team-member

Thomas Taranto

Salem, MA

Licensed for 25 years

Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

Child custody

Language

English

About

Practices Areas

Child custody

Child support

Divorce and separation

Family

Language

English

Contact

26 Lynde StreetSalem, MA, 01970

Office: (978) 218-2213

Website: N/A

Reviews

Lisa
March 12, 2018

I have worked with Thomas Taranto twice since 2013. I have retained his services as well as utilized him on a consultation basis. Atty Taranto doesn't play games. He is straight forward, professional, knowledgeable, extremely dedicated, and responsive. I highly recommend The Law Office of Thomas Taranto. There aren't many attorneys, in my opinion, who provide the same level of legal expertise and service.

claudia owens
April 8, 2017

Thomas represented me in my divorce settlement and was very impressive in his knowledge of the Mass divorce laws, negotiating and strategic skills. Thomas was nothing short of a true professional. He handled extreme adversity he ran into in my case calmly and proffesionally. He was responsive to my questions, gave sound advice, was very fair with legal fees and helped me come to a successful outcome. He shows compassion, dedication and is completely ethical in his work. I would highly recommend Thomas Taranto as an attorney.

Dimitri
May 17, 2018

I have been working with Tom from beginning to end of my divorce for a total of well over four years. Tom represented me with 100% success through numerous motions, two trials and one appeal. I could write a book about it, but I will keep this short. If I could summarize my thoughts in one sentence I’d say you do not want to be on the other end of the table with Tom. I was very fortunate to choose Tom as my attorney, and he did a great job. Tom never lost focus throughout this long period, and he treated every step of it with the urgency it deserved. I learned throughout this period (from my case and from spending so much time in court) that for an attorney to be successful it is not sufficient for him/her to just be knowledgeable of the law. A successful attorney needs to have experience, credibility and be respected with, and by, court officials. A good attorney needs to understand what Judges value the most and how to communicate the essence of the problem appropriately. Tom possesses all those attributes. Tom has the ability to take ownership of your case as a professional, but act on it as if you are his family member for whom he needs to fight tooth and nail. Tom’s intensity was the same at the end as it was at the beginning of the 4+ years. Everything got done on time. Every single phone call of mine got answered. And even though this was an extremely stressful period, I had peace of mind because I knew I was in good hands. Personally, I can’t thank him enough, and I hope this review will help others make the same good decision I made in going with Tom.

Michael
March 19, 2017

So do you find yourself married to a not great person (Avvo is making me be nice here)? That was dumb and from here on out you can't afford to be dumb. Hire Tom now! He guided me through a very tough divorce and custody battle. We went through two lawyers on opposition because he so firmly handled the first one. Tom knows how the other local lawyers operate and can give you insight into how the judges tend to rule on various issues. We were always steps ahead and in the driver's seat for the entirety of the proceedings. Every trap they tried to set and issues that were being conjured up fell completely flat because Tom is that damn good. So next up in the don't be dumb category, listen to and do everything he tells you. You hired a lawyer for a reason. Tom will give you a very realistic prediction on what you can and can't get in a divorce. Not listening to him will only cost you more money and jeopardize your chances of a favorable outcome. Opposition started at an unrealistic position and was forced to give ground while we stood firm. Opposition will try to paint you in a flat out false and damning image. Listen to Tom and keep your cool. Most importantly if you are a man going through a divorce immediately hire Tom and follow everything I've said above. I had the privilege of being the primary parent and raising my children but that's not always the case for men in this situation. Tom will be able to very accurately tell you what your best chances of custody will be and by staying realistic, with that outcome in mind you can better control where things will end up. Lastly, Tom has a secret weapon. Her name is Maria and she rocks. She put in time when ever I needed it, guided me in mitigating issues before they could arise and jump ahead of the nonsense BS that is about to be hurled your way. I won't divulge her trade secrets but she gives an amazing female insight as to what I (and you) will be up against. These two together are a dynamic duo. So to recap, stop being stupid. Hire Tom and Maria, listen to them, do everything they say and don't be dumb. You've been through enough and deserve to start your life over. So strap in, sack up and batton down the hatches you are in for a bumpy ride. With these two on your side you can weather the turbulence. Tom and Maria I thank you, my children thank you, my extended family thanks you and my new family thanks you.

