Laura E. Gillis

Laura E. Gillis

5.0
Rating: 9.2

Licensed for 28 years

Education Lawyer at Topsfield, MA
Practice Areas: Education

27 Main Street, Topsfield, MA

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Licenses

Licensed in Massachusetts for 28 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 1997

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Location

Law Office of Laura E. Gillis

27 Main Street, Topsfield, MA, 01983

Law Office of Laura E. Gillis

5 Militia Drive, Suite 1, Lexington, MA, 02421

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23 Client Reviews

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Posted by Amy | August 03, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Education

Best lawyer out there!!!!

If you are looking for an attorney that specializes in special education, look no further! Attorney Laura Gillis and her staff are very professional, responsible, prompt, and respectful. Laura is honest and explains everything in a way we could understand. She made us feel like we were her only cl...ient and always had our best interests at heart. Attorney Gillis knows the law and is top notch. Highly recommend!!! She and her staff are the absolute best.

Posted by Mark | March 03, 2021 | Hired Attorney

Exactly what we needed

Laura was exactly the right person for us. She is direct and let us know the facts and the situation without sugar-coating. Her depth of knowledge in her area is terrific, and the opinions she gave were very helpful even when they were not what we hoped for. She was able to get us an excellent outcom...e.

Posted by Alex | November 27, 2019 | Hired Attorney

Amazing representation

Laura and her team was simply amazing. Answer ALL emails and phone calls regardless of time of day or night. She called me at 8:50pm one night just because she remembered something that I had to do that following day. He’s articulate when she speaks a pit bill in meetings and treated us like a fami...ly member. If you ever need an attorney in her line of work Laura is the way to go.

Posted by Holly | September 03, 2019 | Hired Attorney

Excellent respresentation!!

Laura Gillis provided us with legal advice and guidance during a difficult and unsettling situation. We found Laura to be experienced, responsive, knowledgeable and honest. While working with Laura, we felt as though our situation was in adept and trustworthy hands, and she did not steer us wrong. ...I would highly recommend Laura to anyone seeking legal representation that is fair, honest and keep your best interest and unique needs at the forefront. Should the situation arise, I would not hesitate to seek representation again from Laura Gillis.

Posted by anonymous | May 09, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Education

Definitely Would Recommend Atty. Laura Gillis!

I have not had much experience with legal professionals prior to a special education out of district placement case I pursued recently. I met Laura and within minutes, I could tell that she listened carefully to my concerns and addressed each one with a plan of action. Her office, including assoc...iate attorneys and legal staff are wonderful as well with follow-up. Laura knows exactly what to do to advance her clients' legal case to achieve prompt resolution with optimal results. I would not hesitate to consult her in the future.

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Laura E. Gillis's Lawyer Endorsements

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Mark Favaloro

Appeals lawyer | Apr 09

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"I had the privilege of working with Attorney Gillis 15 years ago and I continue today to be impressed with her tenacity and skill as a lawyer and total commitment to her clients. She is sharp, extremely bright, and never lets go until she is satisfied that her client has achieved a just result. She is the consummate professional."

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Lillian Wong

Education lawyer | Jan 04

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Experience

Rating:  9.2 (Superb)

Honors

2018

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

Associations

2000 - Present

Women's Bar Association of Massachusetts

Member

2000 - Present

Coalition of Parent Attorneys and Advocates

Member

2000 - Present

Special Needs Advocacy Network

Member

2000 - Present

Massachusetts Bar Association’s Juvenile & Child Welfare Section’s Special Education Law Practice Group

Co-chair

Sample of Legal Cases

Student V.Georgetown Public Schools BSEA #1500020 Ruling On Massachusetts Department Of Mental Health’s Motion To Dismiss Itself

Concord-Carlisle School District, BSEA# 1307146 “Ruling Re Motion For Dismissal Of Massachusetts Department Of Mental Health”

Mansfield Public Schools, BSEA #1307030, “Ruling On Parents Motion To Compel” (2013)

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Education

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University of Massachusetts, Amherst

BA - Bachelor of Arts

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New England Law Boston

J.D.

Speaking Engagements

2017

MBA’s Education Law Practice Group Massachusetts Education Law

2017

Education Law Practice Juvenile & Child Welfare

2017

Ask The Experts Special Education

2016

Juvenile & Child Welfare Law Section School Anxiety, Avoidance and Refusal

2016

Education Law Practice Group Juvenile & Child Welfare Section

Languages

English

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