Janine L. Holdsworth

Attorney Holdsworth is a seasoned litigator with more than twenty-five (25) years’ experience in the areas of divorce, separation, and family law, and has handled a significant number of cases involving complex issues such as parental alienation, child custody, removal, mental health, substance abuse, physical and sexual abuse, and asset division.   In addition to her courtroom experience, Attorney Holdsworth is a skilled negotiator and is dedicated to achieving the best possible outcome for her clients.Understanding the emotional turmoil, duress, uncertainty, and financial changes many clients experience when faced with a divorce or family law matter is of the utmost importance in providing effective representation and guidance.  Attorney Holdsworth not only possesses the knowledge, skill and experience to successfully advocate for her clients and achieve their goals, but she also represents her clients’ interests with compassion, dedication and thoroughness.

Licenses

Notary Public

Appearances In

Probate and Family Court
District Court
Superior Court
Appeals Court
Land Court
Juvenile Court
Housing Court

Areas of Practice

Divorce – Contested and Uncontested
Separation
Family Law
Child Custody
Parenting Plans
Child Support
Spousal Support/Alimony
Asset Division
College Costs for Children of Divorced Parents
Paternity Actions
Contempt Actions
Modification Actions
Removal Actions
Parental Alienation
Abuse
Pre-Nuptial Agreements
Post-Nuptial Agreements
Health Care Proxy
Power of Attorney
Homestead
Wills

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts – 1994

Professional Associations and Memberships

Essex County Bar Association
Cor Unum

Education

Massachusetts School of Law – Andover, MA
J.D. 1994

Salem State University – Salem,, MA
B.S. – Criminal Justice – 1989