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Donald R. Lassman
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Donald R. Lassman

4.9
61 reviews

Needham, MA, U.S.A.

Bankruptcy, Insolvency and Business Reorganization

About Donald R. Lassman

DONALD R. LASSMAN is a sole practitioner in Needham, Massachusetts concentrating in the areas of bankruptcy, insolvency and business reorganization since 1983. Mr. Lassman is a member of the bar of the Commonwealths of Pennsylvania and Massachusetts, the Boston Bar Association, the National Association of Bankruptcy Trustees and the American Bankruptcy Institute, and has been a member of the panel of Chapter 7 Trustees for the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Massachusetts since 1995. He has earned the "Preeminent" Peer Review Rating by Martindale-Hubbell, the highest rating available. Since 2008, Mr. Lassman has been involved in leading the effort of the Boston Bar Association to provide legal assistance to members of the military and their families, traveling to VFW posts throughout Massachusetts to provide informational seminars about consumer and bankruptcy laws. Mr. Lassman participates in many continuing legal education programs as Chairperson and Panelist and has written extensively on legal issues relating to insolvency and bankruptcy, including most recently co-authoring a monograph entitled "REAFFIRMATION AGREEMENTS" first published by the American Bankruptcy Institute in 2009 with a second edition published in 2010, an article entitled "INDIVIDUAL CHAPTER11's REALLY DO WORK" that appeared in the March 2008 edition of the ABI Journal, and an article entitled "Inherited IRAs: Exemption issues under the Code" that appeared in the May 2011 edition of the ABI Journal and a monograph entitled "MOVING FOR RELIEF FROM THE AUTOMATIC STAY IN BANKRUTPCY" published by Massachusetts Continuing Legal Education, Inc. in 2006.

 

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Donald R. Lassman got this award in 2021

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4.9
Bankruptcy
Posted by anonymous
February 01, 2014
Hired Attorney

Atty. Lassman has expertise in bankruptcy law and is well equipped to assist his clients in a timely manner. He is able to manage complex issues involved in the process of filing for bankruptcy and is able to assist his clients with making critical decisions. He holds himself to the highest standards professionally.

Bankruptcy
Posted by anonymous
October 17, 2011
Hired Attorney

Excellent attorney who is incredibly responsive, thorough and demonstrates great follow through.

Bankruptcy
Posted by anonymous
October 15, 2011
Hired Attorney

Attorney Lassman made the process less stressful since filing was the hardest decision for me to make due to personal circumstances. He is very thorough and efficient. Out of all the attorney's (Divorce (3), Family (2), Appellate (1), I have dealt with, Attorney Lassman made me comfortable with what was to be. He is an ACE in his profession!

 
Bankruptcy
Posted by anonymous
October 06, 2011
Hired Attorney

Donald Lassman is a very competent attorney. He has been very clear and supportive to me throughout this difficult process. I believe he has given me excellent advice. He has been available by e-mail or phone consistently. He checks in with me as needed and always looks out for my best interest.

Bankruptcy
Posted by anonymous
April 30, 2011
Hired Attorney

Don is an expert in the field with a strong ability to communicate and took time to understand me and the issued that I faced

Bankruptcy
Posted by anonymous
August 23, 2018
Hired Attorney

Mr. Glassman was a true professional while simultaneously maintaining a caring and compassionate attitude. I was terrified of the process and also very embarrassed about my financial situation. Don led me patiently through the tedious process and I never once felt judged.

Bankruptcy
Posted by anonymous
March 28, 2013
Hired Attorney

He is very friendly and supportive. Obviously bankruptcy is no fun, but he made us feel like it was going to be doable and that there was a light at the end of the tunnel. Very understanding and we felt like he was really working for us and with our best interests in mind.

Bankruptcy
Posted by anonymous
October 14, 2011
Hired Attorney

Don falls somewhat short around the communications end of things. It's like he knows his stuff cold but I don't run at that speed myself. There's alot of stress & unknowns when you are shutting down a business and it felt like a leap of faith on some of the stuff that was happening. The last interaction was the biggest kicker as he couldn't help with the issue, referred me to 2 other people and charged me $90 for the interaction. I was a very small fish in his pond I assume

 
Bankruptcy
Posted by anonymous
April 19, 2015
Hired Attorney

When my wife and I began our search Mr. Lassman was recommended after I tried several more commercial, advertised firms. Had an attorney not mentioned him I would not have known he existed.{para}He was non-judgmental, professional, and very approachable. He put us at ease and explained the process and his views as they related to our specific circumstances. Nothing strayed from that outline. {para}He remains available and responds directly almost immediately. {para}We absolutely highly recommend him.

 
Debtor and Creditor
Posted by anonymous
October 08, 2014
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Areas of Law

  • Bankruptcy
  • Other 2
    • Insolvency
    • Business Reorganization

Practice Details

  • Payment Information
    Payment & Cost Features
    Fixed hourly rates: $350 - $400/hr
  • Video Calls
    Offers Video Calls
    Video Call Options
    Zoom
  • Firm Information
    Position
    Principal
    Firm Name
    Law Office of Donald R. Lassman
  • Pro Bono Services
    Time Spent on Pro Bono Work: 10%

    Since 2008, Mr. Lassman has been co-leading the effort of the Boston Bar Association to provide legal assistance to members of the military and their families, traveling to VFW posts throughout Massachusetts to provide information seminars about consumer and bankruptcy laws. He has been recognized for these efforts by Thomas Kelley, the Massachusetts Secretary of the Department of Veterans Affairs, and most recently by the Bankrutpcy Section of the Boston Bar Association, when in May 2012 he received the Bankruptcy Section's Special Acheivement Award. Mr. Lassman also frequently assists low income debtors by providing free legal assistance for their bankruptcy cases. In May 2011, he was recognized for his volunteer efforts and was awarded the Simone Lottor Exceptional Service Award by Jewish Family and Children Service for making a vital contribution to the community

  • Additional Links
    http://www.lassmanlaw.com

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    1983, Pennsylvania
    1983, U.S. District Court, Western District of Pennsylvania
    1985, Massachusetts
    1986, U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts and U.S. Tax Court
    1988, U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit
    Memberships
    Boston Bar Association (Member of the Bankruptcy Section and former Chair of the Section) , National Association of Bankruptcy Trustees, American Bankruptcy Institute.
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    University of Pittsburgh
    Class of 1983
    J.D.
    Other Education
    Washington University
    Class of 1980
    B.A.
  • Personal Details & History
    Hobbies & Interests
    Triathalon, fishing, ceramics and skiing

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4.9
61 reviews

P.O. Box 920385Needham, MA 02492U.S.A.

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  • What year was this attorney first admitted to the bar?
    Donald R. Lassman was admitted in 1983 to the State of Pennsylvania.
  • Is this attorney admitted to practice in any U.S. Federal Courts?
    Donald R. Lassman is admitted to practice before the United States Court of Appeals for the First Circuit and United States District Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania.
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    Yes, Donald R. Lassman has a 4.7 Peer Rating from Martindale-Hubbell.
  • How much pro bono work does this attorney do?
    Donald R. Lassman spends 10% of their time working pro bono.
  • What year was this attorney's law firm established?
    Law Office of Donald R. Lassman was established in 1999.

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