Law Office of Wendy Pacheco is a distinguished legal practice specializing in family law and guardian ad litem services, serving clients throughout Southeastern Massachusetts. With a unique dual background as both a licensed independent clinical social worker and an attorney, Wendy Pacheco brings over 35 years of combined experience working with children and families, offering a deeply empathetic and informed approach to sensitive family legal matters.
The firm stands out for its extensive court-appointed work as a category E and F Guardian Ad Litem, having performed over 500 evaluations and investigations across the Commonwealth. Attorney Pacheco’s clinical social work background allows her to expertly handle high-conflict cases, focusing on the well-being of children while navigating complex custody, parenting, and divorce issues. She is highly qualified as an expert witness in child custody matters and is a trusted resource for the Probate Court.
Services Offered
- Guardian Ad Litem (GAL) Services
- Child Custody Evaluations
- Parenting Time Disputes
- Domestic Violence Cases
- Mental Health Evaluations
- Divorce Proceedings
- Property Agreements
- Parenting Time Schedules
- Child Support
- Alimony
- Modifications of Judgments
- Contempt Actions
- Parenting Coordination
- Court-Appointed Investigations
- Expert Testimony
Practicing primarily in Bristol, Barnstable, Plymouth, Dukes, and Nantucket counties, Attorney Pacheco is an active member of the New Bedford and Bristol County Bar Associations and the Massachusetts Association of Guardians Ad Litem. She also serves as an Attorney Representative for Medical Malpractice Tribunal in Superior Court and has volunteered with the Court’s Attorneys Representing Children program.
