Atty. Judith Farris Bowman

Atty. Judith Farris Bowman

Judith Farris Bowman is a lawyer practicing family law, divorce, child custody and 3 other areas of law. Judith received a A.B. degree from Radcliffe College in 1961, and has been licensed for 51 years.

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Profile Summary

About Judith Farris Bowman at a glance

Judith Farris Bowman is a Partner based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, practicing at Bowman, Moos & Elder, LLP. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, litigation, and adr. Admitted to practice in New York (1975), Massachusetts (1977), U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts and U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit (1979), and U.S. Supreme Court (1982). Educated at Columbia Law School (J.D., 1974) and Radcliffe College (A.B., 1961). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Boston (Member, Family Law Steering Committee), Massachusetts (Member, Alternative Dispute Resolution Subcommittee, Family Law Section) and American (Member, Family Law Section) Bar Association Massachusetts Council on Family Mediation. Serands clients in Cambridge, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Judith Farris Bowman is a lawyer practicing family law, divorce, child custody and 3 other areas of law
  • Judith received a A.B. degree from Radcliffe College in 1961, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • Judith practices at Bowman, Moos & Elder, LLP in Cambridge, MA

Practice Areas Explained

Judith Farris Bowman's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Judith Farris Bowman 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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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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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Mediation & Arbitration

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

Judith Farris Bowman 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 Cambridge 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 Judith Farris Bowman

Where is Judith Farris Bowman's law office located?
Judith Farris Bowman's law practice is located in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The firm is Bowman, Moos & Elder, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Judith Farris Bowman handle?
Judith Farris Bowman focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, litigation, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has Judith Farris Bowman practiced law?
Judith Farris Bowman has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did Judith Farris Bowman go to law school?
Judith Farris Bowman earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (A.B., 1961).
How can I contact Judith Farris Bowman for a consultation?
You can contact Judith Farris Bowman 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 Judith Farris Bowman received?
Judith Farris Bowman's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Columbia Law School
- 1974
A.B.
Radcliffe College
- 1961

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1975
Massachusetts
Admitted: 1977
U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts and U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit
Admitted: 1979
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1982

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