Politics & Government

Framingham Local Nominated For Probate And Family Court Judgeship

The founder and principal attorney of a Framingham law firm is now up for confirmation by the state's Governor's Council.

FRAMINGHAM, MA — Gov. Maura Healey has nominated a Framingham local for as a judge in the Probate and Family Court.

Elena Tsizer is the founder and principal attorney at Tsizer Law, where she owns a solo practice based in Framingham focused on domestic relations and family law, probate law, estate planning, and bankruptcy.

She has significant experience representing clients in cases involving divorce, custody, child support, and complex asset divisions, officials said.

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Tsizer began her legal career as a judicial law clerk in the Bristol, Middlesex, Suffolk and Worcester Divisions of the Probate and Family Court. She holds a Bachelor of Arts from Temple University and a Juris Doctor from New England Law.

Tsizer was also involved in local government, having recently stepped down from her position on the city’s Women, Children & Families Commission.

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Tsizer is one of four people nominated for a judgeship. They will now be considered by the Governor’s Council for confirmation.

“All four of these attorneys will bring decades of experience to the Courts and are dedicated to upholding the law. I know they will strengthen our bench and help our residents navigate the legal system,” said Healey. “I am thankful to the Governor’s Council for working with us on confirming over ninety high-quality judges since I took office.”

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