Family Law
Marilynne R. "Mal" Ryan
Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2016 Awarded Practice Areas
Biography
Marilynne R. Ryan (Mal) is a partner at Ryan Faenza Carey and has been a practicing attorney since 1986 concentrating exclusively in divorce and family law. Attorney Ryan is a seasoned practitioner and represents clients in all aspects of divorce and family law. She is certified in conciliation, mediation and collaborative law. Her vast experience and knowledge in the field of divorce and family law, coupled with her non-nonsense approach, qualify her as a worthy advocate for clients who desire a strong attorney with a sensitive approach. Attorney Ryan is an experienced trial attorney with a high rate of success in settling cases. Her CV can be found on our website https://www.rfclegal.com
Overview
- New England Law | Boston, Juris Doctor, graduated 1986
- Stonehill College, BA, graduated 1981
- Massachusetts, 1986
- Massachusetts Bar Association, Family Law Section - Council Co-Chair
- Massachusetts, 1986
- Massachusetts Bar Association, Family Law Section - Council Co-Chair
- New England Law | Boston, Juris Doctor, graduated 1986
- Stonehill College, BA, graduated 1981
Client Testimonials
Awards & Focus
Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® 2026 for work in:
- Family Law
Additional Areas of Practice:
- Collaborative Law: Family Law
- Family Law Mediation
Awards:
- AV Preeminent rating by Martindale-Hubbell
- 10 Best Client Satisfaction Award, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys 2014, 2015
- Boston's Top Rated Lawyers in Family Law-Legal Leaders, 2014, 2015
- Top Women in Law Award-Lawyer Monthy 2014
- Top 10 Attorney Award for excellence in the field of Family Law 2014, 2015
- Boston Magazine Top Women Attorneys in Massachusetts 2013
- Top Lawyers of Boston - Recognized for excellend and achievemens by the legal community, 2013, 2015
- Top Women of Law Award- Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly, 2016
- Designated a Massachusetts Super Lawyer from 2008 to 2016
- Top 100 Family Lawyers in Massachusetts-American Society of Legal Advocates 2014-2017
- Accredited with A+rating by the Better Business Bureau (BBB)
- Best Lawyers in America - Family Law 2016 -2017
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