Bruce
September 18, 2015

Long story short, I was in a time crunch to find an attorney. I am in TX and divorce was happening in MA. Tom was extremely helpful and made me feel much better after our first consultation. Now, almost a year later, I have nothing but praise for attorney Taranto. He was very competent and experienced. He was respectful of my time and worked very hard to minimize my trips to MA. He did an excellent job of protecting my interests. Tom also did a great job of explaining the process to me in a way that I could understand. I felt better and better each time we talked because I knew I was in good hands. Also a special shout-out to his assistant, Maria. She was awesome with all the paperwork, etc. I appreciated that their office is very "electronic" oriented. We were able to do almost everything in a very efficient and organized way using some well thought out online processes. Maria was also very professional but patient with me when I sometimes was late with info. Highly recommend. You will not be disappointed with attorney Thomas Taranto.

anonymous
September 17, 2015

Knowledgeable of not only the intricacies of divorce law but also of the prevailing tendencies of each of the judges. That is what sets Tom apart. That combined with his thorough attention to every detail, ability to answer any and all questions about our case, ability to speculate on what-if scenarios, and his exemplary responsiveness throughout the process, manifested itself into a exactly what you want. A FAIR AND PREDICTABLE OUTCOME WITH NO SURPRISES. Our court appearances before the judge were never ones of worry for me, but more the simple ratification of the outcomes which Attorney Taranto said would happen in prior discussion. This type of post-court exultation is only possible when your attorney knows the statutes, knows the players, and knows what is what is reasonable, possible, and likely. Never did I fear what a judge might say on court day. We did finally settle our case, and in doing so I was very impressed by Tom taking the time to highlight the plethora of details in the document language which were overlooked that worked in our favor. I learned a lot about the process through this ordeal. Let me say this, my case was settled and was done so predominantly within the bounds of what Tom had laid out for me in my first hour of speaking with him. That was no small task considering the ever moving goal-post and overreaching tendencies of the opposition, which we thwarted. If you are in need of an excellent divorce lawyer, I recommend and implore you to take the time to meet with Tom for an initial consultation. You will walk away knowing not only what to expect in terms of how your particular case will likely play out, but what you can expect from Tom as your attorney..... a lot. I recommend him without hesitation, but don't take my word for it, go meet with him and convince yourself.

Dr. B.
December 15, 2014

After months (years!) of attempting alimony relief from the court, Attorney Taranto helped me establish a settlement process as soon as we met. I was delighted with his knowledge of the current laws, his candor regarding all the individuals involved, and his responsiveness to my requests, especially when I was confused as to the legal process. In addition, his legal assistant Maria was efficient, proferssional and more than helpful. I would recommend Thama Taranto without hesitation as an excellent divorce attorney. Thanks again, Tom!

Doug
November 7, 2014

Tom is one of the most outstanding people I have ever met! His integrity is without question and advise thoughtful and comprehensive. I was continually impressed with his superior knowledge of the law and accounting practices as we navigated my difficult divorce case. I always was glad he was my attorney and not the opposing council! I never had to remind him of important issues and he seemed to know just when and how to address them through the case. His associate, Maria, is equally outstanding and when you team these two fantastic people up you can do no better! Regardless of your gender feel confident Tom and Maria are working as hard as anyone can to settle your case efficiently and as favorably as possible. I have never felt more supported and represented.

anonymous
June 5, 2014

I consulted with Mr. Taranto about child support, custody and visitation. He was extremely competent, professional and knowledgeable, and I felt very comfortable knowing he's been through divorce and custody with his own children. I had met with another attorney a few days before, but he lacked Mr. Taranto's firmness and empathy. I'd highly recommend him.

anonymous
May 3, 2013

Tom is an excellent advocate, and when I was going through my divorce, I knew that I had hired the right attorney when he worked day and night to make sure that my children and I would be fine through the entire process. He understood where I was coming from because he went through a divorce himself, and definitely knew his material. I will not go to another attorney because of how strong Tom's work ethic is. I can't recommend him enough.

