Dennis Lawyers

I have been in the business of law for over 10 years, admitted to practice law both in the State of Massachusetts and New Hampshire. I established my own firm not only to offer high quality legal services but to offer something we all strive for - Honor. Many people and businesses have lost their way as a result of thinking of the bottom line. This results in a sacrifice of client service and sometimes the truth. I will start with a client and finish with a client. I will go from A to Z with the performance of a...

My practice focuses on personal injury, drafting estate planning documents, residential real estate and media law. I am active in the Massachusetts Bar Association (MBA) and fomer Chair of its Real Estate Section Council. I am admitted to practice in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, the U.S. Supreme Court and the U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts. I am a Massachusetts REALTOR and a former adjunct professor of media law and business law at several Massachusetts universities and colleges. I was graduated, cum laude, from Suffolk University Law School and earned a B.S. degree in journalism from Boston University's...

Over 30 years legal experience serving individuals, families, and businesses through Massachusetts. We are a Full Service Law Firm, which simply means that if for some reason we are not able to assist a client, we will find someone who can. Sometimes a client's problem or needs requires a "specialist", someone who for example only handles patent law or trademark law cases. Most times, with our almost forty years of experience, we are able to provide our clients with all of the services they need. When requested, we will travel to the clients' home or office if it is more convenient. For...

Attorney Joseph Leone graduated Suma Cum Laude from Suffolk University and Cum Laude from Suffolk University Law School. He is licensed to practice law in Massachusetts, New York, and Washington, D.C., as well as the United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts. Website: http://www.LeoneLawOffices.com

As a former professor of social justice and communication, I am passionate about affecting positive changes in the lives of others by helping them find legal solutions to their real-world problems - involving their family, their property, and their estate.

Attorney Peter Ventura was born, grew up, and lives in Worcester, MA. He is a graduate of Holy Name High School, Assumption College, and The New England School of Law in Boston. At Assumption College, Attorney Ventura graduated Magna Cum Laude and majored in Politics and had a minor in English. At The New England School of Law, he was the recipient of the American Jurisprudence Award in Family Law, and his studies concentrated on litigation and trial practice. Former Assistant District Attorney, Worcester County He is a former Assistant District Attorney in Worcester County (1982 to 1985) where he prosecuted felony and...

Over 30 years of experience as a practicing attorney.

We are a small firm in Worcester, MA dedicated to fighting for our clients and bringing close personal attention to their cases and needs. We handle criminal cases, personal injury cases, consumer protection, evictions, and other areas of civil litigation. We also have an active appellate practice, pursuing criminal and civil appeals in Massachusetts and other forms of post-conviction relief. Attorney Gerace spent 17 years teaching before he became a lawyer, which taught him the value of clear, precise speaking and writing.

Darren Griffis focuses his litigation practice on criminal defense and criminal appeals in both state and federal courts throughout Massachusetts. Darren is admitted in Massachusetts state courts, in the federal District of Massachusetts, and in the First Circuit Court of Appeals. Prior to joining his current firm, Darren worked at another firm in Worcester where he focused exclusively on criminal defense and Title IX cases. He also previously worked as an Assistant Public Defender with the Rhode Island Office of the Public Defender. His legal expertise, insight, and analytical skills resulted in victories or reduced sanctions for his clients in...

As a skilled family law practitioner, Mary Beth is passionate about her work and cares deeply about her clients. This reflects in everything she does.
In family law, probate law and bankruptcy, having an attorney who cares enough to work hard and fight for your best interests makes all the difference.

Attorney White spent 14 years working as a prosecutor in three of the busiest district attorney's offices in Massachusetts where he prosecuted over 1000 criminal cases in the District and Superior Courts including first degree murder cases. Attorney White went on to serve as both General Counsel at the Massachusetts Department of Industrial Accidents and the Department of Labor. He then received a presidential appointment to work as Senior Attorney Advisor to the Solicitor at the U.S. Department of Labor in Washington, D.C. In 2009 he returned to Massachusetts where he opened his own firm. The focus of his practice...

Assisting Worcester and the surrounding areas of divorce, real estate, and business litigation, Attorney Larry is especially committed to helping families through a variety of complex family law issues, using intuitive and professional techniques to achieve clients’ goals.

Brian E. Murphy focuses his practice on criminal defense in the district, superior, and federal courts. Mr. Murphy has spent his entire career focused on defending those accused of crime and advocating for them both in Court and in the various administrative proceedings that often accompany prosecutions. Mr. Murphy graduated from the College of the Holy Cross in Worcester and from Columbia Law School where he was a James Kent Scholar and the Editor-in-Chief of the Columbia Human Rights Law Review. Mr. Murphy is a member of the Boston Bar Association, the Massachusetts Bar Association, the Massachusetts Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers,...

