Geary & Geary LLC

Geary & Geary, LLP represents one of northern Massachusetts' most established and respected family law practices. With nearly 70 years of legal practice, the firm has earned a reputation for committed, compassionate representation combined with aggressive advocacy when litigation becomes necessary. Located in Lowell at 32 Church Street, the firm serves families throughout the greater Lowell area, including Tewksbury, and extending into southern New Hampshire communities.

The firm's longevity in legal practice is notable. Sixty-seven years of continuous operation reflects not just survival but thriving in a competitive legal marketplace. This endurance comes from consistent quality representation, strong client relationships, and adaptation to changing legal landscapes while maintaining core values of legal excellence and client service.

Geary & Geary brings comprehensive expertise across the full spectrum of family law matters. The firm handles contested divorces, where spouses disagree on key issues like property division or custody, and uncontested divorces, where parties have reached agreement but need skilled legal guidance to formalize their arrangements. The firm's experience navigating Massachusetts divorce law and local court procedures means efficient case handling and realistic client expectations.

Child custody and visitation represent a significant focus of the firm's work. The firm's attorneys understand that custody decisions are among the most important determinations families make. Rather than imposing cookie-cutter solutions, Geary & Geary works with families to develop custody and visitation arrangements that serve children's best interests while respecting both parents' roles in their children's lives.

Child support determinations are handled with careful attention to Massachusetts law and each family's specific circumstances. The firm ensures that support obligations are accurate, fair, and based on realistic income and expense information.

Property division represents another significant area of the firm's expertise. Divorce often involves complex asset division, including real estate, retirement accounts, investment portfolios, and other valuable property. The firm has developed sophisticated strategies for dividing marital property fairly and in compliance with Massachusetts law.

Post-divorce modifications and contempt actions represent important aspects of the firm's practice. Divorce decrees are not always permanent; circumstances change and court orders may need modification. Geary & Geary has extensive experience with modification proceedings, whether for custody, support, or property division changes. When former spouses violate court orders, the firm knows how to hold them accountable through contempt proceedings.

What particularly distinguishes Geary & Geary is its commitment to alternative dispute resolution methods. The firm actively engages in cooperative and collaborative divorce processes, recognizing that these approaches often serve clients better than traditional litigation. In cooperative divorce, parties work together with neutral professionals to resolve disputes. In collaborative divorce, each party retains a trained collaborative attorney and the parties commit to negotiated resolution rather than litigation.

These alternative approaches often result in better outcomes for families, lower costs, and less ongoing conflict. The firm's expertise in both traditional litigation and alternative dispute resolution means they can recommend the approach most appropriate for each client's unique situation.

For uncontested divorces, the firm has streamlined processes for joint petitions, where both spouses agree on key terms and can finalize divorce relatively quickly. The attorneys guide clients through necessary financial disclosures, legal requirements, and paperwork, ensuring that uncontested divorces are handled correctly and efficiently.

The firm's location in Lowell, a city with deep history and strong community ties, reflects the firm's roots in the region. The address at 32 Church Street places the firm in an accessible location in downtown Lowell, making it convenient for families to schedule consultations and meetings.

Geary & Geary's approach to family law is refreshingly human. The firm recognizes that divorce affects not just the divorcing spouses but entire families, extended family members, and children. Rather than treating divorce as purely adversarial, the firm explores options for resolution that serve families' long-term interests. This humanistic approach, combined with skilled legal advocacy, creates representation that protects clients' interests while respecting the ongoing importance of family relationships.

With 67 years of legal practice, established reputation in the Lowell area and beyond, expertise across multiple family law areas, and commitment to both traditional litigation and alternative dispute resolution, Geary & Geary represents experienced, proven legal representation for families facing divorce and related matters.

Whether you're facing a contested custody battle, seeking modification of an existing order, pursuing an uncontested divorce, or exploring collaborative divorce options, Geary & Geary LLP brings decades of expertise and genuine commitment to your family's interests. Contact them at 978-319-4194 to schedule your free consultation.