Your Family’s Next Chapter Is Waiting—Let’s Walk the Path Together

At Next Chapter, we understand that legal matters involving your family, your future, and your freedom aren’t just legal—they’re deeply personal. Whether you’re facing divorce, planning your estate, or navigating sensitive criminal or probate issues, we’re here to help you take the next step forward with empathy, clarity, and confidence.

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Proudly Serving Clients of All Backgrounds Across Massachusetts •

Proudly Serving Clients of All Backgrounds Across Massachusetts •

Compassionate Legal Guidance for Families Navigating Divorce, Estate Planning, and Life’s Most Complex Transitions

Hear from Those We've Helped Move Forward

  • "I highly recommend Attorney Andrea Lance. I am extremely impressed with how she has taken on my complex divorce case in which I had previous litigation for. While dealing with a high conflict ex partner, I cannot express how relieved and thankful I am that Andrea has taken on my case. Coming from a place where I have small children, little family support and no knowledge of how legal and financial systems work— it felt as though the daily amount of stress and anxiety I was living with was unmanageable. Andrea’s knowledge and expertise of family law and her ability to communicate with me has been paramount in my case. When your main goal is to nurture and facilitate the healthiest environment for your children, it feels very frightening navigating through this system. It is imperative to find an attorney and a team whose morals and goals align with protecting and defending minor children involved. Andrea and her staff, specifically her paralegal Rhonda, are easy to get in touch with and have been so pleasant to work with. I would highly encourage anyone dealing with a family legal matter to reach out to her team."

  • "If you’re looking for an attorney who is professional, capable and caring, it’s my absolute pleasure to recommend Andrea Lance. I have worked with many attorneys over my career and I can honestly say that Andrea was by far the most competent. Not only did she have the particular knowledge and advice I was seeking, she was also extremely proactive with my concerns. Andrea goes above and beyond the call when it comes to client satisfaction, indeed it felt like I had a terrific attorney on my side and a trusted friend as well. Not often does one look forward to speaking to one’s lawyer...but during a highly emotional period in my life, I looked forward to our weekly meetings. She made me feel like I was her only client. She’s still on speed dial. Highly recommended."

  • "When you look for an attorney, you are most likely seeking a person who will give you advice and their knowledge on your situation. She was a support system during a difficult time and treated me, not as just another client but as if I was her most important client. She will do whatever it takes to make sure your ideal resolution is realized. She is the best choice for the job and I would recommend her to anyone who needed her, as a matter of fact, I already have!"

  • “At a time when I was unsure where to turn, Andrea came to my aid. She was exceedingly knowledgeable and readily available for all my questions and concerns via phone, email and in person. In court, her poise and assertiveness along with her steadfast knowledge of the laws pertaining to our case made for a very favorable outcome. I would very highly recommend Andrea to anyone seeking legal counsel.”

  • “I had a great experience working with Attorney Lance. She first represented me in my divorce in 2019. This was an emotional process for me and from day one Andrea showed nothing but professionalism, compassion and understanding. Andrea has since represented me in a child support modification, as well as business litigation. I highly recommend Andrea. Her knowledge of the law and the process was reassuring and I’d not hesitate to hire her again. ”

  • “I consulted Andrea about a legal matter that seemed small but threatened to blow up. She was calm, empathetic and supportive, and also smart. She made no false promises but made me feel safe. I would highly recommend her.”

  • “Going through a court case is stressful and draining at best. Ms. Lance was able to minimize those aspects of my situation through her professionalism and her efficient work. She was responsive to my calls and emails and answered all my questions thoroughly. In court it was evident she was well researched and had taken sufficient time to prepare for my case. Thanks to Ms. Lance, the case was dismissed and our time in court was minimized.”

  • “I began working with Andrea during an incredibly stressful and difficult family situation. Andrea responded immediately to my calls and emails, and was a source of both thoughtful legal assistance as well as advice on the situation. It’s clear that this is what Andrea does and she’s an expert. From our initial phone calls to the hearing, Andrea helped every step of the way telling me what to expect, while being incredibly supportive and a reassuring presence. The piece of mind that I have now knowing that I have Andrea on my side has made a terrible situation much easier to handle.”

  • “It’s rare to find an attorney that is actually in their career for the right reasons. My experience working with Andrea was absolutely night and day in comparison to the attorney I had hired previously. Her and her team were organized and swift to action while also taking time and care to detail with my case, explaining what I needed to do and what was to be happening next. There were no surprises and I was never made to feel like my time was any less important than anyone else’s she was working with. I highly recommend Andrea Lance Esq. at Next Chapter. It truly made one of the most difficult times in my life a whole lot more manageable knowing I had powerhouse lawyer like Andrea on my side.”

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