Michael Gerstein’s practice encompasses Estate Planning, Business Organizations, Tax Law, Real Estate Conveyancing and Development, Family Law, Divorce Law, Personal Injury, Business and Civil litigation and Mediation and Conciliation Services. With a Master of Laws Degree in Taxation, Mr. Gerstein utilizes his tax expertise to assist individuals and businesses in areas of planning and operations. He has been engaged in business dealings with international companies doing business in the New England area and will set up entities that will best serve his clients’ interests. From an individual basis, Michael Gerstein will meet with a client to determine how a plan...

Jane Ceraso is an environmental attorney with an extensive background in environmental science. Her practice is concentrated in the areas of Safe Drinking Water Act and Clean Water Act compliance, environmental regulatory compliance, ground and surface water withdrawals, wastewater permitting, hazardous waste site cleanup, and land preservation. In addition to her private practice, she is Of Counsel to the Law Office of Susan J. Crane. Ms. Ceraso is a certified mediator, and is certified to provide limited assistance representation in the Massachusetts Land Court. She is a member of the Boston Bar Association, the Massachusetts Bar Association, the Real...

Patrice specializes exclusively in family dispute resolution, including Mediation and Collaborative Law. She is committed to client-centered approaches, based on the preservation and fostering of dignity for all involved. She is a leader in the Massachusetts dispute resolution community, serving as Vice President of Education and Training for the Massachusetts Collaborative Law Council. Patrice presents and organizes advanced trainings and workshops on several practice skills topics, including: Best Practices for Virtual Mediation/Collaborative Process, Effective Notetaking in Collaborative Law Cases, The Role Dignity in Dispute Resolution, and The Reality and Challenges of Addiction in Divorce Cases.

Craig C. Stern is a founding partner of Rodriguez Stern, and focuses on the firm’s civil, corporate, and estate planning practice. He has extensive experience representing individuals and businesses in all matters of litigation, including negligence and workers’ compensation claims, as well as forming corporations and limited liability entities, drafting contracts, and advising on general corporate matters. Attorney Stern is also highly experienced working with financial service professionals, including accountants and financial advisors, and assists their clients by drafting wills, trusts, and handling general estate planning matters. Prior to Rodriguez Stern, Attorney Stern worked as Corporate Counsel in the...

John Fink is Westboro based Attorney focusing his practice on consumer protection legal representation and wage and hour employment law. He has worked on a wide range of employment and consumer cases. John Fink received his Juris Doctorate with Honors from the University of Minnesota in the spring of 2011.

I have been a practicing attorney for over 43 years. I concentrate in all matters relating to real estate, representing buyers, sellers, mortgage lenders, builders and developers. Our firm also handles estate planning, trusts and estate administration and business law.

Attorney Jolee E. Vacchi is a respected, experienced, and compassionate family law practitioner licensed in both Massachusetts and Rhode Island. She is the founding attorney of Foundations Family Law & Mediation Center based out of Worcester, MA. While being an empowering and calming presence for her clients, Jolee also has the uncanny ability to transform into a zealous and compelling legal advocate when the occasion calls for it. Once dubbed “The Weapon” by an opposing party in a divorce case, one of her favorite sayings is: “Underestimate Me– That Will Be Fun.” Jolee emphatically believes that the best outcomes for families...

If you are seeking deed preparation, seller representation, title examinations, or need a law firm to facilitate your closing, please reach out to Sheridan Real Estate Law, PLLC.

Jillian devotes her practice primarily to Family Law and Mediation matters. Whether it be litigating a contested divorce or assisting her clients in facilitating and negotiating a divorce mediation, her extensive knowledge of the law and ability to see both sides enables her to help her clients achieve a fair and reasonable outcome

Sheara Friend’s family law practice is built upon her reputation as a fierce advocate for individuals and families. A seasoned courtroom champion, Sheara has devoted over thirty years to the practice of family law, including all aspects of divorce and separation, complaints for contempt and modification, and appeals. She is well-versed in high net-worth divorces, mediation, and collaborative law. Sheara has experience in all aspects of family law, including parenting plans, contested custody matters, out-of-state removal, estrangement, alienation, children’s rights, parental rights, child support, paternity, alimony/spousal support, domestic violence, restraining orders, neglect and abuse. Her practice also includes...

Cynthia Grover Hastings is a partner at Perocchi Family Law Group LLP, where she provides representation to individuals in Massachusetts for family law matters at both the trial court and appellate court levels. Prior to joining the firm, Ms. Grover Hastings served as a law clerk to the justices of the Massachusetts Probate and Family Court. As a law clerk, she worked on a variety of family law, probate, and equity matters in Essex, Middlesex, Norfolk, Suffolk and Worcester counties.

Civil practice only. By appointment only. Located in East Boston District, Boston, MA 1968-2011

Tianyue Liao graduated with a Juris Doctor from Suffolk University Law School in Boston, Massachusetts, and is admitted to the Massachusetts State Bar. Before attending law school, Tianyue earned a bachelor’s degree in International Relations and French from Mount Holyoke College, graduating with cum laude honors. During her studies at Suffolk University Law School, Tianyue actively participated in the Family Advocacy Clinic and served as a 3:03 Certified Student Attorney, where she passionately represented indigent clients in various Family Law matters, including divorce, custody, and parenting time, with a focus on cases involving domestic violence. In addition to her clinic involvement,...

