Venessa Masterson
About Venessa
Biography
I work very hard to diligently represent each client on every case I take on. As such, I make it a goal to always provide quality and aggressive representation for each and everyone of my clients. And because my client’s best interest is my #1 priority, I will not take your case, unless I am confident that I can provide you with the highest quality of service you deserve.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
20 years
20 years
20 years
20 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
33%-33%
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Massachusetts for 20 years
State: Massachusetts
Acquired: 2005
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Venessa Masterson & Associates
385 Gorham Street, Suite 1, Lowell, MA, 01852
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Venessa Masterson's Reviews
Avvo Review Score
103 Client Reviews
Showing 11 - 15 of 40 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge
Posted by Femi | August 24, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate
A Dedicated Professional
Vanessa was recommended by my agent and I am glad we hired her. She came across as- and proved to be a dedicated professional with a deep understanding of the home buying process. Furthermore, she was quite understanding of our situation as first-time home buyers and was always willing to answer ques...
Venessa Masterson
Replied last August 24, 2020My pleasure Femi. Thank you so much for your kind words!
Posted by Ismail | August 24, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Residential
New Home Owner!!!
Attorney Vanessa Masterson has efficiently worked and walked with me step by step through the process of buying a new home. She managed to breakdown to the detail all the requirements I needed in buying a home, she explained to me and made it possible for me to clearly understand what I was buying wi...
Venessa Masterson
Replied last August 24, 2020Thank you so much, Ismail, for such kind words. You are too kind!
Posted by Jimmy | August 24, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Examplary work and a skilled professional
We would love to start our review for Venessa by giving her an Excellent Star. We had a very positive experience seeking help from Venessa in regard to bringing Sarah here in America Legally. She helped us file a Petition for Alien Relative which was Successfully Approved by USCIS, she then also fi...
Venessa Masterson
Replied last August 24, 2020Thank you so much, Jimmy and Sarah! I'm so happy you both are now together!
Posted by Margaret | August 24, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Residential
Rev. Margaret
I first met Attorney Masterson 8 years ago when I was refinancing my home. She was introduced to us by a friend whom we thank every time we meet him. She was very wonderful, and made my husband and I feel like we were the most important people on planet earth. For us, it was love at first sight becau...
Venessa Masterson
Replied last August 24, 2020Thank you so much Margaret for such kind words. I am very grateful!
Posted by Hermann | August 24, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Attorney Vanessa Masterson Review
I chose Attorney Masterson after searching and reading many attorneys reviews and by far she has the best. I meet with Ms. Masterson for help on my divorce. She was very good at explaining the steps and situations I will encounter along the way. She make me feel at ease and I knew she had my back. S...
Venessa Masterson
Replied last August 24, 2020It was my pleasure to assist you Hermann. You are a kind man!
Venessa Masterson's Lawyer Endorsements
"An excellent lawyer who treats clients with patience, care, understanding, and utmost professionalism - an even better person and I wholeheartedly recommend for future services."
"Attorney Vanessa Masterson is an excellent attorney. I have known her for some time now and know her as ethical, thorough, considerate and her work as a bankruptcy attorney is impeccable. She goes above and beyond. I endorse this lawyer with Five Stars!"
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Experience
Honors
2019
10 Best Real Estate Attorneys -Massachusetts, American Institute of Legal Counsel
2018
Excellence in Real Estate Law, Lawyers of Distinction
2018
10 Best Real Estate Attorneys, American Institute of Legal Counsel
2018
10 Best Personal Injury Attorneys -Massachusetts, American Institute of Legal Counsel
2018
Top 40 Litigation Lawyer under 40, The American Society of Legal Advocates
2016
Top 10 Attorney Award, National Academy Of Personal Injury Attorneys
2015
Top Contributor 2015, AVVO
2015
National Top 100 Lawyer, The National Black Lawyers Top 100
2015
Top 10 Attorney Award, National Academy Of Personal Injury Attorneys
2015
Client Choice award, AVVO
2014
Top Contributor, AVVO
2013
Client choice award, AVVO
2011
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
1997
Distinguished Excellence Award, Metlife
Work Experience
2006 - Present
Owner and Founder, Law offices of Venessa Masterson & Associates
2005 - 2006
Software Engineer, Wolters Kluwer Financial Services
2000 - 2002
Technical Support Engineer, Information Resources, Inc
2000 - 2001
Software Engineer, MangoSoft, Inc
Associations
2014 - Present
Business Networking InternationalMember
2012 - Present
U. S. District Court of MassachusettsAdmitted to Practice
2012 - Present
U.S Appeals CourtAdmitted to Practice
2011 - Present
National Association of Bankruptcy AttorneysMember
2006 - Present
Massachusetts Bar AssociationMember
2006 - Present
Greater Lowell Bar AssociationMember
2006 - Present
Merrimack Valley Conveyancers AssociationMember
2005 - Present
U.S. Supreme CourtAdmitted to Practice
Member
2006 - 2010
Real Estate Bar Association for MassachusettsMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Dismissed
Dismissed
Pre-trial probation
6 months Probation
Education
2005
JD - Juris Doctor
2000
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2000
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2019
Immigration Overview on Adjustment of Status
2019
Immigration Proceedings Involving Asylum Seeks and Refugees
2019
Immigration Removal Proceedings
2011
Empowering & Motivating Our Young People
2008
Consequences Of Divorce On Children
Languages
Spanish
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
After signing a contract & a 50% down payment to a contractor, HOA disallowed a patio roof to be build. Can we get money back?
30 Apr 2014
How do I respond to a Summons letter stating that I'm being sued for a credit card debt?
27 Apr 2014
Form I-90 Question 5a and 5a1
25 Apr 2014