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Daniel Goldsmith Ruggiero

5.0
Rating: 1.0

Licensed for 19 years

Litigation Lawyer at Newton, MA
Practice Areas: Litigation, Foreclosure, Bankruptcy & Debt

275 Grove Street Suite 2-400 , MA, Newton, MA

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2025
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About Daniel

Biography

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 120 minutes


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Licenses

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 13 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 2012

Suspended

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2023

Licensed in Maine for 17 years

State: Maine

Acquired: 2008

Disciplinary Suspension

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2023

Licensed in Connecticut for 18 years

State: Connecticut

Acquired: 2007

Suspension

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2023

Licensed in Rhode Island for 18 years

State: Rhode Island

Acquired: 2007

Suspended/Disciplinary Action

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2025

Licensed in New Jersey for 18 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 2007

Suspended

Licensed in New York for 19 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2007

Suspended

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2024

Licensed in Massachusetts for 19 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 2006

Suspended

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2023

Location

Law Offices of Daniel Goldsmith Ruggiero

275 Grove Street Suite 2-400 , MA, Newton, MA, 02466

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Daniel Goldsmith Ruggiero's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

24 Client Reviews

5 star (24)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (0)

Posted by Paul | May 29, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Above and Beyond

After spending years with another lawyer and have little to zero progress with my student loan settlement Dan came in and saved the day. He was upfront and honest with me and even though I was already upset from the previous lawyer Dan did everything he said he would and more to get me a fair settlem...ent and help straighten everything out. He and his team were prompt with communication and follow up and very curtious. I would defiantly use him again if I was ever in this situation or recommend him to friends or family in my same situation.

Posted by Dawn | May 8, 2018 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

honest attorney

If it were possible to give this man more than 5 stars I would do so. He is above board, honest to a fault and a man of his word, He responded to an issue I posted to his email and in record time a resolution was provided by this man. I have had many experiences with attorneys in my life and have ...NEVER had a more pleasurable experience than I had with Mr. Ruggiero. He is one of the few good "guys" working as an attorney that I have ever had the joy of finding, speaking with and getting to know. IF you need an attorney who values you as a human being and not just a money machine, this is your man. Thank you Daniel R. for being a good man. God bless you in all of your future endeavours..... dawn

Posted by John | March 20, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Student Loan Debt

Dan went above & beyond regarding helping me settle my student loan debt. He'd taken over my case from another attorney who didn't make any substantial progress after 2.5 years. Within a few weeks, Dan was able to form a settlement with my lender. He made himself available for any type of communic...ation throughout our engagement. I'd highly advise hiring him for any future occurrences.

Posted by Jillian | March 12, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Dedicated lawyer who is willing to go the extra mile!

Daniel helped me settle on my student loan debt in only a few short weeks. He took on my case from an existing lawyer who did nothing with it for almost 2 1/2 years. Daniel jumped right in and helped me understand the process and guided me on what to do to help. He and his team were awesome at commun...icating any changes or updates and were always available! He was always positive and looked at the best possible solutions for my loans. I am so thankful he stepped in and took charge! And he's just overall a great guy!

Posted by Scott | March 1, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Student debt

Dan worked hard to take care of things for me. he was fast and efficient got to the point and didn't beat around the bush I felt like he was very open and honest and took care of things. he made a a bad situation much better for me.

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Daniel Goldsmith Ruggiero's Lawyer Endorsements

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Michael Metzner

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | May 18

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have consulted with Dan Ruggiero on several debt settlement and bankruptcy matters throughout the past year. Most recently, I met with Dan to discuss specific strategies relating to foreclosure matters and credit card litigation. I am, to say the least, extremely impressed with Dan's knowledge of the law, and I would certainly recommend his services without hesitation. A true professional indeed."

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Experience

Rating:  1.0 (Extreme Caution)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2025.

Suspension issued in RI, 2025

updated on 12/24/2025

This means the attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.

Suspension issued in NY, 2024

updated on 07/11/2025

Suspended means an attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.

Reciprocal - Suspension issued in ME, 2023

updated on 11/15/2023

This means that the attorney's misconduct in another state, or jurisdiction, also violated the rules for practicing law in Maine.

Reciprocal - Suspension issued in PA, 2023

updated on 11/15/2023

This means that the attorney's misconduct in another state, or jurisdiction, also violated the rules for practicing law in Pennsylvania.

Suspension issued in CT, 2023

updated on 11/20/2023

This means the attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.

Suspension issued in MA, 2023

updated on 10/31/2023

This status means that an attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a specific period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.

Associations

2007 - Present

Rhode Island Bar Association

Education

N/A

New England School of Law

N/A

Babson College

Languages

English

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