Anchor Legal Team PLLC

At Anchor Legal Team, we help commercial real estate clients navigate complex land use and property challenges, ensuring projects move forward efficiently while protecting investments. Our services include:

Zoning & Abutter Challenges
We represent developers and property owners in zoning matters, special permits, and abutter objections. By advocating for variances and approvals, we protect your project timelines and secure the regulatory support needed for successful development.

Property Rights & Access
Our team handles disputes involving easements, rights of way, adverse possession, and other property rights issues, ensuring your ownership and access are fully protected under Massachusetts law.

Boundary & Ownership Disputes
We resolve conflicts over property lines and co-ownership disagreements, clarifying ownership and protecting your commercial property from encroachment or misuse.

Construction & Development Conflicts
We represent clients in construction disputes, contractor disagreements, and claims involving defects or contract issues, helping projects stay on track and minimizing costly delays.

Solutions-Focused Representation
Anchor Legal Team goes beyond traditional litigation. We combine deep legal expertise with practical, collaborative strategies to resolve land use conflicts efficiently, protect property value, and support sustainable, long-term commercial development.

At Anchor Legal Team, we help commercial property owners, developers, and investors navigate Massachusetts’ complex zoning landscape to advance projects efficiently and protect investments. Our attorneys provide practical guidance, strategic advocacy, and solutions-focused representation for all aspects of zoning and regulatory compliance.

Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs)
We help property owners unlock the development potential of their properties through Accessory Dwelling Units. Whether for investment purposes or mixed-use projects, we provide guidance on eligibility, permitting, and compliance with Massachusetts’ statewide ADU regulations. ALT streamlines the process to help clients generate supplemental income, maximize property value, and contribute to high-quality, sustainable development.

Zoning Compliance & Project Review
We review local and state zoning requirements, interpret codes, research property histories, and assess development feasibility. By ensuring projects are compliant from the outset, we help clients avoid costly delays and position developments for long-term success.

Permit Applications & Approvals
We assist with all aspects of zoning approvals, from “as-of-right” developments to cases requiring variances or special permits. ALT prepares applications, advocates before zoning boards, and ensures timely, effective approvals that align with client goals and community standards.

Zoning Disputes & Appeals
When permit denials or zoning conflicts arise, our team provides skilled representation in appeals and enforcement challenges. We protect clients’ development rights, resolve disputes efficiently, and safeguard property value.

Solutions-Focused Representation
Anchor Legal Team takes a collaborative, client-centered approach. We combine legal expertise with strategic insight to guide commercial projects through complex zoning challenges, support sustainable development, and strengthen Boston’s commercial real estate landscape.

• Representation in Legal Proceedings: 

  • Represent children and parents in care and protection cases, termination of parental rights cases, and child requiring assistance (CRA) cases.

  • Handle contested guardianship cases and extraordinary medical treatment hearings.

• Advocacy for Client Goals:

  • Advocate for clients’ legal and life goals, including reunification of families or ensuring children remain with their parents when possible.

• Case Preparation and Litigation:

  • Prepare legal documents such as motions and objections.

  • Develop trial strategies, conduct hearings, and represent clients in post-judgment matters.

• Collaboration with Agencies:

  • Work with the Department of Children and Families (DCF) to ensure compliance with legal obligations and advocate for appropriate services for clients.

• School Selection & Placement
  Choosing the right school is one of the most important decisions for your child’s future. We guide families through public, private, and charter school selection and advocate for their rights in disputes over school choice and enrollment. Whether you’re addressing disagreements with your school district or navigating complex placement issues, ALT ensures your child’s educational opportunities remain protected.
  
  

• Special Education & IEP Advocacy
  Children with special needs deserve the resources and support guaranteed to them under the law. We help families secure services through IEPs (Individualized Education Programs) and 504 plans, ensuring compliance with state and federal requirements. Our team works closely with parents and schools to guarantee that children receive proper accommodations and equal access to education.
  
  

• Disciplinary Actions
  Facing suspension, expulsion, or disciplinary hearings can significantly impact a child’s future. We provide strong legal representation to challenge unfair disciplinary measures and advocate for solutions that protect a student’s educational path while resolving conflicts with schools effectively.
  
  

• Bullying & School Safety
  Every child has the right to a safe, supportive learning environment. We represent families dealing with bullying, harassment, and school safety issues, holding schools accountable for protecting students. Our advocacy ensures compliance with Massachusetts anti-bullying laws and helps parents secure appropriate interventions when schools fail to act.
  
  

• Parental Conflicts & Education in Divorce Cases
  Education decisions often become more complex during divorce or when parents disagree about what’s best for their child. We assist families in resolving disputes over school choice, educational expenses, special education needs, and disciplinary responses. By offering mediation and, when necessary, litigation support, ALT helps parents reach agreements that prioritize their child’s long-term success.
  
  

• Advocacy for Equal Access
  Every child deserves the chance to thrive in school. We fight to ensure equal access to quality education, addressing issues such as discrimination, disability rights violations, and denial of services. Our mission is to empower families and protect children’s rights so they receive the education they are entitled to under state and federal law.