Sierra J. Smarra brings to the firm extensive experience with drafting legal documents and administering estates and trusts, as well as commercial banking experience with processing high-end financial transactions.
An experienced litigator with a specialty in criminal defense, Ryan P. Donahue represents clients who need help with various matters, including criminal defense, divorce, paternity, and guardianship. Ryan also counsels clients as they navigate civil litigation matters such as personal injury claims, Chapter 93A claims, and restraining orders. In addition, he serves as a special prosecutor for the Worcester District Attorney’s Office on certain cases.
An assiduous reader who values careful attention to language, Joe Cabrera applies his deep research skills and love of words to informed and effective estate planning solutions. He loves diving into texts, reading closely, and finding creative ways to preserve family assets and equitably allocate resources for current and future generations.
As the firm’s Office Manager, Andrea Landry collaborates with the firm’s managing partner on the daily operation of virtually all aspects of the firm. Trained as a paralegal, she oversees the firm’s financial, human resources, marketing and business initiatives, supporting all efforts to deliver the best possible legal service for clients.
With a career spanning 40 years, Attorney Francis J. Russell utilizes his strong background in tax and business law to counsel individuals and businesses across complex financial transactions. Fran’s advice is sought to resolve sophisticated legal problems ranging from complicated divorces to business succession planning.
Stephen M. Roche is a real estate and business attorney handling a wide variety of legal issues for companies and individuals. Stephen’s experience includes matters related to residential and commercial real estate transactions, the effective operation of small businesses, regulation and corporate governance.
Attorney Ann K. Molloy advises individuals, families and fiduciaries on estate planning, asset preservation, and inter-generational wealth transfer. Ann’s practice also includes business succession planning; income, gift, and estate tax planning as well as charitable giving.
Attorney Dale R. Harger represents banks and borrowers in commercial finance transactions; buyers and sellers of commercial real estate; lessors and lessees in commercial lease negotiations; buyers and sellers in the purchase and sale of businesses; and business owners and organizations in general corporate matters.
Attorney Patricia Finnegan Gates is an experienced adviser and formidable client advocate who provides valued legal counsel to clients on diverse real estate matters. Patty counsels individuals and businesses across all aspects of real estate law, zoning and permitting, litigation, foreclosure and commercial transactions.
