Atty. Thomas J. Taranto

Atty. Thomas J. Taranto

Attorney Taranto is an experienced family law attorney and negotiator who counsels clients in complex high asset divorce cases, often highly contentious. He also counsels clients in post-divorce...

Salem Salem 30 yrs experience 30 year
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About Thomas J. Taranto at a glance

Thomas J. Taranto is a Member based in Salem, Massachusetts, practicing at Law Offices of Thomas J. Taranto. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, real estate, and child support. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1996) and U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts (1998). Educated at Massachusetts School of Law (J.D., 1996) and Boston College (B.S., 1975). Serands clients in Salem, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Attorney Taranto is an experienced family law attorney and negotiator who counsels clients in complex high asset divorce cases, often highly contentious
  • He also counsels clients in post-divorce
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Practice Areas Explained

Thomas J. Taranto's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas J. Taranto 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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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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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 Salem 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 Thomas J. Taranto

Where is Thomas J. Taranto's law office located?
Thomas J. Taranto's law practice is located in Salem, Massachusetts. The firm is Law Offices of Thomas J. Taranto. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas J. Taranto handle?
Thomas J. Taranto focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, real estate, child support. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has Thomas J. Taranto practiced law?
Thomas J. Taranto has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
Where did Thomas J. Taranto go to law school?
Thomas J. Taranto earned their education at (J.D., 1996); (B.S., 1975).
How can I contact Thomas J. Taranto for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Massachusetts School of Law
- 1996
B.S.
Boston College
- 1975

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1996
U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts
Admitted: 1998

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