Atty. Joanne E. Romanow

Atty. Joanne E. Romanow

Joanne E. Romanow handles high-conflict disputes in family law.

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About Joanne E. Romanow at a glance

Joanne E. Romanow is a family law and adr attorney based in Boston, Massachusetts, practicing at Casner & Edwards LLP. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts, Massachusetts Bar Association and New York, New York State Bar Association. Educated at Boston College Law School (J.D., 1980) and Syracuse University (BA). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Family Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Family Law Mediation (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Serands clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Joanne E. Romanow handles high-conflict disputes in family law
  • Her practice encompasses all aspects of domestic relations and probate litigation, including divorce, custody, modification, child support, paternity, guardianship, and will contests
  • Joanne handles a variety of litigation involving asset division, complex business valuation, inheritances, custody disputes, domestic violence and non-traditional family structure
  • She has been appointed as a guardian ad litem by the Probate and Family Court and regularly serves as parent coordinator in high conflict cases
  • She has also acted as a mediator and conciliator in domestic relations matters
  • Prior to joining Casner & Edwards, LLP, Joanne was a partner at Schlesinger and Buchbinder, LLP in Newton where she concentrated in matrimonial and family law
  • Prior to law school, Joanne worked as a caseworker for the Onondaga County Department of Social Services, Children’s Protective Services

Practice Areas Explained

Joanne E. Romanow's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Joanne E. Romanow handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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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Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Joanne E. Romanow is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Massachusetts →

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 Joanne E. Romanow

Where is Joanne E. Romanow's law office located?
Joanne E. Romanow's law practice is located in Boston, Massachusetts. The firm is Casner & Edwards LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joanne E. Romanow handle?
Joanne E. Romanow focuses on family law, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
Where did Joanne E. Romanow go to law school?
Joanne E. Romanow earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (BA).
How can I contact Joanne E. Romanow for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Joanne E. Romanow received?
Joanne E. Romanow's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Family Law; Best Lawyers in America — Family Law Mediation; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Bankruptcy.

Education

J.D.
Boston College Law School
- 1980
BA
Syracuse University
- In Progress

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Family Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Family Law Mediation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Bankruptcy
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts, Massachusetts Bar Association
New York, New York State Bar Association

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