Amy L Saunders

Amy L Saunders

also known as Amy L Hanson

5.0
Rating: 9.6

Licensed for 27 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Dedham, MA
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family, Child Custody, Mediation

858 Washington St Suite 103, Rear of Building, Dedham, MA

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Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

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Licenses

Licensed in Massachusetts for 27 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 1998

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in New Hampshire for 26 years

State: New Hampshire

Acquired: 1999

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Amy Saunders

858 Washington St Suite 103, Rear of Building, Dedham, MA, 02026

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Amy L Saunders's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

31 Client Reviews

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Showing 6 - 10 of 11 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by anonymous | June 17, 2015 | Divorce & Separation

Excellent and Compassionate

I am so thankful I found Amy Saunders to work with me through my divorce. I was nervous, a mom who found herself having to make a tough choice after horrible circumstances. Amy is knowledgeable, excellent, smart, compassionate, offers sound advice on what's reasonable to expect as an outcome - and sh...e still helped me get a better outcome than I could have hoped. She is a gem.

Posted by William | December 18, 2014 | Divorce & Separation

don't settle for less - Amy doesn't

I truly believe Amy obtained the best results possible for me. My case involved a long separation and a large sum of money, among other factors. Even the judge admitted it was a complex divorce and if it went to trial it could go either way. Amy made it go my way. She expertly weighed all the variab...les and quickly came up with a strategy that convinced me was the way to go. With my approval, she stuck to that plan and wouldn't give in forcing the other side to. I couldn't be happier and Amy is one of the nicest professional people that you could meet

Posted by anonymous | November 25, 2014 | DUI & DWI

Me?! An OUI & Negligent Driving?!

DENIAL. I awoke the next morning thinking it was all a dream but no. I had blacked out at the wheel, totalled my car, arrested and blew a 0.21. This does NOT happen to me. But I needed to come to the fact that YES it did happen. I was socially having drinks with my friends. I had also had b...ad anxiety that day so I had taken a xanax. BAD mixture that I was unaware of. Can cause BLACKOUTS with consumption of alcohol. This happened to me. Thank goodness NO ONE WAS HURT not even myself. Where do I go from here? I ended up with the person who was my voice... Amy Saunders. She knew her stuff. No questioning that. Took my hand and went with me to the first court date... Spoke to the right person... Spoke to the actual DA... Moved my deposition up... And in no time was representing me in front of the judge. I was lucky ... Cwof for one year and loss of licence for 45 days. I'll take it. It's now been six months since the deposition and I have my license back. I'm ashamed but I no longer take Xanax and I habe become more responsible than I ever knew I could be. I don't jniw where I would be today if Amy did not take the lead for me. Thank you....

Posted by Alicia | August 15, 2014 | Divorce & Separation

An attorney you want on your side

I don't know where my gratitude should begin. So I guess I'll simply say Amy is an amazing attorney. She helped me walk through an emotional divorce and made sure I kept my head high. The knowledge that she has combined with the strength that she offered, allowed me to tolerate the intolerable. S...he was my reason and voice when dealing with my ex as well as the court. I was extremely emotional, confused, anxiety ridden and wasn't sure what the first step was as I knew NOTHING about divorce. Amy was wonderful, understanding, patient and walked me from beginning to end. I put all my trust in her and I'm so glad I had her by my side. Thank you.

Posted by Teresa | April 17, 2014 | Divorce & Separation

Divorce Paperwork Made Easy!

Amy Hanson-Saunders helped me weed through the documentation requirements for my divorce. Her expertise and personality made the overwhelming task much easier to deal with, and the whole packet was complete within a few hours. I dropped the paperwork to the court myself, and the clerk commented on ...how thorough and well organized the documents were. Honest! None of it was contested, nothing more was asked for, the divorce went through without a hiccup. I am very grateful to this firm.

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Amy L Saunders's Lawyer Endorsements

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Michael Thaler

Divorce and separation lawyer | Aug 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Saunders is an excellent attorney and a zealous advocate for her clients. Her extensive experience enables her to be prepared for any issue that is raised in a family law matter. I wholeheartedly endorse Attorney Saunders"

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Daniel Kron

Family lawyer | Oct 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Simply said, Amy is an outstanding family attorney. Highly recommended!"

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James Devlin

Divorce and separation lawyer | Apr 07

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I found Attorney Saunders to be extremely knowledgeable yet able to proceed without incurring unnecessary costs. She worked very diligently for her client while always maintaining a high degree of professionalism. I strongly endorse this attorney."

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Richard Heavey

Business lawyer | Sep 17

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Thomas Cleary

Divorce and separation lawyer | Sep 01

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked with Attorney Saunders on multiple matters. Attorney Saunders is knowledgeable, reasonable, and a zealous advocate for her clients."

