Cathleen M. Collins

Cathleen M. Collins

4.8
Rating: 9.6

Licensed for 18 years

Family Lawyer at Melrose, MA
Practice Areas: Family, Estate Planning

49 Myrtle Street, Melrose, MA

About Cathleen

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Family 90%

18 years | 500 cases

90%
Estate Planning 10%

18 years | 400 cases

10%

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Licenses

Licensed in New Hampshire for 13 years

State: New Hampshire

Acquired: 2013

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Massachusetts for 18 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 2007

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Collins Family Law Group, P.C.

49 Myrtle Street, Melrose, MA, 02176

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Cathleen M. Collins's Reviews

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4.8 /5.0

38 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | Compassion

Posted by Cheryl | December 22, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Guardianship

At Ease

We first met Cathleen a few years ago. It was a guardianship case. My husband and I were so new at this and Cathleen helped us every step of the way. These cases that involve guardianship are very trying on the families and create a lot of tension and mixed emotions. Cathleen helped keep us on an ev...en keel and explained every step of the way to us so we were able to handle it relatively calmly. Her knowledge of the system is her biggest asset but her patience and smile put the icing on the cake. I would not hesitate one second to refer her. The best is that even though it is over I still shoot a question to her here and there and she always responds. #1 in our books

Posted by Greg | December 19, 2017 | Hired Attorney

The best of the best

Attorney Collins help my family and I through the hardest times of our lives, the loss of my Wife. Cathleen gave us the very best of herself and followed through with all that she promised us. This is a true professional, and my new Lawyer for all our needs.

Posted by Melissa | November 03, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Family

Thorough & honest

Cathleen was available for questions, consultation, and understanding of our family dynamic. She always put the needs of my child first. She was aggressive, yet fair. She was determined to cover all aspects of my special needs son's life. She took the time to get to know of our family & our needs. I ...will continue to utilize her with all my legal needs that may arise in the future. Not only do I have great respect and trust in her, it was clear that the courts, themselves look up to her as a role model, an honest woman, and a fair & just person in the community. I highly recommend obtaining Cathleen as your attorney if you're looking for someone who really cares about you & your family being successful & happy.

Posted by Jarrod | September 22, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Professional, Caring and Responsive

I have hired Kathleen a few years back to start the process of divorce. She was very educated in family law and was there for me anytime I had a question via phone, email, and text. This was a very difficult time in my life because I'm not a believer in divorce and this did not just affect me but it... also affected my children. Without getting too specific Kathleen was really patient and understanding with my difficult situation. Even though I did not go through the complete process she kept me informed of choices I had going forward. I would definitely look to her and the practice going forward with any of my family law needs.

Posted by anonymous | April 10, 2012 | Child Custody

Great and Sincere Attorney!

Cathleen was great to work with through my custody problems with my child's father. I was brought in on a short order 3 days before I was supposed to move 50 minutes from my childs father. He had made numerous frivolous accusations seeking full emergency custody. I only had 1 day to retain an atto...rney to represent me. I called dozens of attorneys and none of them were able to help me. Then I called Cathleen and she was willing to see me that day and come to court with me the following day. I was so relieved to have found Cathleen and that she was able to help me in such short notice. She represented me wonderfully and Dad and his attorney walked away from court with a visitation schedule instead of any type of custody. Cathleen continued to represent me for the proceedings that followed the short order. Throughout the case Cathleen was very informative and knowledgeable, she helped to put my anxious mind to rest when i had concerns and was very sincere regarding my situation. I felt very comfortable with Cathleen representing me. Her rates were very reasonable and she responded to my emails and calls promptly. I would definitely hire Cathleen again for any of my future legal issues!

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Cathleen M. Collins's Lawyer Endorsements

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Kimberly Scanlon

Family lawyer | Apr 02

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer. She truly advocates for her clients and will always fight for their best interests. Attorney Collins is an outstanding attorney, I would highly recommend her."

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Breanna Lungo-Koehn

Family lawyer | Apr 01

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer. She is a hardworking knowledgeable attorney whom I have worked with for the last six years. She is an amazing advocate for all of her family law clients. She knows the legal system, the rules, the laws, the ins and outs of the courts and most of all she knows how to get each matter resolved for the best interests of the client every time. There is no one I would rather on my side!"

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Anthony Rao

Family lawyer | Apr 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly recommend Attorney Collins. She is a strong advocate for her clients and a well-respected attorney in the community, with a great understanding of the law."

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Experience

Rating:  9.6 (Superb)

Honors

2019

Top Women Lawyers in Massachusetts, Super Lawyers

2018

Top Women Lawyers in Massachusetts, Super Lawyers

2017

Top Women Attorneys in Massachusetts, Super Lawyers

2016

Top Women Lawyers in Massachusetts, Super Lawyers

2015

Top Women Lawyers in Massachusetts, Boston Magazine

2015

2015 Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2014

Top Women Lawyers in Massachusetts, Boston Magazine

2014

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2013

2013 Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

Work Experience

2018 - Present

Owner, Collins Family Law Group, P.C.

2009 - 2018

Partner, Law Offices of Lungo-Koehn & Collins

2007 - 2009

Assistant Attorney General, U.S. Government

2002 - 2007

Paralegal, US Government

Associations

2017 - Present

Massachusetts Family and Probate American Inn of Court

Member

2015 - Present

Greater Boston Family Law American Inn of Court

Member

2014 - Present

Massachusetts Association of Guardians ad Litem

Member

2014 - Present

Association of Family and Conciliation Courts

Member

2012 - Present

Middlesex County Bar Association

2009 - Present

Boston Bar Association, Family Law Section

2009 - Present

Massachusetts Bar Association

Sample of Legal Cases

Mother v. Father

Favoriable outcome for my client

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Education

2007

Suffolk University Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

2002

Boston University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2006

AGO Training

Tort Claims Act

2005

MA AGO

Contract Procedures

Publications

2014

Middlesex Probate Court GAL Report

Languages

English

Activity

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