Stacie Sawchak Aarestad, Business Attorney in Boston, Massachusetts
Over 29 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Formation, and General
PartneratLocke Lord LLP
Boston, MA
Practicing business in Boston since 1997.
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Stacie Sawchak Aarestad is a partner based in Boston, MA. The practice focuses on Business, Formation, and General. Stacie has over 29 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Locke Lord LLP.
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- Boston, MA
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- over 29 years
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- Business · Formation · General
- Handles Business, Formation, and General matters from Boston, MA.
- Over 29 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Stacie Sawchak Aarestad: Stacie Sawchak Aarestad is a partner based in Boston, MA. The practice focuses on Business, Formation, and General. Stacie has over 29 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Locke Lord LLP.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Stacie Sawchak Aarestad
Stacie concentrates on business, formation, general, health care, and m&a. Each area below outlines the kind of case Stacie handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Business cases in Boston, Massachusetts
Stacie takes business 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 Stacie agrees to represent you.
Formation cases in Boston, Massachusetts
Stacie takes formation 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 Stacie agrees to represent you.
General cases in Boston, Massachusetts
Stacie 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 Stacie agrees to represent you.
Health Care cases in Boston, Massachusetts
Stacie takes health care 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 Stacie agrees to represent you.
M&A cases in Boston, Massachusetts
Stacie takes m&a 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 Stacie agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Stacie Sawchak Aarestad — Over 29 years of Massachusetts business experience
Stacie Sawchak Aarestad is a partner based in Boston, MA. The practice focuses on Business, Formation, and General. Stacie has over 29 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Locke Lord LLP.
Stacie Sawchak Aarestad is a lawyer practicing business law, mergers & acquisitions, securities offerings and public company counseling and 5 other areas of law. Stacie received a A.B. degree from Colgate University in 1991, and has been licensed for 29 years. Stacie practices at Locke Lord LLP in Boston, MA.
Working with Stacie on a business matter
Stacie Sawchak Aarestad is a lawyer practicing business law, mergers & acquisitions, securities offerings and public company counseling and 5 other areas of law. Stacie received a A.B. degree from Colgate University in 1991, and has been licensed for 29 years. Stacie practices at Locke Lord LLP in Boston, MA.
Who Stacie represents
Stacie reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, formation, and general matters in Boston and the surrounding Massachusetts area.
Credentials
Stacie Sawchak Aarestad's legal education and bar admissions
Boston University School of Law
J.D. · 1997
Colgate University
A.B. · 1991
Jurisdictions
Stacie's state bar admissions
Massachusetts
1997 · ACTIVE
Stacie studied at J.D. in Boston University School of Law and A.B. in Colgate University.
Law school and academic background
Stacie completed J.D. in Boston University School of Law and A.B. in Colgate University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Stacie runs in Massachusetts is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Stacie's professional memberships and bar associations
Memberships American Bar Association Massachusetts Bar Association Boston Bar Association
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Locations
Stacie Sawchak Aarestad's office in Boston
Stacie's primary office is at 111 Huntington Avenue, Boston, MA, 02199-7613. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Stacie Sawchak Aarestad — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Stacie usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Stacie charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Stacie'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; Stacie will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Boston, Massachusetts
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business 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 Stacie
Stacie discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business 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. Stacie confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Stacie's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Stacie Sawchak Aarestad
How much does it cost to hire Stacie for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Stacie walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Stacie offer a free consultation?
Stacie charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Stacie's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Stacie's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in Massachusetts typically take?
Simple business 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. Stacie gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Stacie take my case if I'm outside Boston?
Stacie 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 — Stacie 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 Stacie?
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. Stacie will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Stacie accepting new business clients right now?
Stacie's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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