Atty. Gary O. Todd

Atty. Gary O. Todd

Gary Todd is a Founding Partner at Todd Weld LLP where he is recognized locally and nationally as a preeminent family law practitioner specializing in Domestic Relations and Probate litigation. He has successfully negotiated, mediated and tried family law issues ranging from divorce, custody and parental rights to complex support, property division, removal, modification, and contempt actions, both at the trial court and appellate levels.

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Profile Summary

About Gary O. Todd at a glance

Gary O. Todd is a Partner based in Boston, Massachusetts, practicing at Todd & Weld LLP. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, probate, family law, and child support. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1991) and United States District Court, Massachusetts (1992). Educated at New England School of Law (J.D., 1991) and Boston University (B.S., 1988). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Gary Todd is a Founding Partner at Todd Weld LLP where he is recognized locally and nationally as a preeminent family law practitioner specializing in Domestic Relations and Probate litigation
  • He has successfully negotiated, mediated and tried family law issues ranging from divorce, custody and parental rights to complex support, property division, removal, modification, and contempt actions, both at the trial court and appellate levels
  • Mr. Todd has drafted and negotiated numerous prenuptial and postnuptial agreements
  • Mr. Todd has been honored in "Best Lawyers in America"
  • "Massachusetts Super Lawyer"
  • "Top Attorneys in New England in the area of Divorce, Mr. Todd has been awarded the AV rating by Martindale-Hubbeell which is awarded to an attorney with the highest possible peer rating
  • Mr. Todd served on: the Family Law Section Council of the Massachusetts Bar Association; Family Law Council and the Steering Committee of Boston Bar Association Family Law Council (co-chairman); the Massachusetts Association of Trial Lawyers; Board of Directors of Massachusetts Association of Guardians Ad Litem, Inc., Board of Directors of Association of Family, Court and Community Professionals; Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers
  • Mr. Todd has lectured on domestic relations law for the Massachusetts Bar Association; Boston Bar Association; the Massachusetts Continuing Legal Education; Suffolk University School of Law; and Harvard Law School Trial Advocacy program
  • Mr. Todd has appeared as a Special Legal Analyst in Divorce on the Fox National News Channel, Channel 56 News; WBZ Channel 4 News; WBZ radio; and as an expert in domestic relations for the Boston Globe
  • Mr. Todd has authored articles on Divorce and Family Law in several legal publications, and has been a panelist for numerous Massachusetts and Boston Bar Association continuing legal education seminars

Practice Areas Explained

Gary O. Todd's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Gary O. Todd handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Child Custody & Visitation

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Probate

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Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Child Support

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Massachusetts

Practicing law in Massachusetts. Legal matters in Massachusetts are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Boston are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Massachusetts state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Massachusetts brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Massachusetts courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Gary O. Todd

Where is Gary O. Todd's law office located?
Gary O. Todd's law practice is located in Boston, Massachusetts. The firm is Todd & Weld LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Gary O. Todd handle?
Gary O. Todd focuses on divorce, child custody, probate, family law, child support. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has Gary O. Todd practiced law?
Gary O. Todd has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Gary O. Todd go to law school?
Gary O. Todd earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.S., 1988).
How can I contact Gary O. Todd for a consultation?
You can contact Gary O. Todd directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Gary O. Todd received?
Gary O. Todd's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
New England School of Law
- 1991
B.S.
Boston University
- 1988

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1991
United States District Court, Massachusetts
Admitted: 1992

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