Lisa Gay Kent

Lisa Gay Kent

4.4
Rating: 7.3

Licensed for 23 years

Family Lawyer at Greenfield, MA
Practice Areas: Family, Litigation, Mediation, Estate Planning

117 Main Street, P.O. Box 548, Greenfield, MA

About Lisa

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 150-300 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Massachusetts for 23 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 2002

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Esser Kent P.C.

117 Main Street, P.O. Box 548, Greenfield, MA, 01302

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Lisa Gay Kent's Reviews

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4.4 /5.0

14 Client Reviews

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Posted by Joe | April 08, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Family

Compassionate and warm

We initially scheduled a consult with Lisa to discuss our case regarding family law. Lisa is down to earth with a warm personality, and took the time to listen and understand the situation. I subsequently hired Lisa to represent me in trial, and she was fantastic. She was accommodating for rehears...al times, and was efficiently able to extract the pertinent facts in the mountain of information we had available. I observed firsthand how Lisa was able to effectively use her knowledge of family law paired with her ability to think on her feet to present a solid and thorough case. Lisa was a great fit for us, and we strongly recommend her.

Posted by Trina | March 14, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Attorney Lisa Kent knows best!

Attorney Lisa Kent did an outstanding job handling my divorce. She worked diligently throughout my case to ensure that my best interests were first and foremost. When Lisa advised me, she considered all the aspects of my current situation and my future endeavors as well. Not only did she help with... the legalities and financial matters of divorce but she also showed genuine concern and consideration for my emotional well being. Without Lisa's guidance, knowledge and keen litigation skills, settlement deliberations could have been prolonged for many months and/or resulted in a costly trial but with her expertise, a settlement agreement was reached in less than 6 months. I highly recommend Attorney Lisa Kent, she is the exemplar amongst her colleagues in the legal profession.

Posted by anonymous | March 09, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Efficient and compassionate

In the midst of a very painful divorce, I was unable to see the forest for the trees. I was so overwhelmed and frozen in sadness that I had made no progress on the logistical steps necessary. In one hours time, Lisa had me feeling focused and empowered. We discussed many of the details and she was c...ompassionate but kept me on track when I wanted to just cry about my heartbreak. She helped me to see what was appropriate and legal, she helped me organize and by the next day she had put together an excellent proposal. With that proposal in place, I felt a huge shift in my confidence in interacting with my former partner about the divorce. Her ability to use her skill in a non-intimidating but efficient manner was an enormous blessing and I am eternally grateful for her support!

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Kristi Bodin

Family lawyer | Mar 09

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"I've known Lisa as opposing counsel and as a valuable advisor on cases outside my regular areas. She's a smart lawyer, and a strong and passionate advocate for her clients."

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Experience

Rating:  7.3 (Very Good)

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Shareholder, Esser Kent Family Law

2011 - 2015

Associate, Law Office of Diane H. Esser

2008 - 2011

Litigation Associate, Lesser, Newman & Nasser

2003 - 2008

Staff Attorney, University of Massachusetts Amherst Student Legal Services

Associations

2015 - Present

Massachusetts Bar Association, Family Law Council

Member

2014 - Present

Franklin County Bar Association

Executive Committee Member

2014 - Present

Volunteer Pro Bono

Attorney

Education

1992

Rutgers, State University of New Jersey School of Law - Newark

JD - Juris Doctor

1984

Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey, Douglass College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

1984

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey - Douglass College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2016

Franklin County Bar Association Continuing Legal Education

"Evolving Concepts in Child Custody Law"

Publications

Languages

Japanese

English

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