Stephen Daniel Karpf

Stephen Daniel Karpf

4.7
Rating: 7.8

Licensed for 25 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Newton, MA
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family, Business ... +4 more

275 Grove Street, Suite 2-400, Newton, MA

About Stephen

Biography

Practice Areas

7

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 50%

This includes divorce, paternity, and separate support actions, associated fraudulent asset transfer matters, and post-judgment modifications and contempts.

25 years

50%
Family 15%

This includes all other family-related legal matters, including guardianships, and trust disputes amongst family members.

25 years

15%
Business 10%

25 years

10%
Child Support 10%

This includes all actions which involve child support, including paternities, divorces, guardianships, actions for enforcement and administrative proceedings in the Department of Revenue.

25 years

10%
Domestic Violence 5%

This includes abuse prevention orders (under G.L. 209A), anti-harassment orders (under G.L. 258E), Notices of Trespass, and representation of defendants, witnesses, or victims in criminal prosecutions involving domestic violence.

25 years

5%
Marriage and Prenuptials 5%

This includes both annulment actions and the drafting and execution of enforceable prenuptial and postnuptial agreements.

25 years

5%
Mediation 5%

This includes mediation over a wide range of issues.

15 years

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 75-250 per hour

Contingency

25%-33%

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Looking for an attorney? Avvo can help.

search module image

Search our directory

Quickly connect with top attorneys through our legal directory to get help with your legal issue.

chat module image

Avvo's live chat agents can help coordinate a consultation with a local attorney.

Chat with a live agent who can match you with the right attorney for your legal needs.

Chat with

Licenses

Licensed in Massachusetts for 25 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 2001

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Vadimus Law L.L.C.

275 Grove Street, Suite 2-400, Newton, MA, 02466

Ad

Transform legal challenges into solutions.

Connect now to review your situation.

The Avvo Rating explained

display-bg

The Avvo Rating explained

Stephen Daniel Karpf's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.7 /5.0

13 Client Reviews

Filter Avvo Reviews (13) Refine reviews to match your needs. Use the filters to quickly surface reviews that align with your case or priorities.

Showing 1 - 2 of 2 reviews | Family

Posted by anonymous | December 04, 2024 | Family

Highly Professional and Ethical - The lawyer you absolutely need by your side!

I contacted Attorney Karpf after my initial lawyer withdrew due to my inability to pay mounting legal fees. I was in the middle of a highly contested divorce and only three weeks away from my Pre-Trial hearing—a very stressful and uncertain time. Attorney Karpf took the time to thoroughly review m...y case and provide valuable advice and consulting services, even though I was unable to retain him as my primary attorney for financial reasons. His expertise and guidance were instrumental in helping me navigate the complexities of my case until its resolution. What also stood out was the level of communication. Attorney Karpf promptly and thoughtfully addressed all my urgent concerns, providing clear and practical solutions. His professionalism, deep knowledge of family law, and ethical approach gave me a sense of reassurance during one of the most difficult times in my life. Finally, and I have to mention it because it is important in a divorce, Attorney Karpf's fees were clear, honest, and affordable, which is not always easy to find in such a contentious and highly emotionally charged process. My only regret is not meeting Attorney Karpf from the very beginning of my divorce proceedings. I wholeheartedly recommend his services to anyone in need of a skilled and principled family law attorney.

Posted by Renee | February 25, 2014 | Family

Integrity, Expertise, Efficiency...Stehpen Karpf Won My Case.

This is a sincere testimonial of the gratitude that I have for the expert and efficient services I received from Stephen Karpf at Vadimus Law. I am a single mother in Arizona with very limited resources and needed help defending myself in regards to a family law issue in Massachusetts. After a few ...phone and email exchanges with different Massachusetts attorneys, I posted the central question of my case on avvo.com and received several replies. Stephen Karpf’s reply was by far the most detailed and insightful, and after a few more exchanges and a phone conversation, I decided to retain him. Little did I know at the time that I would be making the best possible decision, even better than I could have reasonably expected. As the case worked its way through the system, it became clear that Stephen understood the issues of interstate custody and general family law better than any of the other professionals involved. He fought for my children with a perfect balance of tact and vigor while keeping me informed and giving me options at every point. Additionally, he responded promptly and with great detail to my many questions, and he seemed to have endless patience and compassion. In the end, his initial assessment of the law was spot on, and the courts ultimately agreed. I have learned that there is a big difference between hiring a bright and competent attorney, and hiring a bright and competent attorney that has a passion for justice. Stephen is truly the right man for his profession. He is brilliant, focused, compassionate, and fair. His billing is clear and more than reasonable, and since he is so efficient, his services were less than he originally anticipated. Perhaps this glowing recommendation sounds too good to be true (I might be a bit skeptical if I read, rather than wrote, it.) Take my word for it, Stephen Karpf is a man with integrity and it’s too bad there are not many more attorneys like him. I put my trust in him and he expertly did everything I could have asked for and more. Sincerely, Renee Phoenix, Arizona