Carter Law Group founder Kirk Carter is a graduate of Boston College and Suffolk Law School. Upon graduation Kirk joined the esteemed New England law firm Fletcher Tilton, PC. where he practiced business and immigration law until 2024. Kirk was a Director of the firm, established its business immigration practice, served on the management committee of the firm, and served as the firm's President in 2022. While at Fletcher Tilton, Attorney Carter built scalable business immigration solutions for a variety of small to mid-market companies, including a number of companies within the Information Technology and Health Sciences sectors. Carter...

Attorney Kate Lebeaux is the managing attorney at Carter Law Group. After completing her undergraduate studies at Bowdoin College, Kate spent two years teaching English to school children in Madrid, Spain. Upon return to the U.S., Kate began her legal career working as a paralegal at an immigration law firm. She attended Boston University Law School where she volunteered at multiple immigration service organizations and as a law clerk at the Boston Immigration Court. After passing the bar, she joined McHaffey & Nice until 2022 when she joined Fletcher Tilton, P.C. as an Associate Attorney. In 2024 Attorney Lebeaux assisted Attorney...

HOWARD S. GOLDMAN concentrates his practice in business law for closely held companies, real estate, litigation, conveyancing, condominium law, civil litigation, and financing. He is a lecturer for the National Business Institute and the Institute of Real Estate Managers, and is the editor-in-chief of The Community Association Institute and The Professional Planner. Mr. Goldman has been admitted to practice in both Massachusetts and Rhode Island. He is an active member of the Boston, Norfolk, and Massachusetts Bar Associations, the Massachusetts Academy of Trial Attorneys, Real Estate Bar Association, and the Attorneys Committee of the Community Association Institute. He is also...

Experienced attorney advising a federal judge on government and patent appeals, advising corporations and nonprofits. Patent Litigation in Biotechnology. Corporate law experience in 1,000+ attorney global law firms includes multiple cases in SEC & FTC defense for large scale litigation, corporate compliance, foreign exchange, shareholder derivative suits, insurance marketplace; and intellectual property litigation in trademark filing, defense and patent appeals. Patent law specialization is in Biology. International law experience in the Geneva and Vienna Conventions, International Humanitarian Law, the United Nations , Trade Law ( KORUS FTA), Corporate Social Responsibility, Alien Tort Claims, Foreign Sovereign Immunity and the Terrorism...

With an extensive and committed 30-year history of helping individuals defend themselves from all manner of criminal and personal injury matters, Massachusetts attorney Patrick Regan has the ability to successfully help clients navigate difficult circumstances and resolve challenging problems, from industrial accidents to car wrecks, minor misdemeanors to the most serious of felonies in both state and federal court. He is proud to be a trusted counselor and advisor to every client he represents. Patrick is passionate about applying his legal knowledge and skills in developing effective strategies that help people. He prides himself in assisting his criminally accused clients...

Kevin Donius has been representing injured and disabled clients since 1987 and has served as lead trial counsel in cases in the State and Federal District Courts of Massachusetts, Maine, and New Hampshire, in the Federal District Court of Rhode Island and in the U.S. Court of Claims. Within Massachusetts, Attorney Donius has represented clients in the Superior Courts of Suffolk, Norfolk, Essex, Middlesex, Bristol, Barnstable, Dukes, Nantucket, Worcester, Hampden and Hampshire counties. Mr. Donius concentrates in the representation of individuals and families whose lives have been devastated by catastrophic injuries or unexpected deaths. His practice includes matters involving wrongful death,...

Attorney McLeod is a member of the Bankruptcy Section of the Boston Bar Association, the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys the American Bankruptcy Institute, as well as the Real Estate Bar Association for Massachusetts (REBA). In addition to authoring the comprehensive bankruptcy manual "Chapter 13 in 13 Chapters", he has also written articles of interest to the bankruptcy and insolvency community appearing in the ABI Journal. Attorney McLeod was a contributing author to the legal desk reference for physicians, The Biggest Legal Mistakes Physicians Make and How To Avoid Them. He authored two chapters: “The 10 Biggest Mistakes...

Dr. Morency has over 25 years of legal practice with general corporate law firms, primarily in the life science industry. He holds a B.Sc. in Life Sciences, a Ph.D. in Medical Science – Neuroscience, and a J.D. in Common Law, providing him with a very strong educational background to represent life science companies. He has represented every segment of the life science industry, from early-stage companies to large multinational biopharmaceutical companies, as well as universities, and non-profit research organizations. Dr. Morency advises clients on the creation and development of cost-effective, strategic intellectual property (IP) portfolios. He also provides counseling to...