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Attorney Catherine Becker Good

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After over 30 years of hands-on experience working in the courts of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Attorney Catherine Becker Good has developed a trusting and personal approach to interacting with her clients that makes them feel safe, supported, and heard during a vulnerable time. Catherine fully understands

that the Probate Court experience can be overwhelming and confusing. She is committed to easing the anxiety and stress that all too often accompanies the probate court process by standing with you and for you as she advocates on your behalf.

 

Catherine has appeared before most judges in the Probate Courts across the state. This exposure to various courts and the particular practices of each judge has provided Catherine with the necessary insight to navigate through the individual nuances of various judges and court personnel. She will work with you to strategize a legal course of action that best benefits you.

 

The majority of Catherine's practice is devoted to family law, but Catherine also defends clients in criminal cases in various district courts across the state. She has

been a zealous advocate for her criminal clients, and handles all types of district court cases, including: operating under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs, domestic violence, larceny and motor vehicle offenses.

 

Additionally, Catherine represents clients in filing for chapter 7 petitions. Catherine will walk her clients through the often confusing bankruptcy process, from preparing the petition to appearing before the Court for the meeting of creditors. All of Catherine's clients have successfully filed for and have been granted discharges under chapter 7.

 

As a skilled negotiator and mediator, Catherine remains focused and calm during highly contentious situations, which helps her clients do the same. With the innate ability to sense when to litigate and when to compromise, Catherine has developed a solid reputation with both clients and court officials built on her impeccable professionalism and legal knowledge.

Education

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Suffolk University Law School, Juris Doctorate, 1988

Jurisprudence Award in Professional Responsibility

 

Northeastern University, Bachelor of Science Business Administration, 1985 Magna Cum Laude

Hutchinson Memorial Award: Outstanding Marketing Student

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Denison University

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, 1982

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Admitted

 

Commonwealth of Massachusetts, 1988

U.S. District Court, First Circuit, 1990

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Awards & Recognition

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"Super Lawyers" - 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024

Boston Top Lawyers - 2022

Top 100 Registry - 2019 and 2020

AVVO - 10.0 Superb Rating

Alignable - Highly Recommended - 2020

Top 10 Attorneys - Family Law Attorney and Practice Magazine - 2019

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Associations

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Norfolk County Bar Association 
Massachusetts Bar Association
Women's Business Network of Norwood - Member
Boston Business Women - Member
BNI 128 Network - Member
Charley's Angels Pet Initiative - Board Member
She Breathes Collaborative Network - Board Member
International Legal Honor Society of Phi DeltaPhi

Kirstin Barber, Associate

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Kirstin Barber is an associate at the Law Office of Catherine Becker Good.  Kirstin worked with the firm as a student intern and joined as an associate attorney upon passing the bar.  Kirstin is familiar with all aspects of domestic relations law and is also a certified mediator.

 

Kirstin works with clients to navigate the complexities of domestic relations law, including complying with discovery requirements, preparing for hearings and ensuring compliance with Court Orders.  Kirstin also stands by clients and advocates on their behalf when appearing in Court.

 

Kirstin received a Bachelor of Arts in Legal Studies and Psychology from Roger Williams University in 2020. She received her Juris Doctorate from Suffolk Law School in 2024.  While in law school, Kirstin was a Note Editor on the Journal of Health and Biomedical Law. Kirstin also completed an internship with a boutique law firm that practiced personal injury and Social Security disability law.

Education

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B.A., Roger Williams University, 2020, Magna Cum Laude

J.D., Suffolk University Law School, 2024

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Admitted

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Kirstin is a member of the Massachusetts Bar Association

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