Venessa Masterson

Venessa Masterson

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 20 years

Real estate Lawyer at Lowell, MA
Practice Areas: Real Estate, Immigration, Personal Injury ... +2 more

385 Gorham Street, Suite 1, Lowell, MA

About Venessa

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Real Estate 45%

20 years

45%
Immigration 30%

20 years

30%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

33%-33%

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Massachusetts for 20 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 2005

Active

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

5.0 /5.0

103 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 11 reviews | Bankruptcy & Debt

Posted by anonymous | November 19, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

Bright and Experienced Bankruptcy Attorney

I would like to give Attorney Masterson a 5 Star Rating. I was having financial troubles through most of my Adult life and happen to drive by Attorney Matersons office.I could not pay my bills. I made an appointment and was counselled on the spot..I felt embarrassed and humiliated on how my financi...al situation was. Attorney Masterson was polite and genuine. She was a like a friend to me through the Chapter 7 process. Don't feel down. See Attorney Venessa Masterson..She fixes your life!

Posted by Dan | October 26, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

Excellent bankruptcy lawyer!

I hired attorney Masterson at first because she was the best priced, but working with her and going through the bankruptcy process I knew I made the right choice based on her knowledge and work ethic. She always kept me up to date on my case and whenever I had a question she was there to answer it or... I received an email in a very timely manner. I would definitely use attorney Masterson again and would recommend her to anyone looking for an attorney. My bankruptcy case went smoothly thanks in part to attorney Masterson keeping on top of things. I would rate her a 10 out of 10 for anyone looking for a bankruptcy lawyer.

Posted by Lisa | May 03, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

No Other Way

Hi, my name is Lisa.. I am a single mom, divorced and have 3 children. I have children with special needs, one with Autism...... after my divorce it was tough trying to work and care for children especially the older one but thank god I had my mom... She is the only one who could care for him.. I wen...t back to work part time and then full time and things were going ok... not great but ok.... I took a job that paid well but required me to travel and be home late daily.. It was ok I was getting my life back.. My mom got cancer and I had struggled with kids, work, schedules and care for my son... I got fired from my job because I could not do overnight trips as I had no childcare. My car was reposessed, my electricity shut off, i had mounting bills from a failed business I started that was closed during my divorce... My life was a mess... I knew I needed help.. I knew Bankruptcy was the only way I could clear out all that was bogging me down... Not having enough money for food for your kids is the saddest thing on earth.... I found Vanessa Masterson on line and in my area... With great hesitation I called her and a few other attorneys.. She was the only one who returned my call after leaving an intro message with the person who answers the phone and relays info to the attorney... The first thing she said was your gonna be OK please come talk to me... I was amazed with Attorney Masterson... she cared about my story and how I got to the place I was.... She knew what to do.. I would highly recommend her to any one needing financial assistance.. She worked with me, communicated with me, stayed by my side through it all.. I can not tell you how pleased I am and how relieved I am as a mom and human being that she knew what to do and she gave me my life back.. I sleep at night now... I am so thankful for her expertise but mostly her mannerism and professionalism.. This is a terrible thing to go through and she was humble and so graceful but direct and effective! Thank you Attorney Masterson....

Posted by Myrna | March 01, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

Bankrupcy

I hired miss Masterson to represent me in a bankrupcy case. I am very please with her fast and professional service. She filed my bankrupcy case november 11, 2016. I went to the debtors meeting december 19. February 24, 2017 i received my discharge from the court.

Posted by Christopher Allocca | August 13, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

Bankruptcy Ease

I hired attorney Masterson to help me with my bankruptcy. She was awesome. She walked me thru everything and explained in a way that made it easy to understand and do my part. She was always there to answer and questions I had. She really made to experience as pleasant as a bankruptcy case can be. Wh...en I first met with her I was nervous and a little apprehensive, but she was able to reassure me right at the beginning. I think that made a huge difference in my attitude thru-out the whole process.

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Venessa Masterson's Lawyer Endorsements

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Rahul Aggarwal

Unknown lawyer | Mar 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"An excellent lawyer who treats clients with patience, care, understanding, and utmost professionalism - an even better person and I wholeheartedly recommend for future services."

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Ginger Kelly

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Feb 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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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Mark Clay

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Aug 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse Mrs. Masterson. Truly exceptional and caring attorney who produces great results in representing clients! I want all people with legal problems to contact her first."