Lisa
March 12, 2018

I have worked with Thomas Taranto twice since 2013. I have retained his services as well as utilized him on a consultation basis. Atty Taranto doesn't play games. He is straight forward, professional, knowledgeable, extremely dedicated, and responsive. I highly recommend The Law Office of Thomas Taranto. There aren't many attorneys, in my opinion, who provide the same level of legal expertise and service.

claudia owens
April 8, 2017

Thomas represented me in my divorce settlement and was very impressive in his knowledge of the Mass divorce laws, negotiating and strategic skills. Thomas was nothing short of a true professional. He handled extreme adversity he ran into in my case calmly and proffesionally. He was responsive to my questions, gave sound advice, was very fair with legal fees and helped me come to a successful outcome. He shows compassion, dedication and is completely ethical in his work. I would highly recommend Thomas Taranto as an attorney.

Dimitri
May 17, 2018

I have been working with Tom from beginning to end of my divorce for a total of well over four years. Tom represented me with 100% success through numerous motions, two trials and one appeal. I could write a book about it, but I will keep this short. If I could summarize my thoughts in one sentence I’d say you do not want to be on the other end of the table with Tom. I was very fortunate to choose Tom as my attorney, and he did a great job. Tom never lost focus throughout this long period, and he treated every step of it with the urgency it deserved. I learned throughout this period (from my case and from spending so much time in court) that for an attorney to be successful it is not sufficient for him/her to just be knowledgeable of the law. A successful attorney needs to have experience, credibility and be respected with, and by, court officials. A good attorney needs to understand what Judges value the most and how to communicate the essence of the problem appropriately. Tom possesses all those attributes. Tom has the ability to take ownership of your case as a professional, but act on it as if you are his family member for whom he needs to fight tooth and nail. Tom’s intensity was the same at the end as it was at the beginning of the 4+ years. Everything got done on time. Every single phone call of mine got answered. And even though this was an extremely stressful period, I had peace of mind because I knew I was in good hands. Personally, I can’t thank him enough, and I hope this review will help others make the same good decision I made in going with Tom.

Michael
March 19, 2017

So do you find yourself married to a not great person (Avvo is making me be nice here)? That was dumb and from here on out you can't afford to be dumb. Hire Tom now! He guided me through a very tough divorce and custody battle. We went through two lawyers on opposition because he so firmly handled the first one. Tom knows how the other local lawyers operate and can give you insight into how the judges tend to rule on various issues. We were always steps ahead and in the driver's seat for the entirety of the proceedings. Every trap they tried to set and issues that were being conjured up fell completely flat because Tom is that damn good. So next up in the don't be dumb category, listen to and do everything he tells you. You hired a lawyer for a reason. Tom will give you a very realistic prediction on what you can and can't get in a divorce. Not listening to him will only cost you more money and jeopardize your chances of a favorable outcome. Opposition started at an unrealistic position and was forced to give ground while we stood firm. Opposition will try to paint you in a flat out false and damning image. Listen to Tom and keep your cool. Most importantly if you are a man going through a divorce immediately hire Tom and follow everything I've said above. I had the privilege of being the primary parent and raising my children but that's not always the case for men in this situation. Tom will be able to very accurately tell you what your best chances of custody will be and by staying realistic, with that outcome in mind you can better control where things will end up. Lastly, Tom has a secret weapon. Her name is Maria and she rocks. She put in time when ever I needed it, guided me in mitigating issues before they could arise and jump ahead of the nonsense BS that is about to be hurled your way. I won't divulge her trade secrets but she gives an amazing female insight as to what I (and you) will be up against. These two together are a dynamic duo. So to recap, stop being stupid. Hire Tom and Maria, listen to them, do everything they say and don't be dumb. You've been through enough and deserve to start your life over. So strap in, sack up and batton down the hatches you are in for a bumpy ride. With these two on your side you can weather the turbulence. Tom and Maria I thank you, my children thank you, my extended family thanks you and my new family thanks you.

