Jennifer LaRese

Jennifer LaRese

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 19 years

Foreclosure Lawyer at Southbury, CT
Practice Areas: Foreclosure, Bankruptcy & Debt, Real Estate, Litigation

33 Bullet Hill Rd, Suite 301, Southbury, CT

About Jennifer

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Foreclosure 40%

Save your home thru a modification; or negotiate a favorable move out date.

40%
Bankruptcy and Debt 30%

Chapter 7; Chapter 13; keep your home and cars!

30%
Real Estate 25%

Real estate closings, including short sales.

25%
Litigation 5%

Mortgage Servicing and related abuses

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

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Licenses

Licensed in Connecticut for 19 years

State: Connecticut

Acquired: 2006

Active

No misconduct found

Location

LaRese Law

33 Bullet Hill Rd, Suite 301, Southbury, CT, 06488

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Jennifer LaRese's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

35 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by Rob | June 19, 2017 | Contracts & Agreements

Highly qualified plus responsive

Over the years and due to different causes I screened and then worked with more than few attorneys. Had the opportunity to ask (leaving a message) with attorney LaRese about my car sale contract. She returned my call and gave me clear, qualified, yet "I care" call back info. Subsequently, I found ou...t online about her debt relief specialization and I knew that she will be the best, on top f that community based specialist to provide assuring, very knowledgeable and effective professional guidance and service to my relative who really needs to seek relief with unsecured credit debt.

Posted by Sal | October 26, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Foreclosure

Foreclosure Prevention

Our mortgage company had begun foreclosure proceedings back in 2015. At the time I wasn't sure if I would be able to hold on to my home or not. I knew I needed an attorney to help me thru whatever was to come. Searching online I came across Jennifer LaRese. I was impressed with her credentials ...and immediately set up a consultation. I can honestly say that I knew I was going to retain her services before the consultation was done! She walked me thru all the steps of foreclosure and foreclosure mediation and gave clear and precise answers. She was always available and answered every question and addressed every concern I had. In the end, I was able to keep my home. There is no way in the world that this could have happened if it weren't for Jennifer. Her knowledge and talent shined all the way thru. In addition, she is genuinely a very nice person. Jennifer, you're the best!

Posted by anonymous | April 04, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

First Rate Attorney

I phoned Jennifer LaRese when my financial state had reached its nadir, and I was naïve about my options. Attorney LaRese is knowledgeable, kind, compassionate, and incisive. I felt confident and assured in Jennifer LaRese's advice and guidance. I never had to second guess anything and I felt I co...uld trust her implicitly. She responded quickly either by phone or via email to any query I had. And I never had the notion that my case was less important than any other, or that she was too busy to address my concerns. I got lucky by finding Attorney LaRese. I submit the highest recommendation.

Posted by anonymous | August 25, 2015 | Hired Attorney

Extremely Satisfied

Honestly, Jennifer was the best lawyer I have ever had the pleasure of working with and hiring. Professional and always explained every aspect of the law that pertained to my case. I would and have highly recommended her to family and friends. She made my case much easier to understand and I felt ...very much at ease. Kudos Jennifer !!!

Posted by James | May 18, 2015 | Bankruptcy & Debt

OUTSTANDING IN EVERY WAY

After paying our bills for over 50 years we had no option but to declare bankruptcy, my husband's pension had not kept up with the cost of living and left no room for medical bills. This being said we interviewed two other attorney's who came well recommended, they were excellent but totally lacked ...compassion. Jennifer had the unique combination of not only being compassionate, but was personable and very understanding along with being totally professional and on top of all legal aspects of our case. If we had questions or concerns and emailed her we would get an almost instantaneous response and she was also available in person if we needed to talk. It is hard to write this review as it really doesn't get across just how terrific and positive Jennifer is as a person and as a lawyer, we were so fortunate to have found her.

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Jennifer LaRese's Lawyer Endorsements

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Amy Smith

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jul 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Jennifer is very knowledgeable and is a trusted and respected attorney in the area. She has helped me several times when I have had bankruptcy issues in my matters, and I also refer clients to her with confidence."

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Lisa Wnuck

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jul 09

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Jennifer is excellent at debt work out. When my estates have creditor issues or a client needs a short sale, I refer them to Jennifer and they are always very pleased with the outcome."

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Sarah Poriss

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Apr 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jennifer is fantastic and does a great job taking care of her clients. She understands the emotional issues involved in reaching out to an attorney for help with too much debt and makes sure to treat her clients with dignity while making sure they understand all their best options."

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Andrea Geyer

Unknown lawyer | Mar 27

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Jennifer is an extremely talented and empathetic attorney who always advocates diligently for her clients. She works hard to deliver the results her clients need during challenging times. She is truly an exceptional attorney."

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Karen Fisher

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | May 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney LaRese is an extremely knowledgeable and professional attorney. I have referred many of my clients who are struggling with debts/foreclosure to her office and she always makes them feel comfortable and gets them the results they need. I recommend Attorney LaRese she is excellent at what she does and will get the job done!"

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Patrice Hamilton

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Sep 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Professional, knowledgable and experienced in bankruptcy, student loans, foreclosure and debt relief."

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Tom Groth

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | May 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I'm very impressed with Attny LaRese's knowledge and approachability. Great Attorney."

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Timothy Pletter

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer | Feb 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I recommend Attorney LaRese. I have referred bankruptcy matters to her and she has done a great job. I endorse her. She is an excellent attorney."

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Andrea Geyer

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Sarah Poriss

Consumer protection lawyer

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Theresa Degray

Family lawyer

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Karen Fisher

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Mary Brigham

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Patrice Hamilton

Family lawyer

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Tom Groth

Tax lawyer

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Peter Lawrence

Chapter 13 bankruptcy lawyer

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Timothy Pletter

Chapter 13 bankruptcy lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Client Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2016

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

Client's Choice, Avvo

2015

Client's Choice, Avvo

2015

AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2011 - Present

Owner, Law Offices of Jennifer LaRese, LLC

2016 - 2016

Volunteer Attorney, Foreclosure Clinic - Waterbury Court

2016 - 2016

Planning Committee for 2016 Fall Workshop, National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys

Associations

2018 - Present

National Association of Consumer Advocates

Member

2016 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2012 - Present

American Bankruptcy Institute

Member

2010 - Present

National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys

Member

2009 - Present

District of Connecticut

Attorney

2006 - Present

Connecticut Bar Association, Litigation Section

Member

Columbus Bar Association, Bankruptcy Committee

Member

Columbus Bar Association

Member

Education

2005

Western New England College School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2002

University of Connecticut

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2017

Business Law

Guest Lecturer

2014

National Transactional Law Meet

Business Law

2013

National Transactional Law Meet

Business Law

Languages

English

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