Jennifer Sevigney Durand

Massachusetts

Durand Family Law LLC
789 Washington Street
Canton, MA 02021
United States

Tel: (781) 562-1408

Email: jennifer@durandfamilylaw.com
Web: www.durandfamilylaw.com

Professional Biography

Jennifer Sevigney Durand is an experienced family law attorney whose practice is centered on helping individuals and families navigate some of life’s most difficult transitions. From the beginning of her legal career, Jennifer has focused on family-centered advocacy, working closely with clients to achieve practical and effective solutions tailored to their unique circumstances.

Jennifer represents clients across a broad range of family law matters and brings experience in litigation, mediation, and conciliation. While fully prepared to advocate for clients in court when necessary, she strives whenever possible to resolve disputes outside the courtroom in a way that minimizes conflict and promotes long-term stability for families. Through each stage of the process, Jennifer works closely with clients to ensure they understand their options and feel empowered to make informed decisions about their future.

Jennifer is also deeply involved in the legal community. A longtime member of the Boston Bar Association Family Law Section, she served as section co-chair from 2012 to 2014 and later served on the BBA Council and Executive Committee. Jennifer also regularly receives court appointments to conciliate family law matters through several Massachusetts bar associations and is actively involved with the Greater Boston Family Law American Inn of Court and the Massachusetts chapter of the Association of Family and Conciliation Courts, where she previously served as board president.

In addition to practice and professional service, Jennifer is an author and lecturer on family law topics. She authored the “Issues Relating to Children” chapter and previously co-authored the “Marital Agreements” chapter in MCLE’s Massachusetts Divorce Law Practice Manual and has lectured on trust-related issues in divorce proceedings, child support & alimony and guardian ad litem investigations.

Jennifer has been recognized in Massachusetts Super Lawyers since 2015 and holds a top rating from Martindale-Hubbell.

Jennifer earned a B.A., magna cum laude, from Providence College and a J.D. from Northeastern University School of Law. She is admitted to practice in Massachusetts and the United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts.

Durand Family Law is a Massachusetts family law practice dedicated to representing individuals and families in complex and emotionally sensitive domestic matters. The practice is built around a client-centered approach that combines strategic advocacy, practical guidance, and compassionate support throughout every stage of the legal process.

The firm focuses on helping clients navigate divorce, post-divorce disputes, custody matters, and other family law issues in a manner that seeks fair and efficient resolutions while protecting long-term personal and financial interests. Recognizing the significant impact family law proceedings can have on clients’ lives, the practice emphasizes responsiveness, empathy, and clear communication to help clients move forward with confidence and stability.

Each matter is approached with a tailored legal strategy designed around the client’s unique goals and circumstances. The firm prioritizes building strong client relationships founded on trust, transparency, and realistic guidance, ensuring that clients remain informed about both the legal process and expected outcomes throughout their case.

In addition to litigation and family law advocacy, the practice also provides mediation and conciliation services. Durand Family Law represents clients throughout Norfolk, Bristol, Middlesex, Plymouth, and Suffolk Counties, as well as surrounding communities across Massachusetts.

“Jennifer Sevigney Durand is widely respected for her thoughtful and family-centered approach to complex domestic matters. Clients frequently praise her ability to combine compassionate guidance with practical legal strategy, while peers recognize her longstanding leadership within the Massachusetts family law community and her strong reputation in both litigation and alternative dispute resolution.”
The Family Lawyers, 2026