Helen Holcomb
Boston, MA
Licensed for 35 years
Law Degree
Awards
Primary Practice Area
Divorce and separation
Language
English
About
Helen Holcomb is an expert litigator with the capability and drive to resolve the problems presented by her clients, whether in court, at trial, or in mediation or negotiation with the other side. She holds an AV Rating from the preeminent nationally-recognized authority, Martindale Hubbell Legal Directory, the top ranking in both professional ability and ethics. Every day, Helen Holcomb is listening to her clients’ needs and resolving their problems.Helen's practice focuses primarily on family law, where she has an exemplary record of success for her clients. Although she will always attempt to negotiate a fair settlement first, to save her clients time and money, when necessary, she will litigate zealously to obtain the best possible result for her clients. Helen’s trial skills have been honed throughout her career in her civil practice as well. In 2000, Helen received the highest jury verdict in Massachusetts, $27.5 million in a wrongful death case. Helen has successfully defended family law clients against baseless and frivolous contempt actions and appeals, and has won attorney’s fees awards for her clients. She has uncovered substantial hidden assets with vigorous investigation and discovery and convinced courts to attribute income to opposing spouses who are purposely “underemployed” or failing to report substantial sources of income. She has disproven false accusations to protect custodial rights, and resolved custody disputes when one parent has to relocate. She is known for her ability to resolve financially complex matters, sensitive child-related issues, and to handle the tough and contentious divorce case. No one is Massachusetts can provide a better, more reliable result in a divorce, paternity, or modification action than Attorney Helen Holcomb.Helen brings this same legal acumen and negotiating prowess to contract formation and pre-nuptial agreements, to reach a comprehensive, clear resolution, and thereby to avoid later litigation. In this arena too, Helen’s skills as a negotiator are without equal, and will secure the best possible results for her clients.
Practices Areas
Litigation
Personal Injury
Divorce and separation
Language
English
Contact
Reviews
Helen Holcomb is a superb attorney. She represented me in my divorce and ongoing litigation for a period of many years, including successfully defending me in 2 appeals in which I was awarded fees and costs. She, and her team at Cunha and Holcomb, are professional, intelligent, respectful and know the law. They get results and do so ethically. Their office is a pleasure to work with - so important at times when one is going through personal stress. I would HIGHLY recommend Helen Holcomb without reservation!
Helen Holcomb is a superb attorney. She represented me in my divorce and ongoing litigation for a period of many years, including successfully defending me in 2 appeals in which I was awarded fees and costs. She, and her team at Cunha and Holcomb, are professional, intelligent, respectful and know the law. They get results and do so ethically. Their office is a pleasure to work with - so important at times when one is going through personal stress. I would HIGHLY recommend Helen Holcomb without reservation!
Helen Holcomb is a superb attorney. She represented me in my divorce and ongoing litigation for a period of many years, including successfully defending me in 2 appeals in which I was awarded fees and costs. She, and her team at Cunha and Holcomb, are professional, intelligent, respectful and know the law. They get results and do so ethically. Their office is a pleasure to work with - so important at times when one is going through personal stress. I would HIGHLY recommend Helen Holcomb without reservation!