Ann Ryan-Small, Energy Attorney in Boston, Massachusetts
Over 43 years of legal practice · focused on Energy, General, and Tax
MemberatFerriter Scobbo & Rodophele PC
Boston, MA
Practicing energy in Boston since 1983.
- 43+
- Years practicing
- 3
- Bar admissions
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Ann Ryan-Small is a member based in Boston, MA. The practice focuses on Energy, General, and Tax. Ann has over 43 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Ferriter Scobbo & Rodophele PC.
- Based in
- Boston, MA
- Experience
- over 43 years
- Known for
- Energy · General · Tax
- Handles Energy, General, and Tax matters from Boston, MA.
- Over 43 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Ann Ryan-Small: Ann Ryan-Small is a member based in Boston, MA. The practice focuses on Energy, General, and Tax. Ann has over 43 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Ferriter Scobbo & Rodophele PC.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Ann Ryan-Small
Ann concentrates on energy, general, and tax. Each area below outlines the kind of case Ann handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Energy cases in Boston, Massachusetts
Ann takes energy matters in Boston, Massachusetts. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Ann agrees to represent you.
General cases in Boston, Massachusetts
Ann takes general matters in Boston, Massachusetts. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Ann agrees to represent you.
Tax cases in Boston, Massachusetts
Ann takes tax matters in Boston, Massachusetts. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Ann agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Ann Ryan-Small — Over 43 years of Massachusetts energy experience
Ann Ryan-Small is a member based in Boston, MA. The practice focuses on Energy, General, and Tax. Ann has over 43 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Ferriter Scobbo & Rodophele PC.
Ann Ryan-Small is a lawyer practicing energy & utilities, tax, construction & development. Ann received a Ed.M. degree from Assumption College in 1978, and has been licensed for 43 years. Ann practices at Ferriter Scobbo & Rodophele PC in Boston, MA.
How Ann handles energy matters
Ann Ryan-Small is a lawyer practicing energy & utilities, tax, construction & development. Ann received a Ed.M. degree from Assumption College in 1978, and has been licensed for 43 years. Ann practices at Ferriter Scobbo & Rodophele PC in Boston, MA.
The kind of cases Ann takes
Ann reviews new inquiries case-by-case for energy, general, and tax matters in Boston and the surrounding Massachusetts area.
Credentials
Ann Ryan-Small's legal education and bar admissions
Boston College Law School
J.D. · 1983
Assumption College
Ed.M. Kalamazoo · 1978
Jurisdictions
Ann's state bar admissions
U.S. Court of Appeal
1986 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1984 · ACTIVE
Massachusetts
1983 · ACTIVE
Ann studied at J.D. in Boston College Law School and Ed.M. Kalamazoo in Assumption College.
Law school and academic background
Ann completed J.D. in Boston College Law School and Ed.M. Kalamazoo in Assumption College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Ann runs in Massachusetts is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Ann Ryan-Small's office in Boston
Ann's primary office is at 125 High Street, Boston, MA, 02110. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Ann Ryan-Small — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new energy attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Ann usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Ann charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Ann's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Ann will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a energy attorney in Boston, Massachusetts
A short list to run through before you commit: How many energy matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Ann
Ann discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in energy practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every energy matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Ann confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Ann's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many energy practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Ann Ryan-Small
How much does it cost to hire Ann for a energy case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Ann walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Ann offer a free consultation?
Ann charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Ann's office. Some energy attorneys offer free consults — check Ann's current terms during booking.
How long do energy cases in Massachusetts typically take?
Simple energy matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Ann gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Ann take my case if I'm outside Boston?
Ann is licensed in Massachusetts. Matters governed by Massachusetts law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Ann will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Ann?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Ann will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Ann accepting new energy clients right now?
Ann's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Energy attorneys serving Boston, Cambridge and Worcester in Massachusetts
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