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As a litigator, I have extensive trial experience in the Courts of the Commonwealth, as well as the U.S. Bankruptcy Court. My prior defense work has set the foundation to provide solid internal investigative work to our clients to ensure that their policies and procedures are adhered to. I strive to provide sound legal advice and creative solutions to protect and advance my client’s legal interests.
Education
Western New England College School of Law, Springfield, MA (Juris Doctorate)
Western New England College, Springfield, MA (Bachelor of Science)
Bar Admissions
Commonwealth of Massachusetts
United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts
United States District Court for the District of Connecticut
Professional Organizations
Hampden County Bar Association, Board Member (2011-2023), Past President (2014-2015), Treasurer (2010-2013)
Hampden County Bar Association, Bankruptcy Section Chair (2012-2013)
Massachusetts Bar Association, Member (2004-2023), Solo/Small Firm Council Member (2015-2016)
IWIRC, Treasurer (2020-2023), At-Large Board Member (2017-2021), Member (2011-2023)
Women’s Bar Association, Member (2004-2023)
Massachusetts Bar Association Committee on Civility and Professionalism (2015-2020)
American Bar association, GP/Solo Section Vice Chair (2007-2009)
Professional Activities and Accomplishments
Supreme Judicial Court’s Standing Committee on Lawyer Well-Being, Appointed (2019-2023)
Western Massachusetts Bankruptcy Conference, Co-Chair (2016-2023)
U.S. Bankruptcy Court – District of Massachusetts Local Rules Committee (2019-2023)
U.S. Bankruptcy Court – District of Massachusetts Pro Bono Legal Advisory Committee (2016-2023)
Massachusetts Super Lawyers (2022)
Bankruptcy Merit Selection Panel, Appointed Member (2016)
Boston Magazine’s Top Attorney’s Rising Stars in Massachusetts (2015-2016)
UCONN Law Moot Court Judge (2013)
Massachusetts Super Lawyers, Rising Star Distinction (2008, 2014-2016)
Elms College, Adjunct Professor (2011)
American Inns of Court, Member (2008-2009)
Presentations
MCLE – Bankruptcy Basics, Panelist (2016-2022)
MBA Practicing with Professionalism: Ethics, Courtroom Decorum & Professionalism (2014-2022)
Western Massachusetts Bankruptcy Conference, Bracing for the Impact of the Pandemic: The CARES Act, Panelist (2020)
Western Massachusetts Bankruptcy Conference, Legalized Gambling and Bankruptcy Discharge Issues, Panelist (2017)
Western Massachusetts Bankruptcy Conference, Case Law Update, Panelist (2014)
HCBA Program – Nuts and Bolts of Consumer Bankruptcy, Panelist (2012)
HCBA Program – Experts: Finding, Using, Cross Examining and Paying, Panelist (2010)
HCBA Program – Effective Use of Motions in Limine & Pretrial Conference Time, Panelist (2009)
Legal Strategies for a Challenging Market Place, Panelist (2008)
Community Involvement
Race Judicata – A Run for the Bar, Race Director and Founder (2013-2023)
Hampden County Bar Foundation, Treasurer (2020-2023), Board Member (2018-2023)
Boy Scouts of America, Assistant Cub Master, Outings Chair, Committee Member (2018-2021)
Community Legal Aid Access to Justice Campaign, Committee Member (2017-2019)
St. Mary’s Church, Faith Formation Instructor (2016-2019)
Western New England University Alumni Association, Board Member (2008-2011)
Hampden County Bar Association’s Foreclosure Task Force, Member (2008-2010)