Bruce
September 18, 2015

Long story short, I was in a time crunch to find an attorney. I am in TX and divorce was happening in MA. Tom was extremely helpful and made me feel much better after our first consultation. Now, almost a year later, I have nothing but praise for attorney Taranto. He was very competent and experienced. He was respectful of my time and worked very hard to minimize my trips to MA. He did an excellent job of protecting my interests. Tom also did a great job of explaining the process to me in a way that I could understand. I felt better and better each time we talked because I knew I was in good hands. Also a special shout-out to his assistant, Maria. She was awesome with all the paperwork, etc. I appreciated that their office is very "electronic" oriented. We were able to do almost everything in a very efficient and organized way using some well thought out online processes. Maria was also very professional but patient with me when I sometimes was late with info. Highly recommend. You will not be disappointed with attorney Thomas Taranto.

anonymous
September 17, 2015

Knowledgeable of not only the intricacies of divorce law but also of the prevailing tendencies of each of the judges. That is what sets Tom apart. That combined with his thorough attention to every detail, ability to answer any and all questions about our case, ability to speculate on what-if scenarios, and his exemplary responsiveness throughout the process, manifested itself into a exactly what you want. A FAIR AND PREDICTABLE OUTCOME WITH NO SURPRISES. Our court appearances before the judge were never ones of worry for me, but more the simple ratification of the outcomes which Attorney Taranto said would happen in prior discussion. This type of post-court exultation is only possible when your attorney knows the statutes, knows the players, and knows what is what is reasonable, possible, and likely. Never did I fear what a judge might say on court day. We did finally settle our case, and in doing so I was very impressed by Tom taking the time to highlight the plethora of details in the document language which were overlooked that worked in our favor. I learned a lot about the process through this ordeal. Let me say this, my case was settled and was done so predominantly within the bounds of what Tom had laid out for me in my first hour of speaking with him. That was no small task considering the ever moving goal-post and overreaching tendencies of the opposition, which we thwarted. If you are in need of an excellent divorce lawyer, I recommend and implore you to take the time to meet with Tom for an initial consultation. You will walk away knowing not only what to expect in terms of how your particular case will likely play out, but what you can expect from Tom as your attorney..... a lot. I recommend him without hesitation, but don't take my word for it, go meet with him and convince yourself.

Dr. B.
December 15, 2014

After months (years!) of attempting alimony relief from the court, Attorney Taranto helped me establish a settlement process as soon as we met. I was delighted with his knowledge of the current laws, his candor regarding all the individuals involved, and his responsiveness to my requests, especially when I was confused as to the legal process. In addition, his legal assistant Maria was efficient, proferssional and more than helpful. I would recommend Thama Taranto without hesitation as an excellent divorce attorney. Thanks again, Tom!

Doug
November 7, 2014

Tom is one of the most outstanding people I have ever met! His integrity is without question and advise thoughtful and comprehensive. I was continually impressed with his superior knowledge of the law and accounting practices as we navigated my difficult divorce case. I always was glad he was my attorney and not the opposing council! I never had to remind him of important issues and he seemed to know just when and how to address them through the case. His associate, Maria, is equally outstanding and when you team these two fantastic people up you can do no better! Regardless of your gender feel confident Tom and Maria are working as hard as anyone can to settle your case efficiently and as favorably as possible. I have never felt more supported and represented.

anonymous
June 5, 2014

I consulted with Mr. Taranto about child support, custody and visitation. He was extremely competent, professional and knowledgeable, and I felt very comfortable knowing he's been through divorce and custody with his own children. I had met with another attorney a few days before, but he lacked Mr. Taranto's firmness and empathy. I'd highly recommend him.

anonymous
May 3, 2013

Tom is an excellent advocate, and when I was going through my divorce, I knew that I had hired the right attorney when he worked day and night to make sure that my children and I would be fine through the entire process. He understood where I was coming from because he went through a divorce himself, and definitely knew his material. I will not go to another attorney because of how strong Tom's work ethic is. I can't recommend him enough.

