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Carol Ann Phinney
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Biography
Carol A. Phinney has practiced family law in Massachusetts since 1989 and devotes her practice to matters of uncontested and contested divorce, child custody and relocation, support, alimony, paternity, abuse prevention orders and guardianships.
Carol has represented clients in high-conflict cases in courtrooms across Eastern MA. For over 25 years, Carol practiced in Middlesex, Essex, Worcester and Suffolk Counties before relocating to scenic Cape Cod in 2016. From 2002 to 2007, Carol represented the Mother in the case of Mason v. Coleman which set the current standard of review in removal cases when the parents share physical custody. Following the SJC decision in 2006 denying Mother's relocation, Carol continued to advocate for Mother who ultimately was permitted to move the children out of State. Family law cases require a unique commitment to the client due to the highly emotional issues, the length of time required and the evolving nature of family and parenting law.
Experienced & Dedicated Family Law Attorney. Call (508) 888-0181
Dedicated Family Law attorney
Practice Areas
7
Practice Areas
Family
70%
Mediation
15%
Child Custody
7%
Probate
5%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Licenses
Licensed in Massachusetts for 37 years
State: Massachusetts
Acquired: 1988
No misconduct found
Location
Phinney Law and Mediation
(508) 403-7156
Mobile
(508) 888-0182
Fax
480 Route 6A, Suite C, East Sandwich, MA, 02537
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Posted by Meghan | October 05, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Family
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Attorney Phinney did an outstanding job representing me in a complex case. She was extremely dedicated and her skill and expertise were clearly demonstrated both in and out of the courtroom which resulted in the best possible outcome for my case. She was easy to communicate with, always kept me wel...
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Experience
Honors
2017
First Justices' Award for Pro bono Publico Excellence, Granted by the South Eastern Court Judges
Work Experience
1992 - 2022
Attorney, Phinney Law Offices
Associations
2016 - Present
Barnstable County Bar AssociationMember
2016 - Present
Plymouth County Bar AssociationMember
2010 - Present
Senior Partners for JusticeMember
2014 - 2017
Massachusetts Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Mason v. Coleman
Won- Set standards of review in removal cases
Education
1988
Suffolk University
JD - Juris Doctor
N/A
University of Massachusetts
B.A.
Speaking Engagements
2021
The Use and Misuse of Social Media and Electronic Information in Family Law Disputes
The Use and Misuse of Social Media and Electronic Information in Family Law Disputes
2021
Probate & Family Court Category E & F Training
Probate & Family Court Category E & F Training
2020
How to Improve Your Next Category E Evaluation or Category F Investigation:
How to Improve Your Next Category E Evaluation or Category F Investigation:
2020
Family Law Mediation in the Aftermath of COVID-19
Family Law Mediation in the Aftermath of COVID-19
2018
Mediation: A Practice Guide for Mediators
Mediation: A Practice Guide for Mediators
Languages
English