Joshua H. Bearce

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Joshua H. Bearce

5.0
Rating: 9.4

Licensed for 11 years

Probate Lawyer at Boston, MA
Practice Areas: Probate, Trusts

10 St. James Avenue, Boston, MA

Virtual Consultation Available

About Joshua

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Probate 50%

50%
Trusts 50%

50%

Fees and Rates

We have not found any cost information for this lawyer

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2017

Licenses

Licensed in Massachusetts for 11 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 2014

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in New Hampshire for 11 years

State: New Hampshire

Acquired: 2014

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Holland & Knight, LLP

10 St. James Avenue, Boston, MA, 02116

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Joshua H. Bearce's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

18 Client Reviews

5 star (18)
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Posted by Carolyn | September 7, 2023 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Appreciate the sharp guidance during a consultation

Attorney Joshua Bearce gave me a wonderful consultation of key questions to ask related to the estate of my deceased relative, before considering legal action. He also provided tactics that could be explored to support a case of "undue influence," if I were to pursue a legal action. Appreciate all th...e insights provided!

Posted by Marianne | September 9, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

When a "simple" divorce proved not to be simple at all

I hired Atty Bearce for what I thought going in would be a fairly simple, straightforward divorce with most things agreed upon up front. I liked that he had trial experience as well, but never expected it to be necessary in mine. The situation evolved and got a lot more complicated unfortunately. ...I was very glad to have an experienced attorney, who saw several things coming that I frankly did not. He was always respectful of what I wanted to file for as an outcome, while providing advice on why different things would be a good idea or how they could backfire, while always leaving it ultimately up to me on how to proceed. I could not be more grateful for both the ultimate outcome of the case, or for the professionalism and helpfulness of Atty Bearce throughout the process. He was always on top of things, reachable, and able to explain complex legal concepts in a clear and easy manner. The support staff at the office was equally friendly and helpful. Made a difficult process that much easier. Some specifics involved in my case: a more complicated division of assets, custody division and uniform support orders, discussing a real estate disposition that was definitely non standard, and ultimately having to file for a default judgement when the other party refused to participate in the proceedings. We tried formal mediation but the case was ultimately decided at a trial hearing, something I never expected it to come to at the outset.

Joshua Bearce

Replied last September 10, 2020

Thank you Marianne.

Posted by Debora | June 9, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Review for attorney, Joshua Bearce

I highly recommend attorney, Joshua Bearce. As my attorney he obtained favorable results in my case. If you are looking for an attorney that will work for you and deliver results contact Joshua.

Joshua Bearce

Replied last June 10, 2020

Thank you Debora.

Posted by Shawn | March 3, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Highly Recommend

Attorney Joshua Bearce successfully defended me in a restraining order matter. He had very little notice to prepare for the case but made sure he didn't miss a detail. He went over the facts until he was satisfied he had every detail to present my defense. He was professional yet aggressive in mak...ing his points! I'm very happy with his representation and would hire him again.

Joshua Bearce

Replied last March 4, 2020

Thank you Shawn.

Posted by Joshua | December 29, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Highly Recommend

We started with a convoluted custody situation mired by work from preceding legal representation. Attorney Bearce facilitated my case expertly and was nothing less than professional, intelligent, and candid. Everything he submitted went beyond my expectations and I would surely hire him again.

Joshua Bearce

Replied last December 30, 2019

Thank you Joshua.

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Joshua H. Bearce's Lawyer Endorsements

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Lisa-Dawn Bollinger

Family lawyer | Mar 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Joshua previously worked in our firm as an associate. He quickly developed the skill necessary to be an excellent family law litigator. Joshua excels in advocating for his client's best interest."

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Barbra Black

Divorce and separation lawyer | Mar 31

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I strongly recommend Attorney Bearce. He is an extremely intelligent, strategic, hard working and aggressive advocate for his clients."

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Jonathan Meidanis

Family lawyer | Jun 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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David Tencza

Divorce and separation lawyer | Apr 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have the pleasure of working with Attorney Bearce so I get to see how hard he works on behalf of his clients. I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  9.4 (Superb)

Honors

2020

Top Tier Lawyers, American Trial Academy

2020

Top 10 Attorneys Under 40, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys

2020

Lifetime Achievement Award, Premiere Lawyers of America

2019

Top 40 Under 40, American Academy of Attorneys

2019

Top 10 Attorneys Under 40, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys

2019

10 Best, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2019

Top 10 Attorney, Attorney and Practice Magazine

2017

Clients' Choice Award, Avvo

2017

10 Best, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

Work Experience

2018 - Present

Associate Attorney, Devine Millimet & Branch

2015 - 2018

Associate Attorney, Black, Vitelli & Pennock LLC

2014 - 2015

Associate Attorney, Law Office of Wyckoff Nissenbaum

2013 - 2014

Law Clerk, Winston Law Group, LLC

2013 - 2013

Law Clerk, Levitt Law Group, LLC

Associations

2018 - Present

Committee on Cooperation with the Courts

Member

2017 - Present

Family Law Section

Member

2014 - Present

New Hampshire Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

In the Matter of Cohen and Richards, 172 N.H. 78 (2019)

Created new law on the division of deferred compensation and severance benefits in divorce cases

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Education

2014

Boston University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2011

Suffolk University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

Activity

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