Thomas D. Ritter
Law Offices of Thomas D. Ritter | Atwood & Cherney PC • Boston, MA
FamilyEstate PlanningPersonal InjuryProbate
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Contact
Email
Phone
(888) 915-8334
Address
Boston, MA, 2199, US
Professional
About
Thomas D. Ritter is an experienced attorney with the Law Offices of Thomas D. Ritter | Atwood & Cherney PC in Boston, Massachusetts, where he focuses his practice on family law, probate, estate planning, and litigation. With a broad legal background and a client-centered approach, he works to help individuals and families address some of life’s most sensitive and important legal matters. Whether guiding clients through a divorce, resolving probate issues, developing an estate plan, or handling contested disputes, Mr. Ritter brings practical insight and steady counsel to each matter. Based in Boston, Mr. Ritter is known for providing thoughtful, responsive representation tailored to each client’s unique goals and circumstances. He understands that family, probate, and estate planning matters often involve both legal and deeply personal concerns, and he strives to offer clear communication and dependable guidance throughout the process. In litigation matters, he applies careful preparation and a strategic approach aimed at protecting his clients’ interests and pursuing efficient, effective resolutions. Clients turn to Mr. Ritter for his professionalism, dedication, and commitment to helping them navigate complex legal challenges with confidence.
About Family Law
Family law attorneys handle legal matters involving family relationships including marriage, divorce, child custody, and support. They help families navigate emotional and complex legal situations. Common matters include divorce, child custody, child support, adoption.
Credentials
Education
2002 Boston University School of Law JD - Juris Doctor 1994 Purdue University PhD - Doctorate 1988 University of California - Davis MS - Master of Science 1986 Loyola Marymount University
Languages
English
Recognition & Involvement
Awards
2009 Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
Publications
2013 Massachusetts Continuing Legal Education (MCLE) Evidentiary Privileges in Fiduciary Litigation 1995 Conference Proceedings of the Biennial Meeting of the Society for Research in Child Development Working with Chronically Ill Children and Adolescents 1995 Conference Proceedings of the 30th Annual Conference of the Association for the Care of Children's Health Familial and Extra-Familial influences on Adolescents' Cooperation with Cancer Treatment
Associations
2015 - Present Massachusetts Association of Guardians ad Litem Board of Directors 2013 - Present Massachusetts Council on Family Mediation Member 2013 - Present Suffolk Probate & Famil Court (SERV Project) Volunteer Attorney 2012 - Present Tufts Comprehensive Family Evaluation Center Member, Mediation Program 2005 - Present Boston Bar Association Steering Committee Member
Speaking
2011 Discovery in the Electronic Age Discovery in Divorce Cases 2010 Alimony After Pierce Alimony Reform
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Updated: Sep 02, 2026