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Elaine M Benkoski

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  • Dedham, MA
  • Licensed for 41 years
Elaine M Benkoski
Elaine M Benkoski
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About Elaine

Please call, we can talk about it and I can help you with your situation - Call 781-352-2404!

Practice areas

ProbateReal estateDivorce and separationBankruptcy and debt
  1. Bankruptcy and debt: 75%

    Representation of individuals and small businesses in insolvency matters including Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcies; real estate work-out; and collection defense.

    32 years

  2. Divorce and separation: 15%

    Representation of individuals in family domestic matters including divorce, modification and contempt.

    42 years

  3. Real estate: 5%

    Representation of individuals and small businesses in the purchase or sale of residential and commercial real estate.

    42 years

  4. Probate: 5%

    Representation of individuals in probate and estate matters.

    42 years

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Contact

30 Eastbrook Road
Suite 301
Dedham, MA, 02026

Website
http://www.benkoskilaw.com 

      Resume

      License
      StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
      MAActive197906/06/2021
      We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
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      Awards
      Award nameGrantorDate granted
      The Denis Maguire Pro Bono AwardVolunteer Lawyers Project of the Boston Bar Association2012
      Work Experience
      TitleCompany nameDuration
      AttorneyElaine M. Benkoski, Attorney at Law1993 - Present
      AttorneyLaw Office of Stephen E. Shamban1989 - 1993
      Litigation AttorneyLaw Office of Lee Barron Wernick1982 - 1989
      AttorneyLaw Office of Loretta O'Brien1981 - 1982
      Associations
      Association namePosition nameDuration
      American Bankruptcy InstituteMember2006 - Present
      National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy AttorneysMember2001 - Present
      Boston Bar Association, Bankruptcy Law SectionMember1999 - Present
      Massachusetts Department of Developmental DisabilitiesHuman Rights Attorney for Metro Residential Services1999 - Present
      Massachusetts Bar AssociationMember1979 - Present
      Boston Bar Association, Bankruptcy Law Section, Pro Bono CommitteeCo-chair2009 - 2011
      Publications
      Publication nameTitleDate
      ABI Northeast Consumer ForumState Law Defenses in Motions for Relief from Stay2011
      Emerging Issues in Representing Debtors and Creditors: Cirque de BankruptcyCalculating the Debtor's Actual Monthly Taxes2009
      Boston Bar Association Brown Bag Lunch SeriesNavigating The Gambling Debtor Through Bankruptcy2008
      BenkoskiLaw.comHow to Prepare For Your First Interview2004
      BenkoskiLaw.comDivorce in Massachusetts2004
      Education
      School nameDegreeGraduated
      New England School of LawJD - Juris Doctor1979
      Boston CollegeBA - Bachelor of Arts1972
      Speaking Engagements
      Conference nameTitleDate
      VLP TrainingVolunteer Lawyer Training for Chapter 7 Bankruptcy2011
      Northeast Consumer ForumState Law Defenses in Motions for Relief from Stay2011
      Large Firm Training InitiativeHow To Represent a Pro Bono Debtor2010
      Training for Volunteer LawyersRepresenting A Pro Bono Debtor2010
      Basics of Pro Bono Bankruptcy RepresentationRepresenting the Pro Bono Debtor2010
      Playing the Bankruptcy CardBusting the Myths of Consumer Bankruptcy2009
      Emerging Issues in Representing Debtors and Creditors: Cirque de BankruptcyNavigating the Three Ring Circus of Personal Income Taxes in Bankruptcy2009
      BBA Brown BagNavigating The Gambling Debtor Through Bankruptcy2008
      Divorce and BankruptcyDivorce and Bankruptcy1995

      Reviews

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      Review Elaine Benkoski

      Knowledgeable, patient, generous

      Posted by

      I called Elaine for advice regarding a personal financial situation. Elaine spent a half hour on the phone with me and gave me a lot of very good advice. I am now making a confident decision on how to proceed thanks to her time and wisdom, guided by experience. She did not charge me a dime for her time and was a very patient listener. Grateful!
      This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
      Consulted attorney

      Elaine Benkoski is a caring and skilled lawyer who knows the system inside and out.

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      My husband and I had to file for Chapter 13 Bankruptcy - it was a very difficult and emotional decision. Elaine helped us through the entire procedure and patiently explained how everything worked. Her natural kindness and understanding was evident and helped us feel that we were going to get through this. In the end, everything went very smoothly and we were very pleased with the outcome. We couldn't have asked for a better lawyer. We would recommend Elaine to anyone contemplating bankruptcy - give her a call, she will help you.
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      Attorney endorsements

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      Daniel Kron, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Oct 13, 2017
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      Simply said, Elaine is an outstanding bankruptcy attorney. Highly recommended!

      Peter Moustakis, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Apr 22, 2016
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      Attorney Benkoski is a well respected and top notch attorney in Massachusetts. She does great work and truly cares for her clients.

      Julie Franklin, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Mar 13, 2014
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer.

      Paul Bishop, Chapter 13 bankruptcy Attorney on Feb 5, 2014
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer.

      Robert Kovacs, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Aug 23, 2012
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer.Attorney Benkoski has proven that she is dedicated to the community and to Massachusetts consumers.

      Walter Oney, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Feb 10, 2012
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      Elaine is an active member of NACBA and a very experienced bankruptcy lawyer who has the respect of her colleagues and of the judges before whom she appears. Elaine prepares hers cases thoroughly and is not afraid to stand up to the trustees, mortgage companies, and other people who seek to derail bankruptcy cases.

      Leanna Hamill, Chapter 7 bankruptcy Attorney on Sep 7, 2011
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I have worked with Elaine on a few cases where our practice areas overlapped and have been very happy with her work. It is clear that she is very knowledgeable about the details of bankruptcy laws and how best to guide and protect her clients. I would not hesitate to recommend her services to anyone who finds themselves in difficulties with their debts. She does not just rush you into bankruptcy, she truly counsels and investigates all the issues to make sure that you are making the right decision for you.