About Michael S. Szymanski
Attorney, Mediator & Former Massachusetts State Trooper — serving clients throughout Eastern Massachusetts.
Michael S. Szymanski, Esq.
Divorce & Family Law Attorney · Mediator · Quincy, MA
Michael S. Szymanski has been serving clients throughout eastern Massachusetts since 2004. His solo practice focuses exclusively on family law — divorce, child custody, paternity, modifications, contempt, and grandparents' rights — giving clients the benefit of deep, specialized expertise at every stage of their case.
Michael served for twenty years as a Trooper First Class with the Massachusetts State Police, earning an Honorable Discharge in 2019. That career instilled a disciplined, detail-oriented approach to every matter he handles — and a genuine commitment to protecting the people he serves.
Michael also offers divorce mediation services, providing couples with a constructive, cost-effective alternative to contested litigation. As a trained mediator and former prosecutor, he brings a balanced perspective that helps parties reach durable agreements while minimizing conflict.
He has been recognized by his peers as President of the Bar Association of Norfolk County (2016) and President of the Norfolk County Prosecutors Association (2012–2014), where he was also named Man of the Year in 2014.
Professional Experience
Attorney / Sole Practitioner / Mediator
2004 – PresentSolo practitioner specializing in family law, including divorce, divorce mediation, child custody, paternity, modifications, contempt, and grandparents' rights.
Associate Attorney – Family Law Practice
2019 – 2020Associate attorney focusing on family law matters within an established multi-attorney firm.
Trooper First Class – Honorable Discharge
1999 – 2019Twenty-year career with assignments in Field Services (SP Milton, SP Athol, Government Center, South Boston) and Investigative Services (Office of the Attorney General, Special Investigations, Narcotics). Served as Stoughton District Court Prosecutor (2006–2011). Specialized roles included NESPAC Certified Defensive Tactics Instructor, OAT Certified Breath Test Instructor, Drill and Ceremonial Unit, Special Emergency Response Team, and Breath Test Officer in Charge.
Office Manager
1997 – 1999Full-time office management including supervision of staff assistants, contract management, monthly accounts payable and receivable, and design, maintenance, and implementation of court programs database.
Credentials & Honors
Family First
Michael's commitment to family extends beyond the courtroom. His personal experience as a husband and father gives him a genuine understanding of what's truly at stake for his clients.
"Every client deserves an attorney who listens, who fights for them, and who helps them see a path forward — no matter how difficult the situation."
— Michael S. Szymanski, Esq.