Director of Legal & Office Support
Debra S. Villani
Debra Villani manages the legal administrative assistants, records management, library resources, and office services, ensuring seamless support for attorneys and staff.
As the Director of Legal and Office Support, Debra Villani plays a vital role in ensuring the efficient operation of the firm’s legal and administrative functions. She oversees legal administrative assistants, records management, library resources, and office services, ensuring seamless support for attorneys and staff. By managing workflow processes and fostering a collaborative environment, Debra enhances operational efficiency and upholds the firm’s commitment to exceptional client service.
Debra also oversees records and information governance at our affiliate, Hemenway Trust Company.
“Having worked at Hemenway & Barnes for over 40 years, I have in depth knowledge of the firm’s technology, processes, people and clients. I am constantly looking for new methods to improve our processes and enhance the services we provide our clients. My job is done well when information is readily available to our clients, easy to use, and secured by advanced technology.”
— Debra Villani’s Comment on Client Service