LaPre, Jack
John-Paul LaPre
77 Turnpike Road
Suite 100
Southborough, MA 01772
Phone: 866-530-7146 / 508-281-1192
Fax: (508) 481-3112
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Other websites associated with this firm:www.laprelaw.netSummary
Current Employment Position(s)
Solo Practitioner
Lawyer Overview
Jack LaPre founded our Southborough, Massachusetts law office to protect the rights of individuals and families facing a wide range of legal issues. Our firm is focused on the individual needs of every client. We understand the difficulty of facing a divorce, personal bankruptcy or the devastation you may feel if you have suffered a personal injury. We work quickly to understand your needs and will take immediate action to ensure that your rights are secure and that you obtain the best possible outcome in your case.
Jack has practiced law as a litigator for over 27 years. He has successfully protected the rights of many clients during that time. Since 1980, Jack took cases in criminal defense, family law, and civil litigation. The Bar Advocate Program brought hundreds of criminal defense cases. Jack took many of these cases (including capital punishment cases) to trial at the district court and superior court levels. In over 18 years of practice, Jack has learned how to deal with judges, witnesses, and juries, and puts his experience to use in his bankruptcy and family law practice.
Areas of Practice
- Bankruptcy Law 72%
- Divorce and Family Law 15%
- Landlord and Tenant 5%
- Legal Malpractice 8%
- Adoption
- Business & Commercial Law
- Business Organizations
- Custody & Visitation
- Debtor/Creditor
- Divorce
- Family Law
- Legal Malpractice
Representative Cases
West Practice Categories
Bankruptcy Law, Commercial Bankruptcy, Consumer Bankruptcy, Creditors' Rights, Debt Discharge, Foreclosures, Garnishment, Debtor/Creditor, Family Law, Adoption, Alimony & Spousal Support, Child Support, Custody & Visitation, Divorce, Domestic Violence & Neglect, Paternity, Prenuptial Agreements, Bankruptcy Litigation, State Appellate Practice, State Trial Practice, Legal Malpractice
Qualifications
Bar Admissions
- Massachusetts, 1980
- U.S. District Court District of Massachusetts, 1980
- U.S. Court of Appeals 1st Circuit, 1987
Professional Associations and Memberships
- MBA, Family Law Division, 1989 - 2008 (Committee Member)
- Hopkinton Special Ed. Advisory Council, 1997 - 1999 (Pres.)
Honors and Awards
- Golden Gavel Award, 2007
Classes and Seminars
- Divorce Law Basics, South Middlesex Legal Services, 2006
- Divorce Law Basics, South Middlesex Legal Services, 2004
Pro Bono Activities
- South Middlesex Legal Services, Divorce & Bankruptcy representation for indigent clients, 1987 - Present
Past Employment Positions
- Springfield Institution for Savings, Mortgage Service, 1973 - 1975
- Friendly Ice Cream Corp., Shift Supervisor/Assistant Mgr., 1967 - 1973
Education
- Western New England College School of Law, Springfield, Massachusetts,
1977
J.D. - Western New England College, Springfield, Massachusetts,
1973
B.A.
Honors: Dean's list
Major: English
Fees
Offers Free Initial Consultation
Office Information
Address
77 Turnpike Road
Suite 100
Southborough, MA 01772
Phones
866-530-7146
508-281-1192
Faxes
(508) 481-3112
Emails
Websites
Feedback
I would strongly recommend Attorney Jack LaPre to anyone. Jack represented me an a 2009 case. His friendly and easy-going demeanor made it a completely stress free process. More importantly, his expertise in case law was responsible for a very favorable outcome in my case. I could not have been more pleased with the entire experience, and I can not imagine using any other attorney in future legal matters.
I highly recommend Attorney Jack LaPre. He provided me with wonderful service. He is intelligent and dedicated to working closely with his clients. I am very satisfied at the service he provided me with and would put my full trust in Attorney LaPre If I ever need the service of a lawyer again. He is commited and hardworking as well as sensitive to your personal needs. Attorney LePre is most definitely an excellent lawyer.
I would highly recommend Attorney LaPre. He is very knowledgable, professional, and caring about his clients and their issues. He is effiecient and accurate and always looking ahead to insure his clients best interest is a priority.
Attorney LaPre was a lifesaver for my family. He helped us through some trying times and his legal expertise helped my family turn our lives around. We will always be grateful for his help. He returned phone calls promptly and never left you unable to get in touch, no matter how busy he was.
My wife and I would recommend Jack to anyone who has been unfortunate to face the realities of bankruptcy. With the current economic conditions, I lost my business and it affected my personal finances. I filed both corporate and personal bankruptcy using the Law Office of John-Paul LaPre. Jack is a true professional. He worked with us with compassion and no judgement. His advice was invaluable. His extensive knowledge of the law was priceless . . . but he was able to explain everything in layman terms. We were comforted knowing that Jack was taking care of us. We highly recommend Jack LePre.
An awesome lawyer. He is very responsive, caring and honest. He has answered every email and phone call and gone out of his way to help me through a very difficult legal process. I would suggest his services to anyone.
Yes, Yes, I recommend Jack LaPre as my barrister of choice. He is most informed and capable in any circumstance. One of his best characteristics, from a client point of view, is his AVAILABILITY and willingness to answer ALL your questions. One never proceeds with Attorney LaPre without knowing the whole story and all the options. Attorney LaPre is always looking out for your interests, employing his entire arsenal of legal choices available in each case. He is a joy to work with and a breath of fresh honest air in a profession that is sometimes maligned as a "back, smoke-filled room of manipulation". And in today's strained and uncertain economy, John-Paul LaPre is worth every penny paid and does not over charge for his good service. Yes, I do recommend this Attorney.
