This may be your first divorce or adoption, but it is not mine. I have practiced exclusively in all areas of family, adoption, and surrogacy/assistive reproduction law for over 30 years. At NYU law school, I participated in family law advocacy and worked for a premier mediator in New York City. I am also a trained collaborative law attorney.
From our first meeting or phone conversation, I am interested in your story and how I can best help you get where you want to go. Some of my clients have been in the passenger seat of their lives and I love empowering them to step into the driver's seat. I will listen to you compassionately but offer honest feedback so that you do not waste valuable time or financial resources.
From our first meeting or phone conversation, I am interested in your story and how I can best help you get where you want to go. Some of my clients have been in the passenger seat of their lives and I love empowering them to step into the driver's seat. I will listen to you compassionately but offer honest feedback so that you do not waste valuable time or financial resources.
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Renee Wetstein is a trusted family law attorney practicing in Western, Massachusetts. She is a skilled problem solver and wants the best outcome for her clients, whether through negotiation, mediation, or litigation. Attorney Wetstein works with adoption agencies to help you navigate the exciting and stressful world of adoption.
Reviews (10)
Max Dog
May 28, 2021
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I was beyond happy with Renee and the way she handled my divorce case. She is results driven and her goal is to finalize. There are plenty of other lawyers who are happy to drag a case out and cost you tons of extra $ in the process. I really felt that Renee had my best interests at the forefront. She is extremely intelligent and thorough but what I really appreciated about Renee is what a zen, calming presence she was. She really kept me grounded, focused and positive. I HIGHLY recommend Renee Wetstein as an attorney. 5 stars!
Cindy Delgatto
May 01, 2021
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It is with a great deal of gratitude that I write this review for Attorney Wetstein. Renee has been such a light and beacon of hope during a difficult time. She guided me professionally and compassionately during my divorce. Never once did I feel like just another client. She genuinely cares about each and every individual she serves. I highly recommend her if you are looking for an extremely experienced attorney that will allow your process to be filled with the right mix of grace and strength.
Elizabeth Jayne
Feb 21, 2021
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It's a rare thing for me to write a review. But finding an attorney like Renee Wetstein motivated me to do just that. Renee was able to help me finalize my divorce in good time by asserting herself in a positive way with an opposing attorney, offering me her opinions and educating me using her vast legal expertise and positive guidance. I am so grateful to have found her and you will be too. I have no reservations recommending Renee Wetstein to you if you need and attorney who is personable, skilled and gets things done.
Cristina Sunkel
Jan 04, 2021
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Perhaps the only saving grace of going through my experience of divorce was having Renee's outstanding guidance. With solid legal skills, she assessed my situation thoroughly, providing objective, thoughtful and realistic advise. She was my anchor throughout the process of redefining all my boundaries. Renee possesses extraordinary professional standards and skills, clarity and sense of humor. She is direct, responsive, empathic and highly experienced in her field. I am immensely grateful to have had Renee's steady hand throughout this process.
Steven Johnson
Nov 18, 2020
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With Renee’s help I recently finalized my divorce. I feel very fortunate to have found Renee. Right from the start she helped me feel comfortable with the process. She is very good at what she does, working well with my wife’s attorney and the whole legal process. She is very smart and extremely competent and I am very satisfied with the result
A few things really impressed me about Renee and made her stand out from all other attorneys I have worked with. First, is how responsive she was through the whole process. She always responded quickly, whether to opposing council or to my emails, even
A few things really impressed me about Renee and made her stand out from all other attorneys I have worked with. First, is how responsive she was through the whole process. She always responded quickly, whether to opposing council or to my emails, even
Eric Bright
Jul 11, 2020
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I was very happy with Renee’s handling of my divorce. She was highly recommended to me by an attorney at one of the Pioneer Valley’s top law firms, who declined to handle the divorce due to conflicts of interest. No question, it was a difficult time and I appreciated how Renee focused me on planning the direction of my future living and financial arrangements. Renee is professionally competent, with tons of common sense. She boiled down the key legal concepts to something I could understand. Of course, the best outcome in a divorce isn’t to “win” but to improve quality of life. Renee
Lynne Davis
Jan 11, 2020
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Renee is a sharp, seasoned, emotionally intelligent, generous and kind attorney. She skillfully guided me through the very difficult process of divorce, step by step, helping me to take back control of my life and finances. I had met with other attorneys prior to Renee and they might have known their work, but Renee also offered the emotional support I needed. I always felt as though I could rely on her support at all times. She had my back! Questions were answered speedily and with a particular confidence and even humor. Highly recommend!
W. B.
Jun 01, 2019
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Renee's skill, knowledge and compassion helped me through what continues to be one of the most difficult times of my life. I could not have gotten through this without her. Although, the divorce is over I still have lingering questions and Renee continues to be immediately available and supportive. She has always responded to my questions and concerns throughout this process quickly and thoroughly. She is empathetic, compassionate funny and also firm when needed. I could not recommend her more.
Janet Knights
Jan 20, 2018
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Acadia Adoption Center in Maine has worked with Renee Wetstein on many adoptions and she is amazing to partner with. She has represented both birth parents and adopting parents, and is able to share about the process in a way that puts everyone at ease. Every state’s laws and procedures vary significantly with adoptions, and Renee is always kind, respectful, and knowledgeable in every aspect of adoption law.
If an unexpected challenge or perceived obstacle comes up, she is right there (to roll up her own sleeves) and does whatever needs to be done to find a solid resolution.
If an unexpected challenge or perceived obstacle comes up, she is right there (to roll up her own sleeves) and does whatever needs to be done to find a solid resolution.
Lisa Crean
Aug 10, 2017
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Renee represented me in my recent divorce. I did not want a divorce and was completely overwhelmed by what was happening. Renee made sure that my children and I were well provided for. She was a huge support, both legally and emotionally during this difficult time. I felt much stronger with her by my side! I was able to maintain the lifestyle that my children and I had before the divorce and that was my goal. I would recommend Renee without hesitation to anyone seeking legal representation. I'm not sure where I would be without her!
