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Filing a protective order is an extremely difficult decision. It takes a toll physically and emotionally on a person. After the filing, many decisions still have yet to be finalized. This article is not intended to override your existing plans regarding self help;...
Filing a protective order (209A) can be a scary time. Maybe you aren't sure where you will go. Maybe you have children to consider. Perhaps your family is not as supportive or available as you need. There are places and ways to get help so that you are not alone. ...
The year 2020 is now behind us but in many ways, we are still living through a full scale pandemic. COVID-19 hit this world and affected us in a large number of ways we did not expect. For many, being forced to stay in their homes, brought on anxiety, depression...
For my New Hampshire clients, here’s the update: Currently, the Courts are closed. You may not go to the court, but the Family Division is conducting some of the court's business behind closed doors. Here’s what to expect: In an emergency situation, you will...
Q: Can I hire a lawyer during COVID-19 with the courts being closed? Can they still work on my family law related case? A: Even if the court is closed, having an attorney assist you is so important. Most importantly, you should not go through this alone. Having an...
Update: if you have not watched Netflix’s “How to Fix a Drug Scandal”, we recommend you do so. It discusses this case and the Sonja Farak case. If you feel you have been impacted by either of these, please contact us. By now I am sure that a lot of you have heard of...
We understand this is an unusual time in our history. We are writing FAQ's as we receive questions. Please keep those questions coming in and we will do our best to respond. This...
How do I handle parenting time during COVID-19 and a stay-at-home mandate? The world is abuzz amidst COVID-19 and daily life seems to have changed for most of us. In fact, it's continuing to change on a regular basis. This is a new situation - one that we have never...
May 2021 Update: As we all work to keep this case in the headlines for as many eyes as possible, we often see other arrests that may appear to be similar to the person who killed Abby & Libby. Those persons will be investigated thoroughly by the local police, the...
A parent or other caregiver with an alcohol or drug addiction has a profound impact on their children. Substance abuse and parenting are more common than most people realize. Unfortunately, the parent does not always see that his or her behavior is harmful or won’t...
Christine represented me through a complicated divorce case involving multiple young children. From the beginning, until ultimate resolution, Christine excelled in every area that mattered. She possesses an uncommon level of dedication, commitment, and knowledge of applicable law. In my experience, her honesty and candour starkly distinguish her from many others in the field. […]
Ms. DeBernardis has been nothing short of the perfect advocate for me. I can honestly say without hesitation that had I knew of her from the begging [sic] of my divorce, I would have had a much much smoother go of it and would have had a legitimately more favorable outcome. I am very grateful, […]
Christine handled my divorce and was always thinking about my best interests. She did not let me make mistakes. She never let me give up something for nothing. She asked me what I wanted and fought for it. She was always available and promptly returned messages. I recommend her wholeheartedly and without reservation.
Despite the circumstances leading to my hiring Christine, working with her on my case turned out to be a pleasure. She is very communicative, understanding, and made my divorce process as quick and smooth as possible. I reached out to her after the case had closed for needed documents and she responded same day eager […]
I highly recommend Christine DeBernardis. Christine has been my attorney on and off for the past three years. I have had very difficult situations with my ex-husband and ongoing custody disputes. She is honest, fair, and upfront in all situations. She is great about returning phone calls, answering emails/questions. Christine knows what to expect, is […]
I have hired two lawyers prior to retaining Ms. DeBernardis and could not be happier with my time with her. She was very accessible and prompt with her communications, timely with her meetings, and grasped my issues and offered simple common sense solutions that made sense immediately. Not only did she take the time to […]
Attorney DeBernardis provided the leadership and council needed to obtain the best possible outcome in my criminal matter. I was pleased and impressed with both the level of effort Attorney DeBernardis demonstrated in my case as well as her communication: high quality, timely, responsive, and complete. This experience stands in contrast to the […]
An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community, I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of her clients and getting them the most favorable result possible. John, Personal Injury Attorney
I endorse this lawyer. I have worked closely with Attorney DeBernardis on both criminal and divorce matters. She is very thorough in her legal representation and builds great relationships with her clients. She dedicates a great amount of work and attention to each case she handles. July, 2016, Lauren – Criminal Defense Attorney
I’ve spent a lot of time thinking about what to say and what to put into a review of Attorney DeBernardis that would actually do her justice. All I can say is, I wish I went to her from the beginning. I had originally hired another lawyer who dug me deeper into a hole. Just […]
