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Family Law Attorney in New Bedford
Bristol County Family Law Representation with a Local Office in New Bedford, MA
Law Offices of Rachel M. Matos has a physical office in New Bedford, Massachusetts, giving Bristol County residents direct, local access to family law representation across the full range of matters: divorce, child custody, alimony, asset division, and mediation. Attorney Rachel M. Matos founded the firm with a client-focused approach, handling each case through negotiation or litigation depending on what best serves the client’s interests. The firm also serves clients in Plymouth County and Norfolk County.
Family law disputes touch nearly every part of a person’s life. Whether you’re navigating a contested divorce, working through a parenting plan, or seeking a modification of an existing order, we’re prepared to advocate for your interests at every stage.
If you’re facing a family law matter in New Bedford or anywhere in Bristol County, contact our office today at (508) 206-9334 to schedule a consultation.
Family Law Services for New Bedford & Bristol County Clients
We handle the full range of family law matters that come before the Bristol County Probate and Family Court. Clients receive individualized attention and a strategy built around the client’s specific circumstances.
Our family law practice areas include:
- Divorce: Representation in both contested and uncontested divorce proceedings, from initial filing through final judgment.
- High Net Worth Divorce: Focused handling of divorces involving significant or complex assets, with attention to thorough financial disclosure and equitable distribution.
- Division of Assets: Property division arising from divorce or separation, including real estate, retirement accounts, and business interests.
- Alimony: Representation in initial alimony determinations and post-divorce modification proceedings.
- Separation: Legal guidance for clients who aren’t ready to pursue divorce but need to formalize their arrangements.
- Child Custody: Advocacy in disputes involving legal and physical custody, parenting plans, and relocation matters.
- Child Support: Assistance with initial child support orders and modifications as circumstances change.
- Mediation: Alternative dispute resolution designed to help parties reach agreements outside of court when possible.
A Certified Financial Litigator Serving New Bedford Families
Attorney Rachel M. Matos holds a Certified Financial Litigator credential, a designation that directly supports clients navigating the financial dimensions of family law. In high-net-worth divorce and complex asset division cases, that means a deeper capacity to analyze property valuations, identify financial disclosures that warrant scrutiny, and build a strategy grounded in the actual numbers at stake.
Resources & Approach
When a case calls for it, we draw on a network that includes private investigators, forensic evidence assessment, forensic psychiatric evaluation, and financial analysts. This breadth of resources lets us treat each client’s situation as what it is: its own case, with its own facts, requiring its own strategy.
Recognition & Commitment to Clients
Attorney Matos was selected to the Super Lawyers 2023 list and the Super Lawyers Rising Stars list. Her background spans both civil and criminal matters, and she clerked for a criminal defense firm during law school before founding this practice. We can’t guarantee specific outcomes, but we fight for the result our clients seek, whether that means reaching an amicable resolution or taking a matter to litigation.
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Recognized Representation for Bristol County Families
Attorney Matos’s selection to the Super Lawyers 2023 list and the Super Lawyers Rising Stars list reflects recognition extended to a limited percentage of attorneys. The firm also holds Expertise.com Best Family Lawyers recognition. Attorney Matos is a member of the Bristol County Bar Association and the Massachusetts Bar Association and is admitted to the United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts.
Clients who have worked with our firm describe consistent communication, prompt responses, and attentive handling of contested family law matters. Their experiences are reflected in the reviews below.
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Really great service and really helpful to me and my family situation.- Erick T
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I was extremely grateful and bless for her service. Had great communication skills along the case. Treats her client’s respectfully. Most importantly she has the passion and thrive as an attorney.- Luis A.
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“I am so glad I found attorney Rachel Matos. From the very first phone call attorney Matos has been so diligent and helpful and always willing to help and offer me the guidance and support I need in order to fight for my daughter.”- Liolga A.
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I appreciate how diligent you and your staff are to help a very close friend of mine. We value your help and guidance during this difficult process. THANK YOU FOR YOUR HELP.- Dixie R
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Attorney Matos was caring and super helpful. She was extremely professional and responsive to any questions I had. I am so thankful I was able to find her and she was able to take care of everyone of my needs.- Former Client
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Professional, organized and courteous when it came down to listening to what I needed from her in order to represent me on a private matter...Rachel Matos will get you the results you are looking for! You won't be disappointed.- Selvin Z.
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“She was always very professional, had great communication, and the outcome was the best!”- Manuella A.
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“The Law Offices of Rachel M. Matos is always willing to help, returns calls the same day, and knows what they are doing. Their professionalism is top-notch.”- R.V.
Talk to a New Bedford Family Lawyer Today
We’re ready to help New Bedford and Bristol County residents move forward with clarity and a defined strategy. From a first consultation through resolution, Attorney Matos and our team provide personalized attention at every step. We handle cases through negotiation or litigation based on what genuinely serves your interests, not a one-size approach.
To schedule a consultation with Law Offices of Rachel M. Matos, call (508) 206-9334. Our office is located in New Bedford, and we serve clients throughout Bristol County, Plymouth County, and Norfolk County.
