Lisa Ann Ruggieri

Lisa Ann Ruggieri

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 26 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Wellesley, MA
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

27 Mica Lane Suite 101, Wellesley, MA

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Divorce and Separation 100%

Our focus is on helping individuals and families deal with their family law and divorce issues. Led by attorney Lisa A. Ruggieri, our firm is committed to standing up for the rights of all of our clients throughout the entirety of their cases .

27 years

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Licenses

Licensed in Massachusetts for 26 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 1999

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Law Offices of Lisa Ann Ruggieri

27 Mica Lane Suite 101, Wellesley, MA, 02481

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Lisa Ann Ruggieri's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

85 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 18 reviews | Trustworthiness

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...esponsive, honest and extremely straightforward. She laid out the facts, the possible scenarios and kept me informed of all of the developments of my case. Her experience and knowledge of the law, specifically with contested cases of asset division and child custody, was invaluable. My outcome was exactly what I wanted and it was because of her enthusiasm and passion of the law.

Posted by anonymous | May 28, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

None Better, A Stand Out

After the shock and awe of being served divorce, it was a blessing to find Lisa Ruggieri. Don’t waste your time searching for anyone else. My case was handled expertly, efficiently, and with all the right expertise. Fair and honest, Lisa knows every facet of the law, and she is a keen negotiator, ...which btw, is exactly where you need to focus. Avoid court. Alimony, child support, complex tax and asset split calculations, inheritance, business income: Attorney Ruggieri has all the resources at her disposal for informed, factual decisions you’ll need to make. She is relentless in seeking your best outcome. I deal with many attorney’s in my job, and through dozens of years, I can pick out the fake, ill informed vs. those that stand above the rest. Hire Lisa, follow her advice, keep her informed on everything, and you’ll come out the other end better off, financially sound. Forget about fees, it’s the least of your challenges. My prayers were answered when I hired Attorney Ruggieri.

Posted by Maria | April 26, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Beyond blessed that I found Lisa and her team

I was literally stunned when my husband served me with divorce papers. By the grace of God I happen to find Lisa and I couldn’t be more appreciative. She is the “go to” lawyer if you want a fair and reasonable outcome. Saying she is aggressive is an understatement. Trust in her, and if you need to ha...ve more information on your case; paralegal Anthony is the one to contact. He is compassionate, understanding, and caring. This is a great team to have on your side. I highly recommend this wonderful blend of aggressiveness and compassion. Thank you Lisa and Anthony for making this difficult, emotionally charged situation, easier to navigate.

Posted by Mike | April 14, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Highly Effective and Reliable

Attorney Lisa Ruggieri made a potentially lengthy and costly divorce litigation battle very simple and straightforward without the necessity of multiple court appearances. My case involved a traditional, long-term marriage (25+ years). Lisa skillfully negotiated a global divorce agreement, includ...ing a provision for a tiered “step down” on alimony as I near my retirement. While my friends were ordered to pay 35% of their income, Lisa negotiated alimony payments as low as 15% which will ultimately cease. Lisa advised me of my rights under the law and was a strong advocate for my interests without making the overall process unnecessarily adversarial. Not only is Lisa an expert in her field, she is a consummate professional and someone you can trust. I would highly recommend the Law Offices of Lisa Ruggieri!

Posted by Jacob | February 28, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Lisa and her team are outstanding!!

I initially consulted with Attorney Lisa Ruggieri for a divorce after reading the online reviews of her firm. Admittedly, I was initially skeptical and concerned about the cost of a lengthy, drawn out contested divorce. But now that my case is resolved, I can candidly confirm that all the online re...views are true! Never mistake her "no BS" approach as her being gruff with you - she's upfront, wants what's best for you, knows what will and will not fly in settlements, and ultimately you want that "no BS" approach representing you in your conferences and court. Lisa and her associate, Caitlin, stood by me through the good, the bad and the ugly as my ex-Wife hired and fired several different lawyers throughout the process. As a self-employed partner of a business and the father of two young boys, my divorce was very complicated; it involved a business valuation, premarital assets, and complicated parenting plan issues. Lisa and Caitlin did a spectacular job bringing this case to closure even when my Wife dragged her feet. Heck, I even threw my own monkey wrench or two into the mix, and Lisa worked hard to make my changes and choices a successful reality. I am very grateful, and I would highly recommend this law firm to anyone going through a divorce.

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Lisa Ann Ruggieri's Lawyer Endorsements

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John O'Brien

Criminal defense lawyer | May 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Anton Reinert

Family lawyer | Nov 19

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"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."

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Jocelyn Thomsen

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 29

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"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."

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Robert Flynn

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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"

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Amanda Worboys

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"If I was facing the end of my marriage, I'd want Lisa on MY side."

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Jeffrey Gorlick

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Lisa is an outstanding attorney and I highly recommend her services for anyone going through a divorce."

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Leila Wons

Family lawyer | Dec 13

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"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

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

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 Association

President

1999 - Present

Massachusetts Bar Association

1999 - Present

South Middlesex Bar Association

Board 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

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Education

1999

Massachusetts School of Law at Andover

JD - Juris Doctor

1996

State University of New York at Buffalo

Bachelor of Science

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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