Tasha L. Buzzell

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Tasha L. Buzzell

also known as Tasha Buzzell and Associates LLC

4.8
Rating: 9.5

Licensed for 19 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at North Attleboro, MA
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Probate, Mediation ... +2 more

188 N. Washington St., P.O. Box 683, North Attleboro, MA

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Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 65%

20 years

65%
Child Custody 10%

This represents the portion of my practice that is dedicated to work as a Guardian ad Litem. I also act as a court appointed conciliator, generally on highly contested custody cases. I am a member of the ARC program (Attorneys Representing Children) and have represented several children in divorce and custody cases.

16 years

10%
Mediation 10%

Family Law Mediation: divorce, custody, elder. From single issue to very complex cases.

15 years

10%
Probate 10%

Guardianship, Conservatorship, Probate of Wills, Trust Compromises, Special Needs Trusts. I also work as a court appointed "next friend" for incapacitated individuals involved in divorces and as a Guardian ad Litem investigator for guardianships and conservatorships. I also defend against elder abuse petitions.

20 years

10%
Family 5%

20 years

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2022 2016 2014
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Licenses

Licensed in Massachusetts for 19 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 2006

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Tasha L. Buzzell

188 N. Washington St., P.O. Box 683, North Attleboro, MA, 02760

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Tasha L. Buzzell's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

44 Client Reviews

Showing 21 - 25 of 44 reviews

Posted by Donna McCarthy | May 13, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

The Best

Tasha is professional and extremely smart. She was very skillful in negotiating and helped me receive a settlement of an amount that I never expected. Don't let her angelic face fool you because she is tough as nails. I never expected such a good outcome. I am very grateful for her service and wo...uld highly recommend her.

Posted by Rick | May 13, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Divorce case

Attorney Buzzell handled my case with unparalleled professionalism. Her knowledge, expertise and communication skills were key factors in helping my case to go smoothly resulting in fair outcome for both parties.

Posted by anonymous | February 22, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Family

Do not hesitate call Tasha, you will not be dissapointed

Before I hired Tasha I was attempting to work with and co-parent with a mentally ill and very high conflict parent that barely allowed me to see our child. When I finally had enough and realized this was having a negative impact on the relationship and bonding with my child, I went looking for the b...est and fortunately found Tasha. From the moment I walked into her office I felt for the first time that everything was going to be ok. I was very stressed and worried that my child was going to be kept from me and it would be years before I could have a meaningful relationship with my child. Tasha immediately put me at ease and made me feel confident my child would not be kept from me. Starting from the first court hearing things improved dramatically and continued to improve through the final court hearing where now I have Joint Custody and enjoy significant parenting time with my child and have developed a bond that would not have been possible without Tasha representing me. I am as significant part of my child's life as the other parent. When I hired Tasha I not only hired her to represent me but also represent my child and fight for my child’s rights to have a bond and relationship with me. If left to the other parent I would have been erased from my child’s life and Tasha put a stop to that! I now have equal rights and access to my child. Thanks to Tasha I am no longer just a visitor. If you find yourself in a situation where you are hoping things improve between you and the other parent, stop hoping and reach out to Tasha and her team. Time is precious and my one regret is I didn’t reach out to her sooner. Although my child is young, had I reached out sooner my child and I would have enjoyed each other sooner. You can’t get time back so call her now so you can start being a significant part of your child’s life. You and your child's relationship can not afford to wait. Five Stars just are not enough for Tasha and her team . She is an expert in family law and is a true professional. You will not be disappointed.

Posted by Luis | July 30, 2015

Get's It

When you are in the trenches and feel you can't peak out, this is the lawyer you want with you. We hired her because of the community ratings posted here and she has not let us down. Think hard before you make a decision about any other attorney you want to hire and then think only once about Tasha....

Posted by anonymous | December 04, 2014 | Child Custody

A fierce advocate (with a heart)

When you are faced with a problem and you are unsure what direction to go, Tasha will put you at ease. We hired Tasha to handle a child custody case that involved very complicated issues, a long history, DCF, mental health hospitals, special ed. I got her name from two people – one was a past client,... and one was a detective - they both told me she was the person to see. She’s amazing. In her office, she is warm and friendly and understanding. When we got to court, she is fierce (that’s how the other attorney described her to the judge “a fierce advocate, judge, fierce”). She broke our complicated case down into simple terms for us and for the court. The other side has had a couple of attorneys, and sometimes their explanations and arguments didn’t make sense. The judge would look at Tasha and ask her to fill him in – I could tell the judge trusts her. She is the first person I think of to call when something goes wrong with our situation now, and her focus on our situation makes our decisions much easier.

