bird. It’s a Plane. It’s a Pro Se Litigant!
2012
Boston Bar Association
Family Law Newsletter Fall 2012: Pro Bono Spotlight
Languages
English