About Eric
Eric Schutzbank is an attorney based in North Andover, Massachusetts, specializing in family law, criminal defense, and mediation. He earned his Bachelor of Arts from Ohio Wesleyan University in 1992 and subsequently obtained his Juris Doctor from Suffolk University Law School in 1995. Admitted to the Massachusetts Bar in the same year, Schutzbank has dedicated over 30 years to the legal profession, building a reputation for excellence and integrity. As the managing member of Berid & Schutzbank, LLC, located at 800 Turnpike Street, Suite 304, North Andover, MA 01845, Schutzbank provides many legal services. His expertise encompasses family law matters such as divorce, child custody, child support, and guardianship.
Additionally, he is trained in mediation and collaborative law, which allows him to assist clients in resolving disputes amicably—an increasingly valuable skill in today’s legal field. His approach emphasizes finding solutions that work for all parties involved, reducing the emotional and financial toll of litigation. In addition to his Massachusetts practice, Schutzbank is also admitted to the New Hampshire Bar, where he focuses exclusively on domestic relations cases. His dual admission allows him to serve clients across state lines, providing comprehensive legal support in family law matters. Schutzbank has been recognized by Super Lawyers from 2020 to the present, evidence of his commitment to excellence in his field.
He was also honored as a Rising Star in 2010, highlighting his early contributions to the legal community. Active in several professional organizations, Schutzbank is a member of the Massachusetts Bar Association, New Hampshire Bar Association, Massachusetts Council on Family Mediation, and the New Hampshire Collaborative Law Council. His leadership skills are evident from his tenure as the past president of the Greater Lowell Bar Association. Furthermore, he has been appointed as a Guardian Ad Litem in complex custody and parenting plan matters in both the Middlesex and Essex Probate & Family Courts, demonstrating his expertise in sensitive family law issues. Beyond his legal practice, Schutzbank is deeply committed to community service.
He co-coaches the North Andover High School Mock Trial team, fostering the next generation of legal minds. Additionally, he serves on the board of governors of Temple Emanuel in Andover, Massachusetts. His dedication to pro bono work was recognized in 2009 when he received the Pro Bono Lawyer of the Year award from Merrimack Valley Legal Services. For legal assistance in family law, criminal defense, or mediation, Eric Schutzbank can be contacted at (978) 655-4282 or via email at eschutzbank@berid-schutzbank.com.