See All Client Reviews

Stephen Daniel Karpf's Lawyer Endorsements

Endorse Stephen
Daniel L. Kron headshot
Daniel Kron

Family lawyer | Aug 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Simply said, Stephen is an outstanding family law attorney. Highly recommended!"

Jill L Rogers headshot
Jill Rogers

Unknown lawyer | Apr 27

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

Hovanes Margarian headshot
Hovanes Margarian

Unknown lawyer | Jan 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

Jaye L. Samuels headshot
Jaye Samuels

Family lawyer | May 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"While I have not yet worked personally with Attorney Karpf, I am always impressed by his detailed, thoughtful, and correct answers on the Avvo forum. I would, without hesitation, refer him clients in need of assistance with family law issues of any type."

Christine G. DeBernardis headshot
Christine DeBernardis

Family lawyer | Mar 17

Relationship: Other

"I endorse Attorney Karpf. His answers to the community here at Avvo are both informative and helpful to the posters. He gives his time and provides guidance to those that may not otherwise be able to find the answers to their questions."

Christian K. Lassen II headshot
Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Nov 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

Ryan A. Rucki headshot
Ryan Rucki

Landlord or tenant lawyer | Jun 17

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Karpf and I opposed each other in connection with a lawsuit arising from his client's tenancy in a building owned by my client. Attorney Karpf is an incredibly knowledgeable, professional and zealous advocate. I would recommend attorney Karpf without any hesitation."

Philip W. Mason headshot
Philip Mason

Family lawyer | May 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Stephen Daniel Karpf is an excellent attorney. He is knowledgeable, experienced and diligent. His opinions are thoroughly researched and well considered and he is clearly passionate and professional in his representations. I endorse this lawyer."

View All Endorsements
Estela Matta headshot
Estela Matta

Family lawyer

Jaye L. Samuels headshot
Jaye Samuels

Family lawyer

James L. Brick headshot
James Brick

Family lawyer

Ryan A. Rucki headshot
Ryan Rucki

Landlord or tenant lawyer

Diane A. Neumann headshot
Diane Neumann

Mediation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  7.8 (Very Good)

Work Experience

2011 - Present

Founding Attorney, Vadimus Law L.L.C.

2001 - 2011

Associate Attorney, Smyth Law Offices, P.C.

Associations

2012 - Present

Massachusetts Association of Guardians ad Litem

Member

2012 - Present

Massachusetts Bar Association

Member

2011 - Present

National Lawyers Guild

Member

2010 - Present

Massachusetts Council on Family Mediation

Member

Education

2000

Northeastern University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1992

Swarthmore College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

Languages

English

Activity

Avvo Rating

Our Rating is calculated using information the lawyer has included on their profile in addition to the information we collect from state bar associations and other organizations that license legal professionals. Attorneys who claim their profiles and provide Avvo with more information tend to have a higher rating than those who do not.

What determines Avvo Rating?
  • Experience & background Years licensed, work experience, education
  • Legal community recognition Peer endorsements, associations, awards
  • Legal thought leadership Publications, speaking engagements
  • Discipline Disciplinary information may not be comprehensive, or updated. We recommend that you always check a lawyer's disciplinary status with their respective state bar association before hiring them.
Avvo Rating Levels
10.0 - 9.0 Superb8.9 - 8.0 Excellent7.9 - 7.0 Very Good6.9 - 6.0 Good5.9 - 5.0 Average4.9 - 4.0 Concern3.9 - 3.0 Caution2.9 - 2.0 Strong Caution1.9 - 1.0 Extreme Caution