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State: Massachusetts
Acquired: 1994
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State: New York
Acquired: 1988
No misconduct found
246 Walnut St Ste 201, Newton, MA, 02460-1639
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19 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 10 reviews | Divorce & Separation
Posted by Ginny | December 03, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Worked hard for me & was kind.
Karen knows her stuff and worked to get the best settlement in my case. She was professional, trustworthy and explained the law to me so i knew my options. Karen was patient with me during the worst times of my life, while I found out about horrible things my now ex did, and I melted down. I high...
Posted by anonymous | April 18, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Thank you Karen
I am from India and came here after marriage. I rarely write reviews but when I do, it's usually a case of something very good or very bad. In this case it was extremely good. I picked Karen after consulting at least 15 lawyers. She is a remarkable attorney, She understood my situation on point ( whi...
Posted by David | January 13, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
A lawyer's lawyer
I am a lawyer, and Karen handled my divorce. She did a great job of finding a way to deescalate every issue (despite the other lawyer trying to drive costs up at every turn), but being firm when firmness was right. Her intuitions were continually spot on.
Posted by anonymous | December 30, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
solid expertise, common sense, & good humor
I interviewed three attorneys and am glad I selected Karen Buckley to represent me in my divorce. Karen handled my contentious and long-drawn-out court case with knowledge, skill, and good judgment. She responded to all my concerns and advised me honestly about the repercussions of any decisions. ...
Posted by anonymous | October 28, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Experience and empathy in a divorce attorney
Karen brought skills from years of experience and natural empathy to help me with a difficult divorce process. She both litigates and works collaboratively, and clearly laid out the pros and cons for me when I was weighing the options. I could really tell she would advocate for my best interest, and ...
"Karen is a competent and experienced family law attorney. She is a strong advocate who is sensitive to client needs. She communicates well and is easy to work with. I highly recommend Karen."
"I have referred several divorce matters to Karen over the last few years. I have found her to be extremely knowledgeable and very skilled at working not only with opposing counsel but also with her clients, who are often going through very difficult circumstances. She is practical in her advice, and always reassuring. I highly recommend her."
"I had a difficult case against Attorney Buckley that required extensive litigation. Throughout the case, she was professional, but aggressive. She represented her client well."
"I endorse this lawyer. Karen is one of the finest Divorce and Family Law attorneys in Ma. She is a strong and zealous advocate for her clients and a credit to the legal profession. I highly recommend her legal services."
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2006 - 2012
Of Counsel, Fowlkes Jacoby & Kaplan
1994 - 2006
Attorney, Rosenberg Freedman & Goldsten
1987 - 1993
Attorney, McClung Peters and Simon
2015 - Present
Greater Boston Family Law Inn of CourtMember
2012 - Present
Norfolk County Lawyer for the DayVolunteer Attorney
2007 - Present
Massachusetts Collaborative Law CouncilMember
2007 - Present
International Academy of Collaborative ProfessionalsMember
2004 - Present
The Divorce CenterBoard Member
1995 - Present
Massachusetts Bar AssociationFamily Law Section
1987 - Present
New York State Bar AssociationFamily Law Section
2006 - 2010
The Divorce CenterVice President
Client was awarded judgment of $1.6 million. Arbitration award confirmed by Court
Successful at trial; case upheld on appeal
Summary Judgment granted in Federal District Court and case dismissed
Lower Court decision upheld on Appeal
1987
JD - Juris Doctor
2015
Divorce
2013
Divorce
2010
Divorce in Massachusetts
2005
Divorce in Massachusetts
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Karen earned significant contribution points in 2013.
What is my legal obligation to keep my husband on my health insurance plan while divorce is pending?
25 Jan 2017
Do I need permission from the biological father or anyone to take my 10 month old out of state to visit family for a short time?
13 Jan 2017
What do i need to proceed against her and her new boyfriend to protect my relationship with my kids?
17 Mar 2016