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Mariam Lavoie

Warwick, RI

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Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

Personal Injury

Language

Spanish English

About

“I became an attorney to level the playing field.”Attorney Mariam Alexanian Lavoie has been a proud member of the Rhode Island Bar Association for almost thirty years.    She was born in Bloomington, Indiana but lived in her native state and Livermore, California for six brief years before moving to Mexico City. Attorney Lavoie spent her formative years in Mexico, graduating from an all-Spanish speaking high school, the Instituto Tecnológico de Monterrey, in 1980. She attended Montana State University (MSU) in Bozeman, Montana, at age sixteen while her father spent his sabbatical year in MSU’s Physics Department.  In 1981, Attorney Lavoie moved to Rhode Island to attend the University of Rhode Island (URI) and graduated with highest distinction in 1985.  She always knew she wanted to be an attorney.    “As far back as I can remember, I have had a strong desire to see that all persons receive equal access to justice and equal treatment under the law.   I relate to regular men and women and passionately believe we all deserve to have the same top notch legal representation as those who can afford the best.”     She graduated from URI knowing law school was next but wanted some real-life experience before entering legal academia.   As soon as she received her bachelor’s degree from URI, she turned to the yellow pages looking for potential employment at a law firm. The “Se Habla Español” piece of a large Lovett, Schefrin, Gallogy & Harnett ad caught her eye.  She made the call, met with the one and only King of workers’ compensation himself, Raul L. Lovett, and got started. This marked the beginning of her experience with workers’ compensation law and the exciting world of medical science in the context of legal actions.  Work in a vibrant legal environment gave Attorney Lavoie the confirmation she needed:  she would enter law school and dedicate her working years to representing the injured and disabled.    While attending law school full time, she remained active in the legal community, representing injured workers before the then Department of Workers’ Compensation and United States residency applicants under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. She graduated cum laude from Suffolk University School of Law in 1990. Since her admission to the Rhode Island Bar Association in 1990, Attorney Lavoie has continued to advocate for the rights and benefits of her injured or disabled clients.  In 2004, she joined Marasco & Nesselbush where she widened her experience in the areas of personal injury law and Social Security disability.  She has represented hundreds of adults and children before Administrative Law Judges in Rhode Island, Massachusetts and Connecticut.  She enjoys giving frequent presentations related to Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits before attorneys, medical providers and medical support groups throughout Rhode Island.    She is an active member of the Rhode Island Bar Association’s Social Security Sub-Committee, the National Organization of Social Security Claimant’s Representatives and the Rhode Island Association for Justice. Attorney Lavoie is admitted to practice law in Massachusetts and the United States District Court for the District of Rhode Island. She lives in West Warwick with her husband Roger, their two adult children, Troy and Elly, and their Bengal cat Mowgli. She enjoys the arts, travel, the great outdoors, nights at The Sandra Feinstein-Gamm Theatre, her Cranston Public Library book club and her church family at the Armenian Evangelical Church in Cranston, Rhode Island.   “My anchors are faith, family, friends and a good fight advocating for my clients. Everyone deserves a fully prepared attorney who can be trusted to battle as long as there is something worth fighting for.” 

Practices Areas

Personal Injury

Language

Spanish English

Contact

Lavoie Law, LLC300 Centerville RoadSummit West -Suite 300Warwick, RI, 02886300 Centerville RoadSummit West -Suite 300Summit West -Suite 300Warwick, RI, 02886

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Reviews

Evelyn
March 16, 2022

Mariam A. Lavoie's was my Lawyer and there are not enough words I can say about her and her staff. They go Above and Beyond on making you feel comfortable and at ease . When it comes down to having to fill out so many papers and having a lot of questions about the process you are facing. They have no problems with answering any and all the questions you have cause they know it is nerve wrecking process to deal with SSI. I Highly Recommend Them they treat you like if you are family. And Mariam makes sure she does everything in her power to win.

Paul
February 25, 2022

Mariam and Ellie are fantastic and great to work with.Helped me with my case and we won the case.

Michelle
February 11, 2022

When everything seems so overwhelming during tough times and serious decision making is a burden; take comfort that you'll be hiring an incredibly sharp, highly experienced, caring and on the ball Lawyer and Team. With a very successful outcome; I'm here to tell you...search no further! I felt that I was taken on as a top priority from day 1 and Mariam never wavered. I felt that I was in safe hands and now, because of her initiative and tenacity, I'm at much more at ease due to the very positive conclusion to my case. Such personal approach is difficult to find these days. Impressive- bravo and of course, thank you Mariam! You and your Team have one relieved and happier client!

Federico
January 22, 2022

I had the privilege of working with attorney Lavoie. She was amazing to work with and made it so simple I had to do almost nothing she did everything for me. Through this process I realized that attorney Lavoie is a well seasoned veteran of the law and left no stone unturned when it came to my disability case. She was very easy to work with to communicate and made me feel comfortable through the whole process. She took her time it was very thorough and got me my disability on the first try. Her down to earth personality made me feel so very comfortable and welcomed. I would highly recommend attorney Lavoie she has the experience and they know how to help you obtain what you need to attain. I would highly recommend her to anyone. Thank you attorney Lavoie for what you have done to help me.