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Jonathan Lacour

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Apr 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Keen attention to detail with exceptional client service. I endorse this lawyer."

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Nathaniel Wojan

Unknown lawyer | Jan 28

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Judd Nemiro

Unknown lawyer | Jan 23

Relationship: Other

"Highly recommended. Knowledgeable and experienced. I endorse this lawyer."

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Dana Fleming Allen

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jan 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Douglas Borthwick

Real estate lawyer | Jan 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Donald Harris

General practice lawyer | Jan 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Great lawyer."

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Dmitriy Shakhnevich

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Sep 28

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Simon Kabzan

Unknown lawyer | Sep 17

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer. Excellent contributions and an asset to the AVVO community."

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Richard Geller

Unknown lawyer | Sep 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Vanessa. Highly respected in the legal community with a strong reputation for client advocacy and dedication."

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Sean Cleary

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | May 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. A highly skilled and respected lawyer in the legal community."

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Randal Moore

Unknown lawyer | Apr 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. A highly skilled and respected lawyer in the community."

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Gary Brod

Real estate lawyer | Apr 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer.I endorse Attorney Masterson. Her legal knowledge and concern for those in need of legal services are exemplary."

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Jonathan Millet

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Apr 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Masterson's advice is spot on; as shown by the answers she has posted on bankruptcy law, she takes the time to answer questions in a common sense manner and plainly addresses legal issues. I endorse this lawyer."

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Lauren Redmond

Personal injury lawyer | Apr 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Attorney Masterson. As a fellow lawyer Attorney Masterson is highly knowledgeable and highly respected in the community."

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Ligia Parmenter

Unknown lawyer | Apr 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Venessa Masterson is an experienced attorney whose participation and comments in Avvo show her commitment to serving clients very, very well. She is an excellent attorney that I recommend wholeheartedly."

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Jeffrey Runge

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Apr 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Masterson is a highly experienced and well respected practitioner in the legal community."

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Michael Palumbo

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Apr 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Rahul Aggarwal

Real estate lawyer

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Ginger Kelly

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Mark Clay

Immigration lawyer

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Jonathan Lacour

Business lawyer

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Nathaniel Wojan

Criminal defense lawyer

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Judd Nemiro

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Dana Fleming Allen

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Douglas Borthwick

Unknown lawyer

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Donald Harris

General practice lawyer

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Dmitriy Shakhnevich

Criminal defense lawyer

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Simon Kabzan

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Richard Geller

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Randal Moore

Business lawyer

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Gary Brod

Personal injury lawyer

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Jonathan Millet

Contracts and agreements lawyer

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Lauren Redmond

Criminal defense lawyer

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Ligia Parmenter

Personal injury lawyer

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Michael Palumbo

Criminal defense lawyer

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Jeffrey Runge

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Richard Rosenstein

Personal injury lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

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 International

Member

2012 - Present

U. S. District Court of Massachusetts

Admitted to Practice

2012 - Present

U.S Appeals Court

Admitted to Practice

2011 - Present

National Association of Bankruptcy Attorneys

Member

2006 - Present

Massachusetts Bar Association

Member

2006 - Present

Greater Lowell Bar Association

Member

2006 - Present

Merrimack Valley Conveyancers Association

Member

2005 - Present

U.S. Supreme Court

Admitted to Practice

American Bar Association

Member

2006 - 2010

Real Estate Bar Association for Massachusetts

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Commonwealth v. Deolivera

Dismissed

Commonowealth v. Awanjonko

Dismissed

Commonwealth v. Mugabeki

Pre-trial probation

Commonowealth v. PanQ

6 months Probation

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Education

2005

Massachusetts School of Law at Andover

JD - Juris Doctor

2000

University of Massachusetts, Lowell

BA - Bachelor of Arts

2000

University of Massachusetts

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2019

Immigration Work shop Session for New Arrivals

Immigration Overview on Adjustment of Status

2019

Immigration Work shop Session For New Arrivals

Immigration Proceedings Involving Asylum Seeks and Refugees

2019

Immigration Work Session

Immigration Removal Proceedings

2011

Community Based and Youth Programs

Empowering & Motivating Our Young People

2008

Women Empowering Women

Consequences Of Divorce On Children

Languages

Spanish

English

Activity

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