Business Details
24 Years
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Emergency
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Trusted Family Law & Estate Planning Attorneys
Driscoll Wilfred C Jr has provided skilled legal representation in Southeastern Massachusetts for over two decades. Founded in 2002 by Wilfred C. Driscoll, Jr., a seasoned attorney with extensive courtroom experience, the firm expanded its reach in 2021 with the addition of Laurie A. Sanford, a dedicated family law practitioner. Our practice focuses on divorce, child custody, estate planning, and elder law, combining deep legal expertise with personalized client service. With offices in Fall River and Quincy, we serve clients across Bristol, Plymouth, Norfolk, and Barnstable counties, offering 24/7 availability and prompt communication.Our attorneys prioritize client needs, maintaining separate practices while collaborating on complex cases to deliver strategic solutions. Recognized for excellence in continuing legal education and trial advocacy, we combine decades of experience with up-to-date knowledge of evolving laws. Client testimonials consistently highlight our compassionate approach, courtroom effectiveness, and commitment to achieving favorable outcomes in family law and estate matters.
Services
Family Law
Divorce Representation
Child Custody
Estate Planning
Medicaid Planning
Restraining Orders
Child Support
Probate Cases
Criminal Defense
Details
- Year established: 2002
Highlights and features
- Over 50 years of combined legal experience in family law and estate planning
- 24/7 availability with same-day call responses from attorneys
- Proven courtroom success in complex divorce and custody cases
- Personalized service with direct attorney communication
- Specialized expertise in Massachusetts family law and Medicaid planning
What people say
Exceptional legal expertise
24/7 availability
Compassionate representation
Successful courtroom outcomes
Personalized attention
Services
Family Law
Our family law practice addresses divorce, child custody, and spousal support matters with personalized legal strategies. We guide clients through complex emotional and financial issues while prioritizing their family's best interests. Our attorneys combine courtroom experience with negotiation skills to achieve favorable outcomes.
Estate Planning
We create customized estate plans including wills, trusts, and Medicaid planning to protect assets and ensure legacy preservation. Our services address complex estate tax considerations and long-term care planning while maintaining compliance with Massachusetts regulations and federal guidelines.
Divorce Representation
We handle contested and uncontested divorces with focus on equitable asset division and child custody arrangements. Our attorneys advocate for fair spousal support determinations while navigating complex financial disclosures and property valuation challenges in Southeastern Massachusetts courts.
Child Custody
Our child custody practice develops parenting plans that serve children's best interests while protecting parental rights. We handle custody modifications, relocation cases, and enforcement actions with compassionate advocacy backed by extensive trial experience in Massachusetts family courts.
Medicaid Planning
We specialize in Medicaid eligibility strategies that protect assets while qualifying for nursing home care benefits. Our elder law attorneys implement legal tools to navigate complex spend-down requirements and preserve family wealth for future generations.
People
Wilfred C. Driscoll, Jr.
Attorney
With over 40 years of legal experience, Wilfred C. Driscoll, Jr. specializes in family law and estate planning. A former senior partner at a major Bristol County firm, he founded his practice in 2002, maintaining active courtroom advocacy while prioritizing personalized client service.
Laurie A. Sanford
Attorney
Laurie A. Sanford joined the firm in 2021, bringing extensive family law experience. Recognized for responsive client communication and successful custody case outcomes, she focuses on divorce proceedings, child support, and protective order defense while maintaining direct attorney availability.
Questions
What family law services do you offer?
We handle divorce, child custody, spousal support, property division, and protective orders with personalized legal strategies.
Do you offer estate planning consultations?
Yes, we provide free initial consultations for estate planning, including wills, trusts, and Medicaid planning.
Are you available for urgent legal matters?
Our attorneys offer 24/7 availability with same-day response guarantees for urgent family law or estate matters.
What payment options exist?
We offer flexible payment plans and flat-fee pricing for select legal services in family law and estate planning.
How do you handle complex divorces?
Our attorneys combine courtroom experience with negotiation skills to resolve complex asset division and custody disputes efficiently.
Do you serve areas beyond Fall River?
We represent clients throughout Southeastern Massachusetts, including Bristol, Plymouth, Norfolk, and Barnstable counties.
