Experience
Mr. Desrochers is the managing attorney at the office that was founded in 1999. Matthew helps homeowners avoid foreclosure and get out of debt. This work consist of Loan Modification, Short Sales, Chapter 13 and Chapter 7 bankrcupty cases, including mortgage settlement and IRS Offers in Compromise.
In high school Mr. Desrochers received the highest award allowed in the Boy Scouts of America-the rank of Eagle Scout. Mr. Desrochers received his Bachelors of Arts in Environmental Science in 1995 . In 1999, he received his J.D. degree from the Massachusetts School of Law. He was admitted to the Massachusetts bar and the United States District Court in 1999.
Mr. Desrochers has been practicing law in the Greater Boston area for 18 years. In that time, he has handle many types of cases throughout the state. Mr. Desrochers has filed over 1000 cases in the United States Bankruptcy Court and has helped hundreds of Massachusetts homeowners keep their homes and get out of debt. Mr. Desrochers has handle multiple divorce cases as well a various MULTI figure personal injury cases. Mr. Desrochers is a member of the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Association and a member of the Massachusetts Academy of Trial Attorneys.
Membership Activities
NACBA
National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys
MATA
Massachusetts Academy of Trial Attorneys
REBA
Real Estate Bar Associations - Massachusetts
Education
- 1999 Massachusetts School of Law-Jurist Doctorate
- 1995 University of Massachusetts Lowell- Environmental Science
Personal Information
Matthew is a father of FOUR boys. One set of Twins and two other miracle children. Matthew and his family spend their time together enjoying the waters of Lake Winnipesaukee boating, fishing and sailing.
Matthew is a political junkie and enjoys all forms of music including learning the magic of the acoustic guitar.
Recent Blog Posts
Protecting Retirement Accounts in a Divorce-Massachusetts
How do I get my spouse out of my home during my divorce case?
2021 Child Support Guidelines Change
FANNIE MAE AND FREDDIE MAC EXTEND FORECLOSURE MORATORIUM
FHA agrees to Extend Foreclosure/Eviction Ban Nationwide
Recommendations
- I retained Matt for a Loan Modification as I was facing a foreclosure. He was able to modify my mortgage get my current on the loan; and then get me right into a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. He contacted at every step and kept me informed. I would recommend Matt to any friends or family.
- I found Matthew online. He met me after hours due to my work schedule and was able to guide me through a very difficult time in my life. I was facing foreclosure and had mountains of credit card debt. I had just gone through a divorce and needed financial guidance. He put me back on track with my...
- I owed a property in Peabody Mass and I lost my job. I could not pay my mortgage. I was collecting unemployment for over two years and finally I got a job making a lot less than before. I was referred to this attorney by a friend who also helped him out. He was able to get me out of foreclosure....
- Matthew Desrochers is the BEST bankruptcy attorney! I am writing this review to thank him for the service and the results that he brought for me in filing my bankruptcy petition. I was considering doing debt settlement but after he analyzed my situation, it became clear that a Chapter 7 bankruptc...
- I was being sued by a collection agency for $9200. Additionally, this agency harassed me relentlessly over the phone but would not consider or accept ANY of my offers to settle the matter out of court. Initially, I consulted several attorneys each of whom wanted a sizable retainer before they wo...
- Matt helped me and my dad get out of a really awful legal and financial situation. We were lost and he guided us through this nightmare. I'd recommend him to anyone with financial problems.
- If you have financial difficulties and fed up with your credit card, or mortgage payments; seeking an attorney should be your top priority. After having a great job for many years, I suddenly discovered that I was laid off and only had unemployment. After 12 months collecting, I was no longer abl...
- Matthew helped successfully file for Chapter 7 and have all of my debt discharged. I knew hardly anything about bankruptcy when I first spoke with Matthew, and he patiently educated me on all of my options concerning my debt. He did a phenomenal job in explaining to me why bankruptcy was the best...
- My name is Kelly and I am from Worcester, MA. I was referred to Matt by a friend. I have been working with Matt and his staff for over one year to get my mortgage modified. After MONTHS of Matt working on my file diligently; it finally got done and I was able to keep my home. He always kept me in...
- Hands down the best attorney to handle all your real estate affairs. Attorney Matthew Desrochers helped me in 2011-2012 handle a short sale that would have buried me financially. His knowledge, professionalism and experience is second to none. If it wasn't for him I would have been in deep financ...
- I had the pleasure of working with Attorney Matthew Desrochers and his office staff last year when I was introduced to him through a real estate broker. I sought out his advice regarding a short sale and working with the bank during this process. What impressed me about Matthew and his staff is t...
- Atty Matthew Desrochers handled my short sale. I had an excellent experience and he was very knowledgeable and thorough in his explanation of the process. He responded to calls quickly and was so pleasant to talk to. I recently reached out to him a year after my short sale and he responded within...
- Matt was so helpful during my condo closing. He really put in the time and work to make sure I understood what was going on and what my rights were during the whole process. Im very pleased that I went with him, having not known him before I will definitely go with him on my next real estate purc...
