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Josey Lyne Payne

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Avvo Rating7.7
  • Rockland, MA
  • Licensed for 8 years
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About Josey

Your Life | Your Lawyer

The Law Office of Josey Lyne Payne, Esq., is a boutique law firm where I focus my entire practice on families when they are mot in need, including divorce; modifications; custody; child support; paternity; guardianships; adoption; alimony; oui defense; domestic violence; and estate planning. I have many professional relationships with other attorneys which affords me the resources to provided my clients with referrals to other elite attoneys when necessary.  I strive to provide the individualized attention of a small firm that is dedicated to serving families in Eastern Massachusetts. The goal is to always make every client feel like they have the support of a trusted friend and ally, and to give honest, eperienced advice. I encourage and assist clients in finding resolutions that they can live with, both today and tomorrow, while maintaining realistic goals. Where possible, I strive to help broken families heal and reach agreements amicably, however, when necessary I am a zealous and aggressive advocate. I know that legal processes and procedures are daunting, but I believe, with  my  knowledge about the law and focused attention on your unique circumstances, that your rights can and will be vindicated.

Contact my firm today to schedule an appointment with a passionate and compassionate lawyer about your legal concerns. You can reach me by phone at (781) 871-0257 or visit me at www.jlpaynelaw.com

Practice areas

  1. Divorce and separation: 60%

    Divorce services include child custody, child support, alimony and the division of marital assets.

    8 years, 40 cases

  2. Family: 25%

    Includes actions for paternity and Ch. 209C including child custody and child support.

    8 years, 15 cases

  3. Domestic violence: 15%

    Includes representation of plaintiffs and defendants in abuse protection proceedings under Ch. 209A.

    8 years, 10 cases

Languages spoken

English

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Contact

Law Office of Josey Lyne Payne, Esq.

Post Office Box 495
Rockland, MA, 02370

    Resume

    License
    StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
    MAActive201305/30/2022
    We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
    Avvo Contributions
    Legal answers6
    Legal guides0
    Awards
    Award nameGrantorDate Granted
    Most Promising MediatorC. Michele Dorsey2013
    Dean's Merit ScholarshipNew England Law Boston2013
    Excellence for the Future in Business OrganizationsCALI2012
    Dean's Merit ScholarshipNew England Law Boston2012
    Dean's Merit ScholarshipNew England Law Boston2011
    Dean's Merit ScholarshipNew England Law Boston2010
    summa cum laudeBridgewater State College2010
    work experience
    TitleCompany nameDuration
    Senior Associate AttorneyLynch & Owens, P.C.2015 - Present
    Attorney, Of CounselLaw Office of Steven M. Guard2015 - Present
    Attorney, Of CounselSullivan & Comerford, PC2014 - Present
    Principal AttorneyThe Law Office of Josey Lyne Payne, Esq.2013 - Present
    associations
    Association namePosition nameDuration
    Massachusetts Association of Women Lawyers (MAWL)Attorney Member2014 - Present
    Women StrongMember2014 - Present
    American Bar AssociationAttorney Member2010 - Present
    Boston Bar AssociationAttorney Member2010 - Present
    Massachusetts Bar AssociationAttorney Member2010 - Present
    publications
    Publication nameTitleDate
    Multiple BlogsLaw Offices of Josey Lyne Payne, Esq. Family Law Blog2018
    Multiple BlogsLaw Offices of Josey Lyne Payne, Esq. Family Law Blog2018
    L&O Divorce & Personal Injury BlogMultiple Blogs2015
    education
    School nameDegreeGraduated
    New England Law BostonJD - Juris Doctor2013
    Bridgewater State UniversityBS - Bachelor of Science Summa Cum Laude2010
    speaking engagements
    Conference nameTitleDate
    Guest Speaker SeriesGrandparents Rights2016

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    A Lawyer Who Actually Cares About Father's Rights!

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    Lawyer Kimberley Keyes

    Kimberley Keyes, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jul 5, 2019
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    I endorse for this attorney for her expertise and professional experience.

    Lawyer Corey Michael Kane

    Corey Kane, Unknown Attorney on Apr 20, 2018
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    Lawyer Faith Mitton

    Faith Mitton, Unknown Attorney on Mar 9, 2018
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    Lawyer Rahul Aggarwal

    Rahul Aggarwal, Unknown Attorney on Mar 6, 2018
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    An excellent lawyer who treats clients with patience, care, understanding, and utmost professionalism - an even better person and I wholeheartedly recommend for future services.

    Lawyer Constance Denise Coleman

    Constance Coleman, Domestic violence Attorney on Feb 12, 2018
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    Lawyer Obreziah Letrell Bullard

    Obreziah Bullard, Domestic violence Attorney on Feb 12, 2018
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    I highly endorse this lawyer!

    Lawyer Amanda Beshears Cook

    Amanda Cook, Divorce and separation Attorney on Feb 7, 2018
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    Lawyer Roya R. Hough

    Roya Hough, Family Attorney on Feb 7, 2018
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    Lawyer Daniela Kristabell McCalla

    Daniela McCalla, Divorce and separation Attorney on Feb 6, 2018
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    I endorse attorney Payne.

    Lawyer Samantha Alexandria Holloway

    Samantha Holloway, Divorce and separation Attorney on Feb 6, 2018
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    Lawyer Grisel Morales

    Grisel Morales, Family Attorney on Feb 6, 2018
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    Josey is ethical, compassionate and devoted to her clients.

    Lawyer Kendra Eleanor Parris

    Kendra Parris, Family Attorney on Feb 6, 2018
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    I endorse Ms. Payne; she is an excellent attorney.

    Lawyer Melissa Ann Youngman

    Melissa Youngman, Divorce and separation Attorney on Feb 6, 2018
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    Josey Lyne Payne is a passionate, determined and knowledgeable attorney. I highly recommend her.

    Lawyer Sabrina Bateh Kuruvilla

    Sabrina Kuruvilla, Family Attorney on Feb 6, 2018
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    Josey is a wonderful attorney and true asset to her clients and the legal community. I am honored to endorse her.

    Lawyer Ogochukwu Ifeoma Ebede

    Ogochukwu Ebede, Unknown Attorney on Feb 6, 2018
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    Lawyer Jorge Luis Delgado

    Jorge Delgado, Family Attorney on Oct 16, 2017
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    Lawyer Mark Lynwood Rowe

    Mark Rowe, Divorce and separation Attorney on Apr 12, 2017
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    Attorney Josey Lyne Payne is a powerful advocate for her clients. She is always prepared and very successful in the courtroom. The client who trusts his case to Josey makes a wise decision, and I highly recommend her work.

    Lawyer Gary Anthony Anderson

    Gary Anderson, Divorce and separation Attorney on Apr 9, 2017
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    Attorney Josey Lyne Payne is an absolutely fantastic lawyer. She has demonstrated a high level of talent and devotion to her clients. I would have no hesitation about recommending her to anyone.

    Lawyer Kevin Bernard McKie

    Kevin McKie, Divorce and separation Attorney on Apr 6, 2017
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer. I have read many of the responses to inquiries given by this attorney. I can say that she gives solid advice. Josey Lyne Payne is very knowledgeable and an aggressive advocate for her clients.

    Lawyer Kenneth Ray Turner Jr.

    Kenneth Turner, Family Attorney on Apr 4, 2017
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    I endorse this lawyer.

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