Trusted Immigration, Family, and Criminal Defense Attorneys in Boston

Joyce & Associates is led by retired Immigration Judge, The Honorable William P. Joyce, Esq., the firm’s founder and Managing Director. Judge Joyce retired as an Immigration Judge in Boston after more than 30 years of distinguished federal service, bringing unparalleled insight into immigration law, adjudication, and policy.

His career includes service as Legal Counsel to the Chief Immigration Judge, overseeing more than 210 judges nationwide, Assistant U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia, and Associate General Counsel of the former Immigration and Naturalization Service (INS). A graduate of Georgetown University’s School of Foreign Service and Law Center, Judge Joyce’s leadership shapes the firm’s commitment to integrity, preparation, and fairness.

Supporting the attorneys is a multilingual legal team fluent in English, Spanish, Portuguese, Russian, and Chinese, ensuring clear communication and accessibility for clients from diverse backgrounds.

This depth of experience is not academic—it is applied daily, case by case.

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Immigration law is where Joyce & Associates began—and it remains the cornerstone of the firm’s practice. With decades of combined experience navigating the U.S. immigration system, the firm provides comprehensive representation for individuals, families, professionals, and employers facing immigration challenges at every level.

Joyce & Associates handles a wide range of immigration matters, including citizenship and naturalization, green cards, family-based immigration, and marriage-based petitions. The firm is particularly respected for its work in humanitarian immigration, assisting clients seeking asylum, refugee protection, U-visas, VAWA relief, humanitarian parole, and other protections designed for vulnerable populations.

For clients facing enforcement actions, the firm provides strong advocacy in deportation and removal defense, including cases involving detention or criminal charges. Joyce & Associates also represents clients in immigration appeals, litigating before Immigration Courts, the Board of Immigration Appeals, and federal courts when necessary.

With deep institutional knowledge and a Boston-based federal practice history, the firm offers clients not just representation—but informed judgment.

Family law matters demand more than technical skill—they require empathy, discretion, and an ability to navigate emotionally charged situations with care. Joyce & Associates offers a full spectrum of family law services, helping clients protect their families, finances, and futures during life’s most difficult transitions.

The firm represents clients in divorce litigation, child custody disputes, parenting plans, and child support and alimony matters. It also handles guardianship proceedings, DCF cases, adoptions, and parental rights issues. For those planning ahead, Joyce & Associates drafts prenuptial and postnuptial agreements, as well as documents including wills, trusts, and probate matters.

Attorney Laura C. Joyce, J.D., MSW, brings a distinctive perspective to the firm’s family law practice. With training in both law and clinical social work, she advocates for clients in Probate and Juvenile Courts with an understanding of family dynamics, child welfare, and long-term outcomes.

For Boston families navigating change, Joyce & Associates offers steady guidance grounded in respect and realism.

From its downtown Boston office, Joyce & Associates serves clients throughout Greater Boston, across Massachusetts, and internationally. The firm regularly represents individuals and families with cross-border legal issues, multinational business concerns, and complex jurisdictional questions.

Clients choose Joyce & Associates for its responsiveness, transparency, and personalized attention. Every case is approached with meticulous preparation and a clear strategy. No shortcuts. No generic solutions. Just focused advocacy shaped by decades of experience.

Whether securing lawful status, resolving a family dispute, or defending against criminal charges, the firm remains committed to outcomes that protect dignity, opportunity, and peace of mind.