Lisa M Wilson

Lisa M Wilson

5.0
Rating: 9.5

Licensed for 37 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Newton, MA
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Marriage & Prenuptials, Real Estate

288 Walnut Street, Newton, MA

About Lisa

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 60%

Representing clients in all areas of family law including complex divorce, modification and contempt actions, custody and paternity actions.

37 years

60%
Marriage and Prenuptials 20%

Representing client in negotiating prenuptial and postnuptial agreements.

37 years

20%
Real Estate 20%

Representing buyers, sellers and lenders in residential real estate transactions; Representing individuals in real estate partition actions.

37 years

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Massachusetts for 37 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 1988

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Wilson Marino & Bonnevie P.C.

288 Walnut Street, Newton, MA, 02460-1948

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Lisa M Wilson's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

7 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | March 16, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate

Excellent counsel

Lisa assisted me with a real estate dispute resulting from the end of a long-term relationship. Though not a divorce legally, emotionally and financially (related to division of a shared property) her counsel was essential to achieve an equitable resolution. Lisa provided wise counsel, asserted key n...egotiation strategies, and was a supportive advocate of my position. In short, she is an excellent attorney and I remain deeply grateful for her assistance through a very difficult separation. I highly recommend her!

Posted by Tom | February 29, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Excellent Counsel in Divorce

Lisa provided counsel and services related to my separation and divorce. She always acted professionally in private meetings, in 3-way meetings with my ex-wife and her counsel and in court. Lisa was able to make progress and protect my interests and the interests of my children while avoiding ran...corous, argumentative meetings or confrontations. Despite her calm and professional approach, it was also clear to me that she cared about me and was focused on expediting the process while protecting my rights. She is a great listener and I always felt reassured during the process. The results were both effective and timely. I have recommended Lisa to several friends who continue to benefit from Lisa's counsel.

Posted by Liza | February 24, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Client

Lisa was always available to me over my very difficult separation and then divorce. She was very supportive and easy to work with. Divorce is a terrible process but she made it bearable. I would not recommend divorce to anyone but if you do decide this is the only choice you have then Lisa is the la...wyer you should hire.

Posted by Chris | February 23, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Great Attorney with High Values

Lisa is a great attorney and person with high values. I have worked with Lisa on and off for ten years through my divorce and custody issues. When I started the divorce process, I called a few attorneys. Most of the discussions started with their retainer amount. Lisa asked me about my situation ...and I felt like she cared about my case and always has. Divorce and custody situations can get nasty. Lisa always took the approach of getting the job done by understanding who we were going up against and finding a way to settle an issue in my favor without escalating it. I know Lisa had lots of clients with complicated situations, but when I called her or needed her advice, I felt like I was her only client.

Posted by anonymous | February 10, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

An excellent attorney

Lisa Wilson was my attorney during a complicated child custody case. She listened to my concerns, made suggestions about how to limit my interaction with the other parent and yet, most importantly, remain close to my child. The case took a few months. It was a very hard time. Lisa Wilson, with her ki...nd, logical, and wise approach, helped me to endure and to figure out the best legal solution.

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Experience

Rating:  9.5 (Superb)

Honors

2016

Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America

2015

Top Women of Law, Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly

2015

Community Service Award, MBA and MLGBTQ Bar Associations

2009

Top Women Lawers, Massachusetts Super Lawyers

Work Experience

1996 - Present

Partner/Owner, Wilson, Marino & Bonnevie, PC

Associations

2015 - Present

Massachusetts Council on Family Mediation

Member

2015 - Present

Greater Boston Family Law Inn of Court

Member

2013 - Present

Boston Bar Foundation, Society of Fellows

Member

2010 - Present

Boston Bar Association

Family Law Steering Committee

2005 - Present

Mass LGBTQ Bar Association

Former Co-Chair

2012 - 2014

Massachusetts Bar Association

Member-Tiered Mentoring Program

Education

1988

Suffolk University Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1984

Providence College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2014

MCLE Annual Family Law Conference

Determination of Income

2013

MCLE Annual Family Law Conference

Alimony Reform Act

2010

MCLE Annual Family Law Conference

De Facto Parents

Publications

2016

Lloyd D. Godson, LexisNexis Practice Guide: Massachusetts Family Law 2016 Edition Ch. 13, Same Sex Dissolution Issues

1997

Real Estate Executive Working with First-Time Home Buyers

Languages

English

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