Lisa
March 12, 2018

I have worked with Thomas Taranto twice since 2013. I have retained his services as well as utilized him on a consultation basis. Atty Taranto doesn't play games. He is straight forward, professional, knowledgeable, extremely dedicated, and responsive. I highly recommend The Law Office of Thomas Taranto. There aren't many attorneys, in my opinion, who provide the same level of legal expertise and service.

claudia owens
April 8, 2017

Thomas represented me in my divorce settlement and was very impressive in his knowledge of the Mass divorce laws, negotiating and strategic skills. Thomas was nothing short of a true professional. He handled extreme adversity he ran into in my case calmly and proffesionally. He was responsive to my questions, gave sound advice, was very fair with legal fees and helped me come to a successful outcome. He shows compassion, dedication and is completely ethical in his work. I would highly recommend Thomas Taranto as an attorney.

Dimitri
May 17, 2018

I have been working with Tom from beginning to end of my divorce for a total of well over four years. Tom represented me with 100% success through numerous motions, two trials and one appeal. I could write a book about it, but I will keep this short. If I could summarize my thoughts in one sentence I’d say you do not want to be on the other end of the table with Tom. I was very fortunate to choose Tom as my attorney, and he did a great job. Tom never lost focus throughout this long period, and he treated every step of it with the urgency it deserved. I learned throughout this period (from my case and from spending so much time in court) that for an attorney to be successful it is not sufficient for him/her to just be knowledgeable of the law. A successful attorney needs to have experience, credibility and be respected with, and by, court officials. A good attorney needs to understand what Judges value the most and how to communicate the essence of the problem appropriately. Tom possesses all those attributes. Tom has the ability to take ownership of your case as a professional, but act on it as if you are his family member for whom he needs to fight tooth and nail. Tom’s intensity was the same at the end as it was at the beginning of the 4+ years. Everything got done on time. Every single phone call of mine got answered. And even though this was an extremely stressful period, I had peace of mind because I knew I was in good hands. Personally, I can’t thank him enough, and I hope this review will help others make the same good decision I made in going with Tom.

Michael
March 19, 2017

So do you find yourself married to a not great person (Avvo is making me be nice here)? That was dumb and from here on out you can't afford to be dumb. Hire Tom now! He guided me through a very tough divorce and custody battle. We went through two lawyers on opposition because he so firmly handled the first one. Tom knows how the other local lawyers operate and can give you insight into how the judges tend to rule on various issues. We were always steps ahead and in the driver's seat for the entirety of the proceedings. Every trap they tried to set and issues that were being conjured up fell completely flat because Tom is that damn good. So next up in the don't be dumb category, listen to and do everything he tells you. You hired a lawyer for a reason. Tom will give you a very realistic prediction on what you can and can't get in a divorce. Not listening to him will only cost you more money and jeopardize your chances of a favorable outcome. Opposition started at an unrealistic position and was forced to give ground while we stood firm. Opposition will try to paint you in a flat out false and damning image. Listen to Tom and keep your cool. Most importantly if you are a man going through a divorce immediately hire Tom and follow everything I've said above. I had the privilege of being the primary parent and raising my children but that's not always the case for men in this situation. Tom will be able to very accurately tell you what your best chances of custody will be and by staying realistic, with that outcome in mind you can better control where things will end up. Lastly, Tom has a secret weapon. Her name is Maria and she rocks. She put in time when ever I needed it, guided me in mitigating issues before they could arise and jump ahead of the nonsense BS that is about to be hurled your way. I won't divulge her trade secrets but she gives an amazing female insight as to what I (and you) will be up against. These two together are a dynamic duo. So to recap, stop being stupid. Hire Tom and Maria, listen to them, do everything they say and don't be dumb. You've been through enough and deserve to start your life over. So strap in, sack up and batton down the hatches you are in for a bumpy ride. With these two on your side you can weather the turbulence. Tom and Maria I thank you, my children thank you, my extended family thanks you and my new family thanks you.

