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Helen Holcomb

Cunha & Holcomb, P.C. • Boston, MA
Divorce & Separation

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Contact

Email
holcomb@cunhaholcomb.com
Phone
(401) 354-1824
Address
Boston, MA, US

Professional

About

Helen Holcomb is a distinguished attorney based in Boston, MA, with over three decades of experience specializing in divorce and family law. A graduate of Boston University School of Law, where she earned her Juris Doctor in 1985, and Hunter College, where she received her Bachelor of Arts in 1982, Helen combines a strong educational foundation with extensive practical expertise. Renowned for her exceptional litigation skills, Helen holds an AV Rating from Martindale-Hubbell, a prestigious recognition that reflects her outstanding professional ability and ethical standards. She is committed to listening to her clients and addressing their unique needs, whether through negotiation, mediation, or courtroom advocacy. Helen has a proven track record of success, including achieving the highest jury verdict in Massachusetts in 2000, a remarkable $27.5 million in a wrongful death case. Her practice primarily focuses on divorce and separation, where she adeptly handles complex financial matters and sensitive child custody issues. Known for her tenacity, she has successfully defended clients against frivolous contempt actions and has skillfully uncovered hidden assets in divorce proceedings. Helen’s expertise extends to crafting comprehensive prenuptial agreements, ensuring that her clients are well-prepared and protected. With a reputation for achieving favorable outcomes in contentious divorce cases and modifications, Helen Holcomb is a trusted advocate for individuals navigating the challenges of family law. Her dedication to her clients and her unwavering commitment to excellence set her apart as one of the leading attorneys in Massachusetts.

About Divorce & Separation Law

Divorce attorneys guide couples through the legal process of ending their marriage. They handle property division, custody, support, and other divorce-related matters. Common matters include contested divorce, uncontested divorce, property division, alimony.

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Credentials

Education
1985 Boston University School of Law JD - Juris Doctor 1982 Hunter College BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English

Recognition & Involvement

Awards
2016 Martindale-Hubbell, Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 2016 Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers 2016 Certified Financial Litigator, The American Academy of Certified Financial Litigators 2015 Martindale-Hubbell, Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 2015 Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
Associations
2016 - Present The American Academy for Certified Financial Litigators Founding Member 2005 - Present Massachusetts Academy of Trial Attorneys Member 2000 - Present Boston Bar Association Sustaining Member, Family Law Section Member 1990 - Present Massachusetts Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers Member
Updated: May 25, 2026