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Lisa Ann Ruggieri
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Biography
Lisa has extensive experience in all aspects of domestic relations practice, including pre-nuptial agreements, custody and paternity issues, divorce, legal separation, modifications, contempt and equity actions and guardianships. Whether in negotiations or at trial, Lisa pays particular attention to accurate analysis and valuation of the myriad of assets and financial interests often at stake in a divorce, whether they are business interests, various investments, stock options, or pension and profit-sharing plans, and considers the tax consequences both of dividing assets and establishing support obligations. Lisa has developed a network of professionals with whom she works closely and who provide specialized assistance in these areas.
Practice Areas
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Practice Area
Divorce and Separation
100%
27 years
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Licensed in Massachusetts for 26 years
State: Massachusetts
Acquired: 1999
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Location
Law Offices of Lisa Ann Ruggieri
27 Mica Lane Suite 101, Wellesley, MA, 02481
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Posted by Robert | January 20, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Fantastic Attorney
Attorney Ruggieri and her staff took great care with a sensitive legal issue that took over two years to resolve. She was direct in her approach and protected my interests well.
Posted by anonymous | December 21, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Outstanding work and advice
After over 30 years of marriage, I found myself in need of a divorce attorney. Lisa skillfully negotiated my case in spite of the ongoing pandemic. I am thankful that I am able to retire without the stress of alimony payments as Lisa successfully negotiated a past, present and future waiver of alimo...
Posted by George | June 22, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Best ever!
I consulted with several attorneys and read voluminous reviews prior to retaining Attorney Ruggieri. I knew the moment I met her, I wanted her to represent me in my my divorce. Now that I have been working with her, the reviews are all true. She is a straight shooter and keeps you focused on the iss...
Posted by anonymous | March 20, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Kept the process simple
Although my divorce was not contentious, I greatly benefited from Lisa's experience, especially her understanding of what the Court would expect. By identifying deficiencies in documents prepared by my former spouse's attorney, we were able to avoid objections that a cautious judge might have raised...
Posted by Lee | December 30, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
'One of a kind'
Lisa Ruggieri is an outstanding divorce attorney. She handled my complex and extremely challenging case with endless energy and vigor. She is the type of no nonsense attorney that makes things happen while also being very empathetic and caring. As an highly seasoned attorney, I found her to be very r...
Lisa Ann Ruggieri's Lawyer Endorsements
"A truly excellent attorney well respected in the legal community. I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of her clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."
"Lisa does an excellent job representing her clients. She tenaciously pursues her client's goals while being receptive to resolving issues in a reasonable manner with opposing counsel."
"I endorse this lawyer. Atty Ruggieri practices divorce the way it should be practiced: because she is so knowledgeable of the nuances of the law and so familiar with the styles and priorities of the local courts, she can accomplish an efficient and effective outcome that is also responsive to her clients' personal and financial needs. She gives clients a clear roadmap of their case, follows the roadmap, and always returns their calls during the process. And when necessary, Lisa can take on a shark yet keep the blood off the table - an exceptional and rare skill for a divorce attorney."
"Lisa Ruggeri is extremely well versed in family law and its many nuances including separation agreements, alimony and child support and the practical tax and business implications of dissolution of a marriage. She is also a skilled and experienced trial lawyer and that experience focuses for her client’s best interest on the real issues, not side issues, in a case. She also is skilled at using mediation and collaborative law approaches to these kinds of cases to achieve these goals without trial. I have had a number of opportunities to see her clients express appreciation for her efforts and help. Bob Flynn"
"If I was facing the end of my marriage, I'd want Lisa on MY side."
"I endorse this lawyer. Lisa is an outstanding attorney and I highly recommend her services for anyone going through a divorce."
"Lisa is a true asset to the legal profession. She is extremely dedicated to achieving the best results possible for her clients and is readily available to provide insight into new or complex legal matters. I highly endorse this attorney and would recommend her to anyone seeking an experienced and dedicated family law attorney,"
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Experience
Work Experience
1999 - Present
Attorney, Law Office of LIsa Ann Ruggieri, P.C.
1998 - 1999
Judicial Law Clerk, Honorable Michael T. Stella
1997 - 1998
Judicial Law Clerk, Honorable Barbara Savitt Pearson
1996 - 1997
Judicial Law Clerk, Honorable Ellen Flatley
Associations
2000 - Present
American Bar Association
1999 - Present
Metro West Bar AssociationPresident
1999 - Present
Massachusetts Bar Association
1999 - Present
South Middlesex Bar AssociationBoard Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Bower v. Bournay-Bower
SJC ruled judges have authority to appoint P.C.'s in “appropriate circumstances" and remanded case to Probate and Family Court to promulgate rule governing appointment.
Commonwealth v. Dee
Supreme Judicial Court
Education
1999
Massachusetts School of Law at Andover
JD - Juris Doctor
1996
State University of New York at Buffalo
Bachelor of Science
Publications
2017
2017
Lisa Ann Ruggieri
Division of insurance during divorce presents challenging issues
2016
Lisa Ann Ruggieri
Middlesex district attorney seeks tougher laws on domestic violence
2016
Lisa Ann Ruggieri
Ensuring Your Child’s Well-Being through a Difficult Divorce
2015
Lisa Ann Ruggieri
Lack of Communication Leads to Rising Baby Boomer Divorce Rates
2013
Lisa Ann Ruggieri
Massachusetts alimony: what is all the fuss about?
2010
Massachusetts Continuing Legal Education (MCLE)
Family Law Advocacy
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can my children choose not to see me at the age 13 and 15?
23 Sep 2017
Q&A
Does child support case go back to original order?
25 Sep 2017
Q&A
In Massachusetts does the wife usually get a higher percentage of the husbands 401k assuming all else is equal?
26 Sep 2017
Legal Guides
Legal Guide
Same-Sex Divorce Often More Expensive & Complicated
28 Oct 2013
Legal Guide
2012 Crime Data Released
28 Oct 2013
Legal Guide
Man Fights to Avoid Paying Child Support
28 Oct 2013