Experienced Guidance
When Life Gets Legal SM
Julie A. Dialessi-Lafley
- Shareholder
"There are many practitioners in the legal industry, and I know as a member of the legal profession, the best way in which I can differentiate myself from my peers is through the high quality of my representation and the level of service which I offer to my clients. My philosophy is that I am here for my clients and it should not be the other way around. I strive to service my clients in the most professional and efficient manner from both a time and cost perspective, while ultimately achieving the desired end result. A successful attorney/client relationship is one of trust, hard work, communication, service and accomplishment. By establishing long term relationships with my clients, I am able to give back to each individual."
Locations
Education
- Western New England College School of Law, Springfield, Massachusetts
- J.D. - 1996
- Bryant College
- B.S.B.A. - 1993
Bar Admissions
- Massachusetts
- Connecticut
- U.S. District Court District of Massachusetts
Classes & Seminars
- Seminar, Legal Issues for Small Business Workshop, 2014
- Seminar, The Probate Process From Start to Finish, 2013
- Seminar, Now is the time to invest in rental property , 2013
- Seminar, Getting Your Financial House in Order, 2012
- Seminar, An Evening of Information About Estate Planning, 2012
- Seminar, Financial Planning for Families of Special Needs Children, 2012
- Seminar, How to develop a successful retirement plan , 2011
- Seminar, Simple estate planning techniques - "Estate Planning: What You Need to Know" , 2010
- Seminar, Special Needs Planning, 2010
- Seminar, Special Needs Workshop:Financial and Legal Considerations for Families with Special Needs Dependents, 2010
- Seminar, Special Needs Trusts, 2010
- Seminar, Estate Planning, 2009
- Seminar, Medicaid Law, 2009
- Seminar, Common Debt and Credit Issues / Debt in a Down Economy, 2009
- Contributor, Family Law Bits, Healthcare Ledger, 2008
- Lecturer, Successfully Starting a Small Business, MCLE, 2007
- Adjunct Professor, Bay Path College, Legal Studies Division, 2004
- Adjunct Professor: College of Our Lady of the Elms, Litigation Principles; 2000-Present
- Lecturer, Massachusetts Association of Public Accountants, Institute of Managerial Accountants, 2000-Present
- Lecturer, Massachusetts Continuing Legal Education Foundation - Organization of a Small Business, 2001-Present, Category D - Guardian Ad Litum Training, 2004
- Lecturer, Holyoke Community College; First Time Buyer Continuing Education Series
- Lecturer, Estate Planning, Hampden County Sheriff's Department and Correctional Center, May and October 2002, September 2003
- “Smart Women Finish Rich” Seminar, September 2002-Present
- Lecturer, The Dollars and Cents of Divorce, Continuing Professional Education (CPE) Forum, May 2016
- Lecturer, The Dollars and Cents of Divorce, Continuing Professional Education (CPE) Forum, April 2015
Professional Associations
- Certified Mediator, Dispute Resolution Services, Inc.
- Trustee, Top Floor Learning Center, 2007-Present
- Co-President, Italian Cultural Center, 2007-Present
- Member, Advisory Group, Lighthouse, 2007-Present
Honors
- Recipient, SuperLawyers Massachusetts and New England Rising Star Award, Boston Magazine, 2005-2007
- Recipient, Top 10 Lawyers Under 40 Distinction, Business West, August 2002
- Member, Phi Alpha Delta
Published Works
- “Mediation: The Art of Compromise,” BusinessWest, October 2019
- Lecturer, The Dollars and Cents of Divorce, Continuing Professional Education (CPE) Forum, May 2016
- Quoted in: “Why Divorce Mediation is An Appealing Alternative to A Court Fight,” BusinessWest, October 2015
- Lecturer, The Dollars and Cents of Divorce, Continuing Professional Education (CPE) Forum, April 2015
- Do You Need a Trust? - Perhaps to Your Surprise, the Answer Is Probably ‘Yes,’ Healthcare News, December 1, 2010
- Long-term Care Insurance - How to Protect Your Nest Egg and Provide for Your Care, Healthcare News, April 1, 2010
- Estate Planning for Women, Healthcare Ledger, November 1, 2009
Past Positions
- Bay Path College, Legal Studies Division, Adjunct Professor, 2004
Fraternities or Sororities
- Phi Alpha Delta