Sheryl Dennis
Wellesley, MA
Licensed for 31 years
Law Degree
Awards
Primary Practice Area
Estate Planning
Language
English
About
Attorney Sheryl Dennis has been practicing family law for more than 24 years. Over this time, she has helped scores of family members resolve complex legal issues with a high level of skill, professionalism and compassion. One of the founding partners of Fields and Dennis LLP, Sheryl Dennis is one of the most sought-after Massachusetts estate planning lawyers, and a leader in family law and special needs planning. She has an expertise in working with closely held family businesses and helping to set up business succession plans and estate plans. She is a member of WealthCounsel, ElderCounsel and the Academy of Special Needs Planners. Ms. Dennis also brings significant litigation experience to the practice. Whether it is conducting a cross-examination, giving a closing statement, or arguing motions, Ms. Dennis feels at home in the courtroom. Her expertise has been in demand at speaking events, in the media and in education: she was a featured speaker at the annual 2007 Fall Conference of the Massachusetts Council for Family Mediation on the subject of prenuptial agreements along with partner Jonathan Fields. She was also invited to contribute a lecture on discovery issues for a prestigious legal education series. Ms. Dennis has appeared on Boston’s highest rated radio morning show, “Matty in the Morning,” on KISS-108 FM, to discuss prenuptial agreements. In recent years, she was admitted to the United States Court of Appeals for Veteran’s Claims.In 2015 she was quoted in the March 12th issue of Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly. Attorney Dennis was consulted on digital legacy planning relating to a new Facebook feature that allows individuals to choose a “legacy contact” to manage their account in the event of their death. She blogs frequently and contributes to social media.
Practices Areas
Estate Planning
Family
Language
English
Contact
Fields and Dennis, LLP80 William Street.Suite 210Wellesley, MA, 02481-410580 William Street.Suite 210Suite 210Wellesley, MA, 02481-4105
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Not only do I consider Sheryl to be my divorce attorney, she is my everything attorney! Sheryl's knowledge of family law is outstanding. Due to Sheryl's superior negotiating skills, we were able to walk into court with an agreement in hand. The people Sheryl has working with her are top of the line and my questions or concerns were always answered promptly either by Sheryl, if it were something serious, or her Paralegal if it were something I was working with her on. Anytime a family member or friend mentions they are looking for an attorney, there is only one name that comes to mind...... Sheryl Dennis!!
Not only do I consider Sheryl to be my divorce attorney, she is my everything attorney! Sheryl's knowledge of family law is outstanding. Due to Sheryl's superior negotiating skills, we were able to walk into court with an agreement in hand. The people Sheryl has working with her are top of the line and my questions or concerns were always answered promptly either by Sheryl, if it were something serious, or her Paralegal if it were something I was working with her on. Anytime a family member or friend mentions they are looking for an attorney, there is only one name that comes to mind...... Sheryl Dennis!!
Not only do I consider Sheryl to be my divorce attorney, she is my everything attorney! Sheryl's knowledge of family law is outstanding. Due to Sheryl's superior negotiating skills, we were able to walk into court with an agreement in hand. The people Sheryl has working with her are top of the line and my questions or concerns were always answered promptly either by Sheryl, if it were something serious, or her Paralegal if it were something I was working with her on. Anytime a family member or friend mentions they are looking for an attorney, there is only one name that comes to mind...... Sheryl Dennis!!