
Marilyn T. McGoldrick, Insurance Attorney in Boston, Massachusetts
Over 34 years of legal practice · focused on Insurance and Litigation · 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
PartneratThornton Law Firm LLP
Boston, MA
Practicing insurance in Boston since 1992.
- 34+
- Years practicing
- 4.4 ★
- 1 client review
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Marilyn T. McGoldrick is a partner based in Boston, MA. The practice focuses on Insurance and Litigation. Marilyn has over 34 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Thornton Law Firm LLP. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Boston, MA
- Experience
- over 34 years
- Known for
- Insurance · Litigation
- Handles Insurance and Litigation matters from Boston, MA.
- Over 34 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with BV Distinguished.
About Marilyn T. McGoldrick: Marilyn T. McGoldrick is a partner based in Boston, MA. The practice focuses on Insurance and Litigation. Marilyn has over 34 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Thornton Law Firm LLP. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Marilyn T. McGoldrick
Marilyn concentrates on insurance and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Marilyn handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Insurance cases in Boston, Massachusetts
Marilyn takes insurance matters in Boston, Massachusetts. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Marilyn agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Boston, Massachusetts
Marilyn takes litigation matters in Boston, Massachusetts. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Marilyn agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Marilyn T. McGoldrick — Over 34 years of Massachusetts insurance experience
Marilyn T. McGoldrick is a partner based in Boston, MA. The practice focuses on Insurance and Litigation. Marilyn has over 34 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Thornton Law Firm LLP. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Marilyn T. McGoldrick directs the firm’s defective drugs and medical devices litigation and heads the firm’s health care subrogation practice. Ms. McGoldrick is a graduate of the University of Massachusetts at Amherst and a cum laude graduate of Suffolk University Law School. She is a member of the Massachusetts Academy of Trial Attorneys, the Massachusetts Bar Association and Boston Bar Association (Co-Chair, New Lawyers Section 2000-2001; Steering Committee Member, New Lawyers Section; Membership Committee), and the American Association for Justice. Ms. McGoldrick is Pro Bono counsel for the Central Square Theater, Arlington Underground Railway Theater Company, and an Advisory Board Member, WOT Theater Festival.
She holds a BV® Distinguished™ rating from Martindale-Hubbell, and has been named a Massachusetts Super Lawyer. Since 2019 she has been recognized by Best Lawyers in America for Personal Injury – Plaintiffs, Mass Tort Litigation/Class Actions – Plaintiffs, and Product Liability Litigation – Plaintiffs. She was selected as one of New England’s 2020 Top Rated Lawyers by ALM Media and Martindale-Hubbell™.
She represents clients throughout Massachusetts and across the country. She is admitted to the Massachusetts Bar, the U.S. District Court of Appeals, First Circuit and the U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts.
Working with Marilyn on a insurance matter
Marilyn T. McGoldrick directs the firm’s defective drugs and medical devices litigation and heads the firm’s health care subrogation practice. Ms. McGoldrick is a graduate of the University of Massachusetts at Amherst and a cum laude graduate of Suffolk University Law School. She is a member of the Massachusetts Academy of Trial Attorneys, the Massachusetts Bar Association and Boston Bar…
Who Marilyn represents
Marilyn reviews new inquiries case-by-case for insurance and litigation matters in Boston and the surrounding Massachusetts area.
Credentials
Marilyn T. McGoldrick's legal education and bar admissions
Suffolk University
J.D. · 1992
University of Massachusetts at Amherst
B.A. · 1987
Jurisdictions
Marilyn's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court,
1994 · ACTIVE
Massachusetts
1992 · ACTIVE
Marilyn studied at J.D. in Suffolk University and B.A. in University of Massachusetts at Amherst.
Law school and academic background
Marilyn completed J.D. in Suffolk University and B.A. in University of Massachusetts at Amherst. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Marilyn runs in Massachusetts is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Marilyn T. McGoldrick
Marilyn has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
BV Distinguished
Legal awards and honors
BV Distinguished.
Affiliations
Marilyn's professional memberships and bar associations
Massachusetts Bar Association Massachusetts Association of Trial Attorneys The American Association for Justice The Women’s Bar Association Boston Bar Association
Co-Chair, New Lawyers Section Membership Committee, 1999-2001 · membership
Locations
Marilyn T. McGoldrick's office in Boston
Marilyn's primary office is at 84 State Street, 4th Floor, Boston, MA, 02109. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Marilyn T. McGoldrick — 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Marilyn. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing insurance attorneys in Boston.
4.4
1 client review
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How to hire Marilyn T. McGoldrick — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new insurance attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Marilyn usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Marilyn charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Marilyn's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Marilyn will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a insurance attorney in Boston, Massachusetts
A short list to run through before you commit: How many insurance matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Marilyn
Marilyn discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in insurance practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every insurance matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Marilyn confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Marilyn's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many insurance practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Marilyn T. McGoldrick
How much does it cost to hire Marilyn for a insurance case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Marilyn walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Marilyn offer a free consultation?
Marilyn charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Marilyn's office. Some insurance attorneys offer free consults — check Marilyn's current terms during booking.
How long do insurance cases in Massachusetts typically take?
Simple insurance matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Marilyn gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Marilyn take my case if I'm outside Boston?
Marilyn is licensed in Massachusetts. Matters governed by Massachusetts law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Marilyn will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Marilyn?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Marilyn will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Marilyn accepting new insurance clients right now?
Marilyn's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Insurance attorneys serving Boston, Cambridge and Worcester in Massachusetts
Marilyn handles insurance matters throughout Massachusetts. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified insurance attorneys in that community.
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