Atty. Kathleen A. Townsend

Atty. Kathleen A. Townsend

Kathleen A. Townsend is a lawyer practicing family law, divorce & separation, mediation and 1 other area of law.

Springfield Springfield 44 yrs experience 44 year
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Profile Summary

About Kathleen A. Townsend at a glance

Kathleen A. Townsend is a Member based in Springfield, Massachusetts, practicing at Kathleen A. Townsend, Attorney at Law. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on divorce, probate, family law, and adr. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1982) and U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit (1982). Educated at Western New England College (J.D., 1981) and Westfield State College (B.A., 1968). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Hampden County and Massachusetts Bar Associations. Serands clients in Springfield, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Kathleen A. Townsend is a lawyer practicing family law, divorce & separation, mediation and 1 other area of law
  • Kathleen received a B.A. degree from Westfield State College in 1968, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • Kathleen practices at Kathleen A. Townsend, Attorney at Law in Springfield, MA

Practice Areas Explained

Kathleen A. Townsend's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Kathleen A. Townsend 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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Probate

Kathleen A. Townsend is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Massachusetts →

Family Law

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

Kathleen A. Townsend is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Massachusetts →

Mediation & Arbitration

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

Kathleen A. Townsend 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 Springfield 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 Kathleen A. Townsend

Where is Kathleen A. Townsend's law office located?
Kathleen A. Townsend's law practice is located in Springfield, Massachusetts. The firm is Kathleen A. Townsend, Attorney at Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Kathleen A. Townsend handle?
Kathleen A. Townsend focuses on divorce, probate, family law, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has Kathleen A. Townsend practiced law?
Kathleen A. Townsend has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Kathleen A. Townsend go to law school?
Kathleen A. Townsend earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.A., 1968).
How can I contact Kathleen A. Townsend for a consultation?
You can contact Kathleen A. Townsend 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 Kathleen A. Townsend received?
Kathleen A. Townsend's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Western New England College
- 1981
B.A.
Westfield State College
- 1968

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit
Admitted: 1982

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