Svana M. Calabro

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        Svana M. Calabro Svana M. Calabro

        Svana is dedicated to guiding clients through the complexities of family law with assurance, empathy, and an understanding of the legal processes and possibilities. She is committed to empowering her clients to move forward with confidence, ensuring that they are prepared for the next chapter of their lives.

        Svana represents clients in all areas of domestic relations, including divorce, child custody and support, modifications, abuse prevention orders, contempt actions, and appeals. She has extensive experience working with a diverse range of clients, including survivors of domestic violence, individuals with disabilities, and clients from all socio-economic backgrounds.

        Before joining Verrill, Svana focused her practice on family law in the Boston area and served as a judicial clerk for the Massachusetts Appeals Court, giving her a deep understanding of both the trial and appellate processes.

        Svana is also passionate about giving back to her community. She has volunteered with the Women’s Bar Foundation Family Law Project, providing pro bono representation to survivors of domestic violence.

        Outside of her legal practice, Svana is an avid marathon runner, reader, and baker.

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        Education

        • Suffolk University Law School (J.D., cum laude)
        • University of Massachusetts (B.A., summa cum laude)

        Public Service

        • Women’s Bar Foundation Family Law Project, 2021-present

        Bar Admissions

        • Massachusetts

        Honors

        • Listed in Best Lawyers in America: Ones to Watch® under Family Law in Boston, Massachusetts
        • Selected by peers for inclusion in Massachusetts Super Lawyers Rising Stars under Family Law

        Learn more about the third-party ratings, rankings, and selection processes used for inclusion.

        Clerkships

        • Massachusetts Appeals Court, Judicial Clerk, 2018-2019

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