$ 250-350 per hour
Joyce Kauffman
About Joyce
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Divorce and Separation
50%
10 years
Adoption
25%
10 years
Child Custody
15%
10 years
Mediation
10%
10 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Massachusetts for 33 years
State: Massachusetts
Acquired: 1992
No misconduct found
Location
Kauffman Crozier LLP
231 Third Street, Cambridge, MA, 02142-1129
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Posted by George | February 17, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
A difficult time made easier thanks to Joyce.
When I started the process of getting a divorce, I wanted a lawyer who would both advocate for me and also keep the proceedings as civil and compassionate as possible. I am so glad that I found Joyce. From the first meeting She was honest and clear on the process, the pitfalls and the effort (both ...
Joyce Kauffman's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. I highly recommend Attorney Kauffman. I had the pleasure of meeting her while I was a judicial fellow in middlesex. Attorney Kauffman is highly skilled and knowledgable in the area of family law. Not only would I recommend her as a strong litigator, but I would also refer clients looking for an experienced, creative and fair mediator. Attorney Kauffman cares very deeply about her clients and her practice. I would certainly recommend her."
"I endorse Attorney Kauffman. She is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community and is an effective advocate for her clients."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Super Lawyer, New England Super Lawyers
2016
Best Lawyers in America, U.S. News
2015
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2014
Top Women Attorneys in Massachusetts, Boston Magazine
2014
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2013
Top Women of Law, Mass. Lawyers Weekly
2013
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2012
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2011
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2010
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2009
Lawyer of the Year, Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly
2009
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2008
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2007
Gwen Bloomingdale Pioneer Spirit Award, Massachusetts Lesbian and Gay Bar Association
2004
Fisher Davenport Award, Family Pride Coalition and COLAGE
2003
Barney Frank Award, Massachusetts School of Law
Work Experience
2012 - Present
Partner, Kauffman Crozier LLP
Associations
Boston Bar Association
Member
Massachusetts Bar Association
Member
Massachusetts Lesbian & Gay Bar Association
Member
Women's Bar Association of Massachusetts
Member
National Center for Lesbian Rights Family Law Advisory Council
Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Adoption of Tammy
Victory
Education
1992
Northeastern University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1981
Lesley College
MA - Masters
1971
University of Massachusetts, Amherst
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2015
Seminar
LGBT Divorce & Parentage
2011
Panel Presentation
Impact of Marriage Equality in New York
2011
Lavendar Law
LGBTQ Family Law/Adoption
2010
Seminar
Red Flags in a Blue State
2010
Advanced Legal Studies
Same Sex Marriage
2007
The Ripple Effects of Marriage
Same Sex Marriage
2004
Seminar
So, Are You Gonna Get Married?
Publications
2013
Family Mediation Quarterly
DOMA Is Dead But Not Buried
2010
Family Law Advocate
Protecting Parentage Through Legal Connections
2008
Divorce Center Briefs
Marriage, Civil Union, Domestic Partnership--What's the Difference?
2007
Fenway Guide to Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Health
Legal Issues of Importance to Clinicians
2006
Rainbow Babies
On Legal Gay Marriage
2006
Rainbow Babies
Protecting Our Relationships
2006
Bay Windows
Protect Your Family
2005
Boston Globe
Ignoring Children's Needs is True Immorality
2005
Representing Nontraditional Families, MCLE
Adoption Basics for One-, Two-, or Multiple-Parent Families
2005
Family Mediation Quarterly
Red Glags in a Blue State: Lesbian and Gay Divorce in Massachusetts
2003
Family Mediation Quarterly
De Facto Parents: State of the Law in Massachusetts
2000
Adoption and Reproductive Technology Law in Massachusetts
Same-Sex Co-parent Adoptions
Languages
English