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I am a zealous and passionate advocate for my clients. My practice focuses on litigating civil matters in the Massachusetts State Courts and providing exceptional legal services in a variety of areas of the law. I have successfully tried and handled cases in Superior Court and the Probate and Family Court. I have also argued appellate matters before the Massachusetts Appellate Division of the District Court.
My family law practice includes divorce, custody disputes, visitation, child support, alimony, asset division involving high net worth estates, post-divorce modifications and enforcement/contempt proceedings, paternity actions and prenuptial agreements.
My trusts & estate planning practice includes planning, probate administration & litigation such as will contests, trust disputes and defending & prosecuting breach of fiduciary duty claims.
I have vast experience in general civil litigation included premises liability, motor vehicle tort and personal injury matters.
I am a certified Conciliator through the BBA/MBA conciliator training program pursuant to SJC Court Rule 1:18.
I am an member of the Women's Bar Association, Massachusetts Bar Association, Boston Bar Association, Middlesex County Bar Association and the Norfolk County Bar Association.
When you have chosen me to represent you, I understand that you are trusting me and relying on me to advocate for you during what very well may be the most emotionally exhausting and stressful time of your life. I take each case very seriously and I will zealously advocate for you to achieve the best resolution.
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Acquired: 1998
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Posted by Ren | March 16, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Excellent Guidance Through a Difficult Divorce
I retained Deb after switching from my first lawyer and it was one of the best decisions I made during a very difficult time. She guided me through a complicated divorce with clarity, professionalism and steady support. Deb worked directly on my case, gave thoughtful and practical advice and was alw...
Posted by anonymous | March 05, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Deborah A. Katz A Hero for All Women (and some men).
I was going through a tough divorce, feeling very bad and I had no idea where to turn for help. A friend immediately recommended Deborah Katz. During my first meeting with Deborah I felt her warmth. She invited me into her office and patiently listened as I explained my problem. She was very kn...
Posted by Alex | January 16, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Family
Best Family law attorney in Massachusetts
Every case is special. In Family law, this comes with emotions, sensitivities, and lots of details to navigate. Having faced a life event, I was looking for a law team to support me. I was blessed to meet Attorney Deborah Katz, a top notch experienced professional, who guided and supported me on ever...
Posted by anonymous | November 20, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
There's No One Better To Have in your Corner!
My divorce was dragging past the 2 year mark with no end in sight. I needed a change fast so I called Deborah Katz and luckily for me she agreed to take on my case. Switching to Deborah was one of the best decisions I've ever made. She immediately got to work reviewing my case and formulating a...
Posted by anonymous | June 26, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Exceptional lawyer, professional, highly talented and good to have on your side
I was very grateful to have Attorney Katz represent me during my divorce. She is highly knowledgeable, experienced, and skilled at her job. An excellent communicator who always gets the point across and is a true advocate on your behalf. She knew every aspect of my case inside and out and present...
"Deb is a fabulous lawyer. She gives her clients sound advice in a clear, concise manner. She tirelessly advocates on behalf of clients in order to obtain a fair and just result."
"I had the great pleasure of teaming with Deborah on a high-conflict divorce and custody matter (Middlesex County). Deborah's drive, determination and creativity impressed me so much that I sough an "Of Counsel" relationship with her firm in Wellesley, MA. I take pride in the cases that Deborah and I work together. Family law practitioners of this caliber are rare."
"I have had the great good fortune of knowing Deborah Katz personally and professionally for a number of years. She is fiercely devoted to her clients, whom she zealously represents, and she possesses a keen legal mind and ability to appreciate nuanced areas of the law. Attorney Katz has handled complex family law cases with vigor and integrity, and I am pleased to endorse her services."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have been fortunate enough to have worked with Deborah and she is the ultimate professional She is a strong and zealous advocate for her clients and a credit to the legal profession."
