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WHO WHE ARE

Garreta Law

Garreta Law LLC stands as a beacon of legal excellence in Massachusetts, born from the visionary aspirations of its founder, Rafaela Garreta. With over eighteen years of dedicated service to individuals and businesses, our mission is to provide comprehensive legal solutions across diverse areas of law, guiding our clients through pivotal moments in their lives. Situated in the historic heart of Medford, a mere 10-minute drive from downtown Boston, our main office offers unparalleled accessibility and comfort to serve our clients with distinction.
Benefiting from a robust global network of esteemed professionals spanning Latin America, Europe, Africa, and the USA, we foster trusting relationships with our clients. As immigrants ourselves, we empathize with the expectations that accompany legal representation, speaking our clients’ native languages and comprehensively understanding their needs. While our primary focus revolves around entrepreneurship and business-related matters, we are equally committed to humanitarian endeavors that contribute positively to society.
Embark on a journey of legal excellence by scheduling a visit to Garreta Law LLC, where excellence, integrity, respect, compassion, and diversity form the cornerstone of our ethos. Here
your story matters, and each case receives personalized attention from a specialized team dedicated to crafting tailored strategies for your success. This is our enduring legacy.

Attorney Rafaela Garreta P. Serrano, Esq.

Rafaela Garreta Prats Serrano hails from Rio de Janeiro, where her deep-rooted passion for law blossomed from an early age. Raised in a Christian family instilled with values of justice and equity, she received a well-rounded education, attending prestigious institutions such as the Military School Vocational Course in Accounting and Administration. With unwavering support from her family, Rafaela embarked on her journey towards legal excellence.
Driven by her determination to make a difference through law, Rafaela commenced her academic pursuits in 2001 at Estácio de Sá Law School in Rio de Janeiro. In 2007, she earned approval from the Brazilian Lawyers Association (OAB), marking the beginning of her illustrious career as a lawyer. Shortly thereafter, Rafaela established her first law office in Rio de Janeiro, where she solidified her reputation as a respected legal practitioner.
Rafaela’s quest for knowledge led her to the United States, where she pursued a Master of Laws (LL.M.) in American and International Law at Northeastern University School of Law. Amidst her academic endeavors, Rafaela’s commitment to philanthropy and humanitarian causes
remained steadfast. She dedicated her time and resources to various volunteer organizations and charitable initiatives, making a positive impact on the community and beyond.

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Inscrita na Ordem dos Advogados do Brasil

Admitida na Suprema Corte de Massachusetts

Admitida no Tribunal Federal Americano do Distrito de Massachusetts

Admitida pelo Escritório Executivo de Revisão de Imigração

Honors received by Dr. Rafaela Garreta

  • Member of the Brazilian Lawyers Association, Rio de Janeiro Section, Brazil (2004-Present);
  • Member of the Women’s Leadership and Development Institute (2009-Present), Massachusetts, USA;
  • Elected youngest vice-president of the board of directors of the Brazilian Worker’s Center, Massachusetts, USA (2009-2011);
  • Elected the first woman and youngest president of the board of directors of the Brazilian Worker Center, Massachusetts, USA (2011-2013);
  • Member of the Massachusetts Coalition for Occupational Safety and Health, Massachusetts, USA (2011-2013);
  • Elected the speaker of the master’s class at Northeastern University School of Law, Massachusetts, USA; (2014);
  • Member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association, USA (2014-Present);
  • Nominated for the award of Student of Excellence at Northeastern University School of Law, Massachusetts, USA (2014);
  • Recognition from the Massachusetts Coalition for Occupational Safety and Health (MassCOSH) for commitment and dedication to the working community (2015);
  • Appointed member of the advisory board of the Community Dispute Settlement Center, CDSC, Massachusetts, USA (2015);
  • Member of the American Honor Society of legal studies Lambda Epsilon Chi, USA (2016-Present);
  • Recognition from the Lambda Epsilon Chi American Legal Studies Honor Society for high academic satisfaction, USA (2016);
  • Member of the American Lawyers Association, USA (2016-Present);
  • Member of the Massachusetts Lawyers Association, Massachusetts, USA (2016-Present);
  • Elected board member of the Community Dispute Settlement Center, CDSC, Massachusetts, USA (2016-2017);
  • Recognition from Cambridge Health Alliance for contributions to Portuguese-speaking communities, Massachusetts, USA (2017);
  • Appointed as a member of the advisory board of the Community Dispute Settlement Center, CDSC, Massachusetts, USA, (2017-Present);
  • Voted the best immigration lawyer in Massachusetts by the readers of Brazilian Magazine, Massachusetts, USA (2019);
  • Member of the Massachusetts Association of Real Estate Lawyers, USA (2020 – Present);
  • Member of the Council of Representatives of Brazilians Abroad for Legal and Consular Affairs, USA (2020-2021)
  • Vice-President of the Council of Brazilian Citizens in Boston, Massachusetts, USA (2020);
  • Elected Superadvocate Rising Star by Thomson Reuters, USA (2021);
  • President of CDLE-USA
  • Chamber of Store Owners and Entrepreneurs, USA (2022 – Present);
  • Recognized by Brazilian Success Award, Massachusetts, USA(2022);
  • Recognized Business WomanBusiness Elite’s 40 under 40, North America (2022);
  • Recognized a 2022 Personality of the Year by Brazilian Times, Massachusetts, USA (2022);
  • Ambassador for Peace in Brazil , Brazil (2022).

Community Service

Rafaela Garreta, Esq. has been bringing her support to the community through Garreta Law, doing volunteer and philanthropic work. Some of the community actions :

  • Volunteer lawyer and co-founder of Chris Foundation, USA;
  • Volunteer lawyer for Casa Worship Church, USA;
  • Volunteer lawyer for the Brazilian Worker Center, Massachusetts, USA;
  • Volunteer lawyer for the New England Community Center, Massachusetts, USA;
  • Volunteer Lawyer, New England Community Center, Massachusetts, USA;
  • Advisor of the Board of Directors, Community Dispute Settlement Center, Massachusetts, USA:
  • Member of the Citizens Council of Boston, Massachusetts, USA (Alternate for the Women’s Empowerment and Domestic Violence portfolio);
  • Advisor Of the Council of Representatives of Brazilians Abroad (Legal and Consular Issues).

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