JOHNSON & BORENSTEIN - Key Persons
Ellen, a Lawrence, MA native, joined the firm in 2012 after 28 years working as a Paralegal at the Hamilton Law Offices in Salem, NH. Ellen has a multitude of skills, from legal work to baking and all forms of crafts, and in 2010 was honored as Irish woman of the year. She is a member of the Mustang Car Club of New England and the Mustang Club of America. She is enjoying her new role as Nana to her grandson, Ronan.
Education/Special Degrees:
University of Massachusetts, Lowell, MA, B.S., Administration of Law & Justice, 1981
Certificate from American Institute for Paralegal Studies
Job Titles:
- Accounts & Billing Manager - Office Administrator
Julie, a Wakefield, MA native, joined the firm in 2022 taking on the role of Accounts & Billing Manager/Office Administrator. With more than 15 years of experience in bookkeeping, she has accumulated extensive experience having contributed her skills to various law firms across the Northshore. Prior to bookkeeping, she worked as a legal assistant supporting attorneys in the practice areas of litigation, personal injury, and family law. Julie is responsible for the management of the firm's billing, accounts receivable and payable, employee benefits, and human resources record keeping. In her free time, Julie enjoys spending time with family and friends, attending fitness classes, and playing pickleball.
Education:
Salem State University, BS in Business Administration
North Shore Community College, Certificate of Paralegal studies
Job Titles:
- Civil Litigation Paralegal
- Senior Litigation Paralegal, CLA
Karen, an experienced civil litigation paralegal with over 30+ years of experience, joined the firm in 1997. She works alongside the firm's litigators as an invaluable resource during all phases of the litigation process, from the initiation of a case to discovery, through trial and post-trial findings and appeals while utilizing her attention to detail. She is our go-to person who keeps the office running smoothly with her sparkling personality, ready smile, and a full bowl of candy in her office. She is also a proud die-hard New England sports fan! Karen remains actively involved with several non-profit organizations and has held volunteer positions as President, Vice-President, Volunteer Coordinator, as well as several operational and supportive roles. She is currently co-Vice President for the North Andover Music Association. She lives north of Boston with her family and grand dog Benjamin, and she enjoys crafting, crocheting, going to the beach and most recently, becoming an active gym goer!
In addition, Karen serves the firm in the following capacities:
Telephone and Reception Manager
Outside IT Support Coordinator
Plant & Equipment Manager
Functions Manager
Files Manager
Time and Billing Support
Education
Northern Essex Community College, Haverhill, MA, Criminal Justice/Psychology, 1988
National Association of Legal Assistants, CLA Certification, 2004
Lianne, a long time North Andover resident, was with the firm from 1997 to 2006, and returned to us in 2011. Lianne has been working as a paralegal since 1982. Lianne is an indispensable member of our residential real estate practice and specializes in residential sales for some of our long-standing developer clients. When not at work she enjoys spending time with her family and grandchildren and watching her 15-year-old daughter play Volleyball.
Education/Special Degrees:
University of Lowell, Lowell, MA, B.S. Criminal Justice/Sociology, 1980
Community Involvement: Member of the Scholarship Committee at Family Cooperative Preschool in North Andover.
Susan, a Lynn, MA native, joined the firm in 2020 bringing 20+ years managing executive assistant positions in legal, medical, and international travel. Susan traveled most of Europe and seized the opportunity to work overseas at Siemens Medical headquarters in Sweden and Germany in public relations and learned how to converse with different cultures and challenging work settings. She enjoys learning something new every day and is an avid reader in various topics. Susan spends her time off staying fit and healthy, including walking her King Charles Cavalier with her daughter and spending time at the ocean.
Education:
Marian Court College, Associates in Computer Applications 2000.
Job Titles:
- Boy Scouts of America past Council President