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Tasha L. Buzzell's Lawyer Endorsements

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Robert Deschene

General practice lawyer | Mar 28

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked with Tasha on a several matters. She is very well-versed in the law, very committed to doing the utmost for her clients, and genuinely concerned with their welfare. She conveys a warm sense of compassion along with an extremely professional demeanor. I would refer clients to her without a moment’s hesitation, assured that they would receive the best legal representation possible."

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Mary Sheridan

Family lawyer | Jan 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Tasha is a dedicated professional with expertise in handling family law matters, whether litigated or mediated. I have worked with her in several family law matters and have been very impressed with her ability to effectively advocate for her clients."

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Stacie Nye-Buckley

Divorce and separation lawyer | Mar 01

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Buzzell and I have worked together both as opposing counsel and on the same matter. She is very creative and intelligent. Her knowledge of family law is exceptional. I look forward to working with Attorney Buzzell again."

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Lynn Whitney

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Not only is she a very competent and diligent lawyer, she maintains a very professional and patient manner in difficult cases."

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Stephen Clapp

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jul 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Tasha Buzzell is articulate and perceptive with her clients and in court. As an attorney she exhibits exceptional insight and analytical skills. She demonstrates a clear and concise understanding of the law. Without reservation, I highly recommend Attorney Buzzell in her fields of expertise."

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Louise Glass

Family lawyer | Mar 07

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. She is extremely professional, knowledgable, and ethical. She is a zealous advocate, and I hope I have the opportunity to work with her again in the future."

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Jason Rawlins

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Robert Deschene

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Mary Sheridan

Mediation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.5 (Superb)

Honors

2018

Client Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

Top 20 Under 40, Sun Chronicle

2017

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

Client's Choice, Avvo

2015

Top 40 Lawyers Under 40, American Society of Legal Advocates

2015

Top One Percent, National Association of Distinguished Counsel

2014

Pro Bono Service Award, First Justices' Forum and South Coastal Counties Legal Services

2013

Pro Bono Service Award, First Justices' Forum and South Coastal Counties Legal Services

2013

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2012

Pro Bono Service Award, First Justices' Forum and South Coastal Counties Legal Services

2005

Rappaport Fellowship, Harvard/Suffolk/Rappaport Institute

2005

Carol DiMaiti Scholarship, Massachusetts Association of Women Lawyers (M.A.W.L.)

2003

Merit Scholarship, Suffolk Law

2002

Women's Studies Department Award, Holy Cross

Work Experience

2006 - 2008

Judicial Law Clerk, Commonwealth of Massachusetts - Probate and Family Court

2005 - 2006

Student Attorney Rule 3:03, Suffolk Law School Family Law Clinic

2005 - 2005

Legal Intern, Senior Partners for Justice

2005 - 2006

Law Clerk, Law Office of Susan Howards (criminal and discrimination)

2004 - 2004

Legal Intern, South Coastal Counties Legal Services

2002 - 2003

Shelter Program Coordinator/Family Advocate, Daybreak

Associations

2008 - Present

Arc of Northern Bristol County, Human Rights Committee

Member

Pink Pages

Gay-Friendly Business

2010 - 2012

Arc of Northern Bristol County, Human Rights Committee

Chairperson

Education

2011

Family Law Mediation Training

Certificate of Completion

2010

ADR Conciliation Program

Certificate of Completion

2006

Suffolk Law

JD with honors

2002

Holy Cross

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2012

Jumpstarting Your Practice (Continuing Education) Client Relationships and Law Office Management

2011

The Movement from Theory to Practice: What to Do When "Being a Lawyer" Gets Real Expert panel member (Suffolk Law and LOMAP program)

2010

Franklin Special Education Parents Advisory Committee Estate Planning for Parents of Children with Special Needs

Publications

2011

Christian Science Monitor New kind of lawyer

Languages

English

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