Laurie P. Mullen

Laurie P. Mullen represents a rare combination of legal excellence and genuine commitment to helping families through life's most challenging transitions. With more than 30 years of legal experience and a private practice spanning over two decades, Mullen has become a trusted advocate for families throughout Bristol and Plymouth Counties in Massachusetts and neighboring Rhode Island communities.

Laurie P. Mullen earned her Juris Doctor, magna cum laude, from New England School of Law in 1989, graduating with honors that reflected her dedication to legal studies and her promise as an emerging lawyer. She was admitted to practice in Massachusetts in 1989 and expanded her practice to Rhode Island in 1990, giving her license to practice family law across the Massachusetts-Rhode Island border region. In 1992, just a few years into her legal career, Mullen made the significant decision to establish her own private practice, demonstrating the confidence her early legal work had earned and her commitment to serving families directly.

Over the past three decades, Laurie P. Mullen has become one of Bristol County's most recognized and respected family law attorneys. Her practice has grown organically through client referrals and word-of-mouth reputation, the strongest form of recognition in legal practice. She maintains offices in both Fall River and Rehoboth, making her services accessible to families throughout the region.

Multen's practice encompasses the full spectrum of family law matters. She handles divorce cases of all types, from uncontested divorces where parties have reached agreement to highly contested divorces involving substantial disagreements about property division, custody, or support. Her experience navigating the Massachusetts court system means efficient handling of cases and realistic guidance about likely outcomes.

Child custody disputes represent a significant portion of Mullen's practice. She understands that custody determinations are among the most emotionally charged decisions families face and require careful consideration of each child's needs, each parent's relationship with the child, and the practical realities of custody arrangements. Rather than imposing cookie-cutter solutions, Mullen works with families to develop custody arrangements that actually work in practice.

Visitation and parenting time arrangements are handled with attention to both legal requirements and practical considerations. Mullen understands that custody arrangements must be flexible enough to accommodate children's changing needs and evolving family dynamics. She helps families create arrangements that serve children's best interests while respecting both parents' relationships with their children.

Child support determinations are approached with careful attention to Massachusetts law and each family's specific circumstances. Mullen works to ensure that support obligations are fair, realistic, and based on accurate financial information.

Paternity cases represent another important aspect of Mullen's practice. When parents are unmarried but have questions about custody, visitation, or support, Mullen brings the same expertise and commitment to reaching fair solutions.

What particularly distinguishes Laurie P. Mullen's practice is her expertise and passion for mediation. Mullen recognizes that mediation often serves families better than traditional litigation. In mediation, parties work collaboratively to reach agreement, rather than having a judge impose solutions. This process often results in better outcomes, lower costs, and less ongoing conflict. Mullen's mediation services allow families to resolve disputes while maintaining control over decisions and relationships.

Multen's approach to family law is deeply informed by more than 30 years of legal practice. She has seen families at their best and worst, has witnessed the impact of various custody arrangements on children, and has learned what actually works for families. This hard-won wisdom informs every case she handles.

Her location in the Fall River area, at 161 Lindsey Street, and her Rehoboth office serve as accessible resources for families throughout Bristol and Plymouth Counties. The firm's accessibility reflects Mullen's commitment to serving local families and communities.

With more than 30 years of legal experience, a magna cum laude law degree, and a private practice spanning over two decades, Laurie P. Mullen brings proven expertise and genuine commitment to family law. Whether you're facing a straightforward divorce, a complex custody dispute, or seeking mediation services, Mullen is equipped to help your family navigate these challenging issues effectively. Contact Laurie P. Mullen at (508) 679-9811 to discuss your family law matter.