Debra Lynn Smith
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Licensed in Colorado for 33 years
State: Colorado
Acquired: 1992
No misconduct found
Licensed in Massachusetts for 42 years
State: Massachusetts
Acquired: 1983
No misconduct found
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Debra L. Smith, Attorney at Law
134 Main Street, Watertown, MA, 02472-4416
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Debra Lynn Smith's Reviews
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Posted by Natalian | May 29, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Great attorney
It is such a pleasure to have Debbie as our league guardianship attorney! Her communication is always clear and in time in the whole process. She totally understand our concern of enrolling the minor to school ASAP and prepared all the documents even before the minor arrives, which sped up the court ...
Posted by anonymous | September 6, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Divorce
Debbie was so easy to work with and was able to really think through my divorce and help me obtain a fair and kind solution.
Posted by Brian | March 14, 2019 | Hired Attorney
A great experience!
Deb made the painful process of divorce much easier. She used a collaborative process with my case and was very patient with me. I'd definitely recommend that you speak with her if you're looking for a family attorney who uses a collaborative resolution approach.
Posted by anonymous | January 10, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Worked with Debbie on Divorce
Debbie was very pleasant to work with and very knowledgeable about current laws. She worked with me to craft a separation agreement that was acceptable to both parties. She was considerate about keeping fees reasonable yet she produced very high-quality work.
Posted by Charlie | April 8, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Divorce Defense
Hired Debra to defend me in a divorce with my ex-wife. Debra worked hard and kept me informed of all communication with the opposing attorneys. Through an 18 month process and 3 different opposing attorneys we were able to reach a settlement in the case. I would definitely recommend Debra for any ...
Debra Lynn Smith's Lawyer Endorsements
"Attorney Smith is an experienced family law practitioner who does excellent and zealous work for her clients. It is my pleasure to endorse her."
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Experience
Work Experience
1984 - Present
Owner, Debra L. Smith
Associations
2019 - Present
Massachusetts Collaborative Law CouncilBoard of Directors
2019 - Present
Women's Bar AssociationMember
2016 - Present
Massachusetts Collaborative Law Council, Inc.Chair of the Charles River Practice Group
Member
Member
Member
Member
2002 - 2010
Massachusetts Council on Family Mediation, Inc.Director on Board of Directors
Education
1982
JD - Juris Doctor
1975
BS - Bachelor of Science
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Speaking Engagements
2019
2019
2019
Updates in Juvenile Law
2018
2018
Juvenile Law
2017
"Protecting Children and Families by Using the Collaborative Law Principles"
2017
Juvenile Law
2015
Paternity
2014
Paternity Advocacy
2014
Collaborative Family Law
2013
Paternity and Parenting
2012
Alimony
2011
Collaborative Law and the Middle Class
2011
Contracts
2010
Paternity and Parenting
2010
Alimony Summit
2007
Paternity and Parenting
2006
Contracts
Publications
2018
2018
2017
2014
2008
2005
2005
2002
Languages
English