- I do not think I have enough room on this to write everything about Matthew T. Desrochers that I would like to write. First and foremost, my initial consultation a couple of years ago was probably the most effortless and informative meeting I had with any lawyer prior in fact, after spending thou...
- I was referred to Matt from a friend who had a great experience dealing with Matt and his staff, so I contacted Matt . From the initial phone call he made me feel extremely comfortable. I was kinda embarrassed about my situation but upon meeting with Matt and his staff at his office , I was compl...
- We had the pleasure of working with Attorney Desrochers on a complicated Real Estate transaction. He was extremely skilled, knowledgeable and professional, He was patient and took time to explain everything to us. We will be using Matt again in the future
- Matt handled my closing and was extremely thorough. He would call before and on all important dates. He would check in via email even it was to proactively ask if I had any questions. He made me feel like I was his most vip client.
- I have met Mr. Desrochers once. He made me and my wife so comfortable to do business with. I would not hesitate to reach out to him in the future for any of financial dealing situation regarding real estate. I would refer him to my friends and relatives any time.
- When my wife and I first meet Matt Desrochers we were in foreclosure and had a sale date quickly approaching. We truly thought that we would be needing to move out of our home that we had worked so hard for. It became apparent very quickly that the team at Matt's office had our best interest in v...
- Mr. Desrochers assisted me with an investment property his ability to negotiate and attention to detail made the process so much smoother with out his assistance we would not have been able to close on the property. Any investor in the area who is looking for an attorney to assist in a real estat...
- Matt helped me resolve two credit matters via settlements that were favorable to me. He is effective, efficient, and knowledgable. I am happy to recommend him.
- I have worked with attorney Matthew Desrochers for many years and he has been great with all transactions and clients we have worked with together. Along the way when issues would come up he would always take care of them in a very timely manner and has treated all of my clients with the utmost r...
- I highly recommend Matt to handle your case.Exceeded my expectations. Matt and his staff handled all my questions and concerns promptly and professionally. I 've never had any legal issues before but if I do I hope they are as professional and helpful as Matt has been. Thank you Matt and staff.
- Helyn BaileyAfter 2 years of failed negotiations an associate strongly recommended I have Matt take over all aspects of my short sale. I was losing my buyer and fighting a seriously notorious financial group (google: lawsuits of OCWEN). Knowing full well Ocwen would be a nightmare Matt went to ba...
- Atty Desrochers was referred to us by Envoy Mortgage during our home buying process. He reached out to us immediately to introduce himself and to ask if we had any questions. I was very impressed with his professional yet friendly attitude. Atty Desrochers walked us though the entire process of s...
- I recently reached out to Matthew in regards to my legal situation.I was able to correspond directly with him on a daily basis by cell phone and E-Mail. Matthew was able to represent me and resolve my legal situation with 100% satisfaction. I look forward to using his law firm in the future if ev...
- Atty Desrochers addressed many challenges for a transaction that I worked with him on. He went above and beyond to ensure that the transaction closed on time and that all parties were fully informed. I would highly recommend!
- Atty Desrochers has worked w/my wife & I over the past few years on a number of different matters. Matt's advice from experience and knowledge was incredibly sound, helpful and in hindsight, priceless. We would have been lost w/out him.Five Stars all the way!
- I feel grateful that I was able to find attorney Matthew Desrocher. I'm in my late 20's and had a hard time keeping up with my credit card debts. I was in tough situation and didn't know who to turn to for help. Honestly, the last thing I wanted to do was get a lawyer involved.I finally reached o...
- I experienced a difficult financial situation due to unemployment and unexpected medical bills that happened around the same time. Matthew and his team were professional and experienced in helping me back on the road to financial stability. They worked with the medical bill collection agency's an...
- Matthew,Here's a quick thanks to you and then my review. Thank you for stepping in to assist my sister and me with dealing with my Mom's estate. Originally, the court indicated that I could file on my own. That was a big mistake. I've learned to utilize lawyers to navigate difficult court issues....
- I was faced with many financial nightmares including foreclosure as well as an emotional wreck uncertain of my future or options - UNTIL I met with Mr. Desrocher. Matt spent a great deal of time listening and hearing my situation on our initial phone conversation then met in his office going over...
- I have been fortunate to do business with Matt on several occasions. I appreciate how knowledgeable he is and look forward to doing business with him again. Matt is always on top of things and returned calls and messages promptly.
- Unfortunately, I have had several experiences with bankruptcy in my lifetime.Life has had its challenges and with it a few incompetent attorneys and very difficult banks. After several reorganizations of our home loan this last time Bank Of America seemed unwilling to modify our loan one last tim...
- Matt is Very professional and knowledgeable, I will definitely use him again and recommend him to all my friends and family.
- I had a very complicated financial situation. I am a small business owner and when the economy changed a few years ago, I could never get caught up with all sorts of bills. I knew I needed expert help. I then talked to some family and friends and they had given me a few names, and eventually we m...
- Matt Desrochers and his staff are excellent compassionate advocates. I should know, I'm a lawyer myself.