Brenda
August 10, 2021

What can one person say about Ms Miriam and her staff that hadn’t already been said in the other reviews. She goes above and beyond for her clients. Treats you as a person. She and her staff are always available to answer any concerns you may have no matter how big or small they may be. If you’re looking for the one person who you can rely on to fight 110% for your rights…she’s the one!

Kerri
June 11, 2021

Mariam and her team are the most wonderful, professional team of lawyers that I could have ever hoped to have fight for me through my disability case. They are thorough, responsive, supportive yet firm on making sure my voice is heard and issues were made important for judges and doctors who may not understand my situation. Put your trust in this team and they will not let you down. Thank you for all you have done and keep doing the amazing work you all do! Kerri B.

Grace
June 5, 2021

Mariam Lavoie and her staff were the absolute best, taking us through this cumbersome process. Mariam treated us with respect and compassion as we maneuvered through, available at any time to speak to my concerns. I felt the burden was lifted as soon as I had my first conversation with Attorney Lavoie. I cannot recommend her enough. Thank you!

Michael
May 27, 2021

I came to you for help at a very tough time in my life. In the very first moment I meet with you you made me a promise that you would help me with as little stress as possible. It was a hard year for everyone but through it all your wonderful staff reassured me at every turn that they were making strides. In the end you kept your promise and assured me that I would not have to worry about finances in my retirement years. You are the best Attorney Lavoie. God Bless You!

Hal
May 14, 2021

Mariam Lavoie has compassion, understanding, and took time to listen, then request and assemble needed records related to a complex disability application. In addition to thee face to face meetings; it took patience, time and phone calls to Soc Sec to get needed clarifications, and prepare and submit this case for Soc Sec Disability (SSD), and Supplemental Security Income (SSI). I highly recommend her.

Rosanne
February 11, 2021

Mariam and her team did an amazing job handling my case. They were always pleasant, very professional, and very responsive! All of my questions were thoroughly answered with respect, compassion and patience. I would highly recommend Mariam and her team to help others navigate these life changing affairs! Thank you so much!!

Evelyn
March 16, 2022

Mariam A. Lavoie's was my Lawyer and there are not enough words I can say about her and her staff. They go Above and Beyond on making you feel comfortable and at ease . When it comes down to having to fill out so many papers and having a lot of questions about the process you are facing. They have no problems with answering any and all the questions you have cause they know it is nerve wrecking process to deal with SSI. I Highly Recommend Them they treat you like if you are family. And Mariam makes sure she does everything in her power to win.

Paul
February 25, 2022

Mariam and Ellie are fantastic and great to work with.Helped me with my case and we won the case.

Michelle
February 11, 2022

When everything seems so overwhelming during tough times and serious decision making is a burden; take comfort that you'll be hiring an incredibly sharp, highly experienced, caring and on the ball Lawyer and Team. With a very successful outcome; I'm here to tell you...search no further! I felt that I was taken on as a top priority from day 1 and Mariam never wavered. I felt that I was in safe hands and now, because of her initiative and tenacity, I'm at much more at ease due to the very positive conclusion to my case. Such personal approach is difficult to find these days. Impressive- bravo and of course, thank you Mariam! You and your Team have one relieved and happier client!

Federico
January 22, 2022

I had the privilege of working with attorney Lavoie. She was amazing to work with and made it so simple I had to do almost nothing she did everything for me. Through this process I realized that attorney Lavoie is a well seasoned veteran of the law and left no stone unturned when it came to my disability case. She was very easy to work with to communicate and made me feel comfortable through the whole process. She took her time it was very thorough and got me my disability on the first try. Her down to earth personality made me feel so very comfortable and welcomed. I would highly recommend attorney Lavoie she has the experience and they know how to help you obtain what you need to attain. I would highly recommend her to anyone. Thank you attorney Lavoie for what you have done to help me.

Brenda
August 10, 2021

What can one person say about Ms Miriam and her staff that hadn’t already been said in the other reviews. She goes above and beyond for her clients. Treats you as a person. She and her staff are always available to answer any concerns you may have no matter how big or small they may be. If you’re looking for the one person who you can rely on to fight 110% for your rights…she’s the one!

Kerri
June 11, 2021

Mariam and her team are the most wonderful, professional team of lawyers that I could have ever hoped to have fight for me through my disability case. They are thorough, responsive, supportive yet firm on making sure my voice is heard and issues were made important for judges and doctors who may not understand my situation. Put your trust in this team and they will not let you down. Thank you for all you have done and keep doing the amazing work you all do! Kerri B.

Grace
June 5, 2021

Mariam Lavoie and her staff were the absolute best, taking us through this cumbersome process. Mariam treated us with respect and compassion as we maneuvered through, available at any time to speak to my concerns. I felt the burden was lifted as soon as I had my first conversation with Attorney Lavoie. I cannot recommend her enough. Thank you!