"I have been the opposing attorney on a number of family law cases in which Deborah was involved, and found her to be intelligent, knowledgeable and skillful in her representation of her clients in those matters. She is an extremely effective advocate and I do not hesitate providing my endorsement of her."
"As a former co-worker, I know full well that Deborah is a well organized, thoroughly prepared and extremely knowledgeable general practice attorney with a focus on family law matters. Inside the courtroom, she vigorously fights for her clients armed with a complete understanding of courtroom procedure and etiquette. In the office, she is equally good. With her clients, she effortlessly translates her legal expertise in an easy and compassionate manner allowing those unfamiliar with the legal process to fully understand the important issues of their case. As a co-worker, she always went out of her way to assist myself and other attorneys whenever asked. In sum, Deborah is an attorney who you can trust to fully understand the issues of your case, easily explain what your case means to you and then go to the courtroom and defend your claim before the courts. For all those reasons, I highly recommend Deborah."
"I endorse this lawyer. Deborah was professional in all dealings , has a complete command of the law concerning defense of personal injury fall down accidents and zealously represented her clients."
"It is my distinct pleasure to endorse attorney Katz; her service is extraordinary according to the clients we refer to her. She is not only knowledgeable and skillful in maneuvering a maze of family and estate planning fields of law but she also has a lovely personality that most clients connect with on a spot. Attorney Katz wins her cases in court when situation requires it yet she is looking for ways to avoid conflicts whenever it is possible. She is fair in all aspects of representation and is easy to work with."
"I have known Deborah for over 15 years. She is conscientious, diligent, caring, and very thorough. I recently referred a client to Deborah and the client was very pleased with Deborah's services and guidance. Deborah took the time to walk the client through their situation and provide much needed guidance. I wouldn't hesitate to refer another client to Deborah."
"I endorse this lawyer. I worked on a civil litigation matter with Attorney Katz in which she represented a co-defendant. I was able to observe Attorney Katz throughout the litigation process, including trial court practice and written and deposition discovery practice. Attorney Katz was intelligent, professional and most importantly, very invested in her client. She is on my short list for referrals in the Boston area."
"I have known Attorney Katz for more than fifteen years and have referred many cases to her. She is diligent, knowledgeable and consistently succeeds at providing superior representation for her clients in family law and estate planning matters. I recommend Attorney Katz without any reservations."
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2018
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2018
Top 100 Lawyers 2018, The National Advocates
1996
New England Scholar, New England School of Law
2014 - Present
Owner, Katz Legal Group LLC
2010 - 2014
Attorney, Behman Hambelton LLP
1999 - 2010
Attorney, Gibson Behman, P.C.
1998 - 1998
Law Intern, Suffolk County Juvenile Court
1997 - 1997
Law Clerk, Payne & Hall, P.C.
1997 - 1997
Law Intern, Suffolk County Superior Court
2013 - Present
Women's Business GroupBoard Member
2013 - Present
Massachusetts Bar AssociationProbate and Family Court Certified Conciliator
2013 - Present
Norfolk County Bar AssociationAttorney Member
2011 - Present
Women's Bar Association of MassachusettsAttorney Member
2010 - Present
Middlesex County Bar AssociationAttorney Member
1999 - Present
Massachusetts Bar Association, Family Law SectionAttorney Member
1999 - Present
Boston Bar Association, Family Law SectionAttorney Member
1999 - Present
Massachusetts Bar Association, Probate Law SectionAttorney Member
1999 - Present
Boston Bar Association, Litigation SectionAttorney Member
Father shall continue to pay Alimony for four more years.
Settled for a nominal sum.
The defendant employer/property owner was granted summary judgment and the case was dismissed against it.
Summary judgment was granted for the defendant property owner and the case was dismissed against it.
Father has sole physical custody of the parties' children.
1998
JD - Juris Doctor
1993
BA - Bachelor of Arts
1988
Advance Politcal Science Courses
2017
Planning for Divorce
2016
2015
Planning for Divorce
2014
Estate Planning
2013
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