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also known as Amy L Hanson
Amy Saunders, Esq. is attorney and founder of Legal Solutions in Dedham, Massachusetts () and Law Office of Hanson & Saunders in Bridgewater, Massachusetts (). An experienced litigator, she now devotes her practice primarily to family law. Outgoing and down-to-earth, she makes clients and attorneys feel at ease in solving family and divorce disputes.
She was legal counsel in what would become the most important decision of the year, by Massachusetts Lawyer Weekly for changing the way bias cases are handled in Massachusetts. She successfully argued 11 out of 11 cases before the Supreme Court, Supreme Judicial Court and Massachusetts Appeals Court.
As a full-time, single mother and divorcee, she brings invaluable perspective and practical advice to her clients, and an understanding of the need for resolution. Recently remarried, she also knows that life does get better after divorce - even when it seems hard to believe during such a difficult process.
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858 Washington St Suite 103, Rear of Building, Dedham, MA, 02026
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Posted by Caryn | March 13, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Excellent experience
Amy came highly recommended to me. I was immediately impressed by her upon our initial meeting. She clearly explained the divorce process and was very reassuring that she would do her best to make my case go as smoothly as possible. She always responded promptly to any questions I had. My ex-husband...
Posted by anonymous | May 17, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Very Satisfied
Amy was a great lawyer, very knowledgeable and she answered all my questions. She fought for everything I wanted and also got me me everything I was entitled too. Talking to her was very easy, almost like I knew her always. My divorce was heartbreaking, but with Amy's help and concern, It made thi...
Posted by Dan | February 24, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
A Difficult Divorce – Thankfully I had a Wonderful Attorney!
Amy is well balanced and represents a tremendous value in legal representation. Amy has just the right amount of knowledge and experience. She knows the law, but more importantly she knows what the likely outcomes will be. Amy also knows the people – court clerks, judges, and attorneys. Amy has t...
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...
Posted by Andreea | January 16, 2014 | Divorce & Separation
She Rocks!
I can't even say enough great words about Amy and her practice. She is an amazing attorney and she will fight for you for every little thing you are concerned about and until the last minute if she has to, and for every little penny that should be yours! She has amazing eye for financial detail and a...
"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"
"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."
"I have worked with Attorney Saunders on multiple matters. Attorney Saunders is knowledgeable, reasonable, and a zealous advocate for her clients."
"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."
"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."
"I endorse this lawyer. Amy is a knowledgeable attorney with the skills and work ethic necessary to obtain positive results for her clients."
"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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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
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
2004 - Present
United States Supreme CourtMember
1998 - Present
Massachusetts Bar AssociationMember
1998 - Present
New Hampshire Bar AssociationMember
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JD - Juris Doctor
1995
BA - Bachelor of Arts
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Divorce Support Group
2004
Employment Law
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