Michael
May 27, 2021

I came to you for help at a very tough time in my life. In the very first moment I meet with you you made me a promise that you would help me with as little stress as possible. It was a hard year for everyone but through it all your wonderful staff reassured me at every turn that they were making strides. In the end you kept your promise and assured me that I would not have to worry about finances in my retirement years. You are the best Attorney Lavoie. God Bless You!

Hal
May 14, 2021

Mariam Lavoie has compassion, understanding, and took time to listen, then request and assemble needed records related to a complex disability application. In addition to thee face to face meetings; it took patience, time and phone calls to Soc Sec to get needed clarifications, and prepare and submit this case for Soc Sec Disability (SSD), and Supplemental Security Income (SSI). I highly recommend her.

Rosanne
February 11, 2021

Mariam and her team did an amazing job handling my case. They were always pleasant, very professional, and very responsive! All of my questions were thoroughly answered with respect, compassion and patience. I would highly recommend Mariam and her team to help others navigate these life changing affairs! Thank you so much!!

Evelyn
March 16, 2022

Mariam A. Lavoie's was my Lawyer and there are not enough words I can say about her and her staff. They go Above and Beyond on making you feel comfortable and at ease . When it comes down to having to fill out so many papers and having a lot of questions about the process you are facing. They have no problems with answering any and all the questions you have cause they know it is nerve wrecking process to deal with SSI. I Highly Recommend Them they treat you like if you are family. And Mariam makes sure she does everything in her power to win.

Paul
February 25, 2022

Mariam and Ellie are fantastic and great to work with.Helped me with my case and we won the case.

Michelle
February 11, 2022

When everything seems so overwhelming during tough times and serious decision making is a burden; take comfort that you'll be hiring an incredibly sharp, highly experienced, caring and on the ball Lawyer and Team. With a very successful outcome; I'm here to tell you...search no further! I felt that I was taken on as a top priority from day 1 and Mariam never wavered. I felt that I was in safe hands and now, because of her initiative and tenacity, I'm at much more at ease due to the very positive conclusion to my case. Such personal approach is difficult to find these days. Impressive- bravo and of course, thank you Mariam! You and your Team have one relieved and happier client!

Federico
January 22, 2022

I had the privilege of working with attorney Lavoie. She was amazing to work with and made it so simple I had to do almost nothing she did everything for me. Through this process I realized that attorney Lavoie is a well seasoned veteran of the law and left no stone unturned when it came to my disability case. She was very easy to work with to communicate and made me feel comfortable through the whole process. She took her time it was very thorough and got me my disability on the first try. Her down to earth personality made me feel so very comfortable and welcomed. I would highly recommend attorney Lavoie she has the experience and they know how to help you obtain what you need to attain. I would highly recommend her to anyone. Thank you attorney Lavoie for what you have done to help me.

Brenda
August 10, 2021

What can one person say about Ms Miriam and her staff that hadn’t already been said in the other reviews. She goes above and beyond for her clients. Treats you as a person. She and her staff are always available to answer any concerns you may have no matter how big or small they may be. If you’re looking for the one person who you can rely on to fight 110% for your rights…she’s the one!

Kerri
June 11, 2021

Mariam and her team are the most wonderful, professional team of lawyers that I could have ever hoped to have fight for me through my disability case. They are thorough, responsive, supportive yet firm on making sure my voice is heard and issues were made important for judges and doctors who may not understand my situation. Put your trust in this team and they will not let you down. Thank you for all you have done and keep doing the amazing work you all do! Kerri B.

Grace
June 5, 2021

Mariam Lavoie and her staff were the absolute best, taking us through this cumbersome process. Mariam treated us with respect and compassion as we maneuvered through, available at any time to speak to my concerns. I felt the burden was lifted as soon as I had my first conversation with Attorney Lavoie. I cannot recommend her enough. Thank you!

Michael
May 27, 2021

I came to you for help at a very tough time in my life. In the very first moment I meet with you you made me a promise that you would help me with as little stress as possible. It was a hard year for everyone but through it all your wonderful staff reassured me at every turn that they were making strides. In the end you kept your promise and assured me that I would not have to worry about finances in my retirement years. You are the best Attorney Lavoie. God Bless You!

Hal
May 14, 2021

Mariam Lavoie has compassion, understanding, and took time to listen, then request and assemble needed records related to a complex disability application. In addition to thee face to face meetings; it took patience, time and phone calls to Soc Sec to get needed clarifications, and prepare and submit this case for Soc Sec Disability (SSD), and Supplemental Security Income (SSI). I highly recommend her.

Rosanne
February 11, 2021

Mariam and her team did an amazing job handling my case. They were always pleasant, very professional, and very responsive! All of my questions were thoroughly answered with respect, compassion and patience. I would highly recommend Mariam and her team to help others navigate these life changing affairs! Thank you so much!!