Bruce
September 18, 2015

Long story short, I was in a time crunch to find an attorney. I am in TX and divorce was happening in MA. Tom was extremely helpful and made me feel much better after our first consultation. Now, almost a year later, I have nothing but praise for attorney Taranto. He was very competent and experienced. He was respectful of my time and worked very hard to minimize my trips to MA. He did an excellent job of protecting my interests. Tom also did a great job of explaining the process to me in a way that I could understand. I felt better and better each time we talked because I knew I was in good hands. Also a special shout-out to his assistant, Maria. She was awesome with all the paperwork, etc. I appreciated that their office is very "electronic" oriented. We were able to do almost everything in a very efficient and organized way using some well thought out online processes. Maria was also very professional but patient with me when I sometimes was late with info. Highly recommend. You will not be disappointed with attorney Thomas Taranto.

anonymous
September 17, 2015

Knowledgeable of not only the intricacies of divorce law but also of the prevailing tendencies of each of the judges. That is what sets Tom apart. That combined with his thorough attention to every detail, ability to answer any and all questions about our case, ability to speculate on what-if scenarios, and his exemplary responsiveness throughout the process, manifested itself into a exactly what you want. A FAIR AND PREDICTABLE OUTCOME WITH NO SURPRISES. Our court appearances before the judge were never ones of worry for me, but more the simple ratification of the outcomes which Attorney Taranto said would happen in prior discussion. This type of post-court exultation is only possible when your attorney knows the statutes, knows the players, and knows what is what is reasonable, possible, and likely. Never did I fear what a judge might say on court day. We did finally settle our case, and in doing so I was very impressed by Tom taking the time to highlight the plethora of details in the document language which were overlooked that worked in our favor. I learned a lot about the process through this ordeal. Let me say this, my case was settled and was done so predominantly within the bounds of what Tom had laid out for me in my first hour of speaking with him. That was no small task considering the ever moving goal-post and overreaching tendencies of the opposition, which we thwarted. If you are in need of an excellent divorce lawyer, I recommend and implore you to take the time to meet with Tom for an initial consultation. You will walk away knowing not only what to expect in terms of how your particular case will likely play out, but what you can expect from Tom as your attorney..... a lot. I recommend him without hesitation, but don't take my word for it, go meet with him and convince yourself.

Dr. B.
December 15, 2014

After months (years!) of attempting alimony relief from the court, Attorney Taranto helped me establish a settlement process as soon as we met. I was delighted with his knowledge of the current laws, his candor regarding all the individuals involved, and his responsiveness to my requests, especially when I was confused as to the legal process. In addition, his legal assistant Maria was efficient, proferssional and more than helpful. I would recommend Thama Taranto without hesitation as an excellent divorce attorney. Thanks again, Tom!

Doug
November 7, 2014

Tom is one of the most outstanding people I have ever met! His integrity is without question and advise thoughtful and comprehensive. I was continually impressed with his superior knowledge of the law and accounting practices as we navigated my difficult divorce case. I always was glad he was my attorney and not the opposing council! I never had to remind him of important issues and he seemed to know just when and how to address them through the case. His associate, Maria, is equally outstanding and when you team these two fantastic people up you can do no better! Regardless of your gender feel confident Tom and Maria are working as hard as anyone can to settle your case efficiently and as favorably as possible. I have never felt more supported and represented.

anonymous
June 5, 2014

I consulted with Mr. Taranto about child support, custody and visitation. He was extremely competent, professional and knowledgeable, and I felt very comfortable knowing he's been through divorce and custody with his own children. I had met with another attorney a few days before, but he lacked Mr. Taranto's firmness and empathy. I'd highly recommend him.

anonymous
May 3, 2013

Tom is an excellent advocate, and when I was going through my divorce, I knew that I had hired the right attorney when he worked day and night to make sure that my children and I would be fine through the entire process. He understood where I was coming from because he went through a divorce himself, and definitely knew his material. I will not go to another attorney because of how strong Tom's work ethic is. I can't recommend him enough.