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Catherine Good

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 05

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Amy and I have been opposing counsel on several cases. I have been very impressed with her professional manner, knowledge and experience in divorce and family law. I endorse Amy Saunders."

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Joseph Higgins

Divorce and separation lawyer | Mar 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I would highly recommend Attorney Saunders for anyone in need of assistance in a Divorce/Separation matter. She possesses the knowledge, skill and commitment required to achieve superb results. Her history of successful outcomes for her clients speaks for itself. I endorse her wholeheartedly."

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Jeffrey Hanson

Divorce and separation lawyer | Dec 31

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Cherie Felos

Family lawyer | Dec 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Laurie Mullen

Family lawyer | Jul 26

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jennifer Silva

Family lawyer | Jan 16

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Amy is a knowledgeable attorney with the skills and work ethic necessary to obtain positive results for her clients."

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Estela Matta

Family lawyer | Oct 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I was very impressed by Attorney Saunders' energy and zeal for clients' rights. She seems like a "fighter", as well as a well versed attorney with a proven record in the courts. I endorse this lawyer."

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Robert Pellegrini

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I refer all my family law cases to attorney Saunders. My clients always appreciate her results."

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Katelyn Mills

Social Security & Disability lawyer

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Michael Thaler

Criminal defense lawyer

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Catherine Good

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Joseph Higgins

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Cherie Felos

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Richard Dwyer

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Laurie Mullen

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James Devlin

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Anthony Panebianco

Litigation lawyer

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Jennifer Silva

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Experience

Rating:  9.6 (Superb)

Honors

2017

Red Book Magazine, Contributor

2017

Womans Day Magazine, Contributor

2017

Top 10 Attorneys, American Jurist Institute

2017

10 Best Under 40, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2017

Super Lawyer Massachusetts, Super Lawyers

2017

Top Woman Attorney Massachusetts, Thomson Reuters

2016

Expertise.com, 30 Best Lawyers in Boston

2016

Wall Street Journal, Contributor

2015

Top 100 Lawyers, American Society of Legal Advocates

2015

10 Best Under 40, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2014

Top 100 Lawyers, Society of Legal Advocates

2004

Most Important Decision of the Year, Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly

1998

Cum Laude, Suffolk University Law School

1995

Cum Laude, University of Massachusetts

Work Experience

2004 - Present

Senior Attorney, Legal Solutions of Massachusetts

2004 - Present

Founder, Attorney, Law Office of Hanson & Saunders

2002 - 2008

Attorney, Daley & Associates

1998 - 2002

Senior Law Clerk, Trial Court Of Massachusetts

Associations

2004 - Present

United States Supreme Court

Member

1998 - Present

Massachusetts Bar Association

Member

1998 - Present

New Hampshire Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

BRIDGEWATER STATE UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION vs. BOARD OF ASSESSORS OF BRIDGEWATER

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Thomas G. Boukouvalas vs. Town of Middleborough Zoning Board of

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BRIDGEWATER STATE COLLEGE FOUNDATION vs. BD OF ASSESSORS BRIDGEWATER

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New Seabury Company Ltd. Ptnrshp vs. Richard Lambert & others

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EMILE TAYEH & another vs. ZONING BD OF APP EAST BRIDGEWATER

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JOSEPH A. ROBICHEAU vs. TOWN OF NORWOOD ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS & another

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KEYLAND CORPORATION & another vs. MASS COMMISSION AGAINST DESCRIM. & another

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STATE STREET BANK & TRUST CO. vs. DIVISION OF EMPLOYMENT & another

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STATE STREET BANK & TRUST CO. vs. DIVISION OF EMPLOYMENT & another

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STATE STREET BANK & TRUST CO. vs. DIVISION OF EMPLOYMENT AND TRAINING & another

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CUMBERLAND FARMS, INC. vs. TOWN OF WEST BRIDGEWATER & another

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CUMBERLAND FARMS, INC. vs. TOWN OF WEST BRIDGEWATER & another

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KEYLAND CORPORATION & another vs. MASSACHUSETTS COMMISSION AGAINST DISCRIMINATION & another

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KEYLAND CORPORATION & another vs. MASS COMMISSION AGAINST DISCRIM. & another

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KEYLAND CORPORATION & another vs. MASS COMMISSION AGAINST DISCRIM. & another

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Education

1998

Suffolk University Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1995

University of Massachusetts, Amherst

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2012

Divorce Support Group

Divorce Support Group

2004

Massachusetts Bar Association

Employment Law

Publications

2017

2017

2015

American Society of Legal Advocates Top 100 Lawyers

2014

Society of Legal Advocates Top 100 Lawyers

2004

Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly Most Important Decision of the Year

Languages

English

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