Atty. Robert Winford Carpenter

Atty. Robert Winford Carpenter

Robert W. Carpenter has represented clients in many complex family law matters for over 30 years in Boston and surrounding counties.

Boston Boston 43 yrs experience 43 year
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Profile Summary

About Robert Winford Carpenter at a glance

Robert Winford Carpenter is a Member based in Boston, Massachusetts, practicing at Law Offices of Robert W. Carpenter. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, child support, and alimony. Admitted to practice in U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit (1983), Massachusetts (1985), and U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts (1987). Educated at St. Louis University (J.D., 1985) and Northeastern University (B.S. St., 1981). Serands clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Robert W. Carpenter has represented clients in many complex family law matters for over 30 years in Boston and surrounding counties
  • Attorney Carpenter delivers superior representation in the Probate and Family Courts of Massachusetts involving Divorce and Uncontested Divorce, Child Custody, Parenting Plans, Removals, Property Valuation, Adoption, Alimony, Paternity, Domestic Violence and Restraining Orders, Division of Marital Assets and modifications and contempts
  • Mr. Carpenter is conveniently located on Beacon Hill in Boston, and practices in all Massachusetts Probate and Family Courts including, Bristol, Suffolk, Middlesex, Plymouth, Norfolk, Essex, and Worcester counties
  • Attorney Carpenter also represents defendants and victims of domestic violence in criminal matters in the Massachusetts District Courts
  • Providing diligent and aggressive representation, Mr. Carpenter is a graduate of Saint Louis University and earned his Juris Doctor and MBA degrees in 1985, he holds a B.S. in Political Scient/Public Administration from Northeastern University where he graduated with highest honors
  • Admitted to Massachusetts State Bar, the Massachusetts District Court, and Massachusetts US Court of Appeals
  • Attorney Carpenter is a member of the American Bar Association and is a Discovery Master in the Massachusetts Probate and Family Court
  • He also volunteers as an ARC, Attorney Representing Children, in the Norfolk Probate and Family Court

Practice Areas Explained

Robert Winford Carpenter's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert Winford Carpenter 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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Child Support

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Alimony / Spousal 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 Robert Winford Carpenter

Where is Robert Winford Carpenter's law office located?
Robert Winford Carpenter's law practice is located in Boston, Massachusetts. The firm is Law Offices of Robert W. Carpenter. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert Winford Carpenter handle?
Robert Winford Carpenter focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, child support, alimony. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has Robert Winford Carpenter practiced law?
Robert Winford Carpenter has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did Robert Winford Carpenter go to law school?
Robert Winford Carpenter earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.S. St., 1981).
How can I contact Robert Winford Carpenter for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
St. Louis University
- 1985
B.S. St.
Northeastern University
- 1981

Bar Admissions

U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit
Admitted: 1983
Massachusetts
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts
Admitted: 1987

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