About Attorney Heather-Jill Williams

Attorney Williams has been representing clients in Western Massachusetts since 2003, helping people navigate the Family Court system. Attorney Williams understands that the people needing her help seek her service as they are in need of a strong advocate to be their voice when dealing with the stress, emotion, and at times complex issues that arise in Family Court cases.

Attorney Williams obtained a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Massachusetts in 1999 followed by her Juris Doctorate from Western New England College School of Law in 2002.  

During her time in college, Attorney Williams maintained full time employment building a resume of working as a nanny and in the restaurant industry. While in Law School, she began working for a local law firm focusing on divorce and family law, honing her skills of discovery and financial matters, working with accountants and experts on valuation and issues of property division.

Upon her graduation from WNEC, Attorney Williams continued working at the same firm for over a decade following her admission to the Bar where working primarily on trial / litigation practice.  

Hiring a lawyer that is experienced at the trial level and knowledgeable of the law offers Attorney Williams’ clients the best chance of success at the negotiation table. Her philosophy which guides her practice is that the client is always in control of their own case.  

Attorney Williams believes that ultimately what you are going through is your journey. Only you should decide what is best for you and your family. Her role as your counselor at law and legal advocate is to advise you of the law as to how it effects your particular circumstance and to offer guidance and options for resolution. Attorney Williams is prepared to work with you to form a strategy for trial if resolution is not obtained in an amicable manner. 

Attorney Heather-Jill Williams has dedicated her career to providing professional and compassionate representation to individuals seeking to have their voice heard at the negotiation table as well as in Court. In her years of experience, Attorney Williams has worked with her clients throughout the entire process, from the initial consultation through the trial stage, as well as through the Appeal process.   

Her experience has also allowed Attorney Williams to be adept at stepping into a case at any point in the process. Just because you did not start with an attorney does not mean it is too late to seek the assistance of a skilled lawyer. The Court process can be complicated and daunting. Attorney Heather-Jill Williams’ goal is to relieve some of the stress and pressure that you may be experience while attempting to navigate the system on your own.  

Although the most prudent course of action is to seek legal advice from the inception of your case, it is understandable that time commitments or financial constraints may have prevented that from being possible. Attorney Williams will do everything in her power to assist her clients with the compassion and understanding the client deserves. You should not ever feel as if it is too late to talk to an attorney.  

Although scheduling may not always allow for last minute representation, Attorney Williams encourages all people going through the court process to at least consult with an attorney to understand their rights and responsibilities.   

Attorney Heather-Jill Williams is available to advise you and provide you options based upon her years of experience as to how the law will impact your case. Heather-Jill Williams also comes with the practical real-life experience of being a Wife and Mother. She will listen to your needs and concerns, offering advice based on the law and real life, consulting with you. Attorney Williams does not dictate to her client’s what they must do. She gives the options, providing her clients advice in a respectful, compassionate and knowledgeable manner. 

Attorney Williams is admitted to practice in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and a member of the Massachusetts Bar Association, Hampden County Bar Association as well as the Hampshire County Bar Association.  

Attorney Heather-Jill Williams has been helping clients with their family law cases since 2001. Williams provides legal services throughout Western Massachusetts, including the Probate and Family Courts of Hampden, Hampshire, Franklin, Berkshire, and Worcester Counties. 

Having focused primarily on trial work and litigation, she has the experience, knowledge, and skill to represent clients in all stages of their case.   

Attorney Heather-Jill Williams understands that each case is unique and works with her clients to give the personalized attention that each case deserves.

On a personal note, Attorney Heather-Jill Williams is married and a mother. She understands children’s needs and concerns and enjoys helping children and families.