Our Team

Claudia Augustin – Senior Associate Attorney

Claudia Augustin is a senior associate attorney with a strong academic background and extensive experience in various areas of law. She graduated from Tufts University where she earned her undergraduate degree, and went on to pursue her Juris Doctorate from Suffolk Law School.

Driven by her passion for advocacy and conflict resolution, Claudia pursued a post-doctoral program at the prestigious Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy. This unique opportunity allowed her to gain a comprehensive understanding of the intersection between law and policy, further enhancing her legal expertise.

A member of the Massachusetts Bar since 2011, Claudia has practiced in diverse areas of law, including family law, corporate law, intellectual property, civil litigation, and real estate, to name a few. She has actively engaged in pro bono work, providing legal assistance to underserved communities. Most recently she oversaw the New England Legal Foundation’s Pro Bono Bank, matching donated legal services with minority-owned businesses that would otherwise be unable to obtain legal services.

Claudia’s broad experience has equipped her with a well-rounded perspective and a versatile skill set, enabling her to provide comprehensive legal solutions to her clients.

Benjamin Klub – Senior Associate Attorney

Benjamin Klub is an associate attorney with a diverse background in different areas of law. Attorney Klub holds a bachelor’s degree in political science from Washington & Jefferson College where he achieved membership in the national political science honor society of Pi
Sigma Alpha. Attorney Klub is a 2021 graduate of the University of Massachusetts School of Law where he served as the President of the Criminal Law Society.

Upon graduation, Attorney Klub accepted a prestigious fellowship through AmeriCorps Legal Advocates of Massachusetts where he was placed at Greater Boston Legal Services and served the greater Boston community as part of their CORI, expungement, and re-entry program. At the conclusion of the fellowship, Attorney Klub gained experience working for a Boston based law firm where he worked on matters involving civil litigation, criminal defense, family law, workers’ compensation, and employment and discrimination. Attorney Klub has also argued
before the United States First Circuit Court of Appeals and has appellate court experience.

Attorney Klub has engaged in pro bono work as a partner of the Massachusetts Attorney General’s Wage Theft Clinic and the Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts of the Greater Boston Arts & Business Council. Attorney Klub is barred in Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and the United States First and Second Courts of Appeal. Attorney Klub is a passionate and fearless advocate to all of the clients that he serves.

Nehemie C. Cange – Associate Attorney

Nehemie C. Cange is an Associate Attorney with extensive expertise encompassing criminal defense, mass tort litigation, probate and family law, real estate, and community advocacy. With a career spanning more than ten years, Nehemie has made significant contributions to both the legal profession and community leadership.

Active within her community, Nehemie previously served on the volunteer board of the Young Professionals Network of the Urban League of Eastern Massachusetts (YPN-ULEM). Her volunteer efforts extend to Project Citizenship, the Massachusetts Immigrant & Refugee Advocacy Coalition, and various initiatives supporting Haiti.

Nehemie’s commitment to advocacy is rooted in personal experience navigating the legal system and its racial dynamics as part of an immigrant family. She places great value on representing and supporting her community within the courtroom. Fluent in Haitian Creole and a licensed real estate broker, Nehemie is licensed to practice law in Massachusetts and New York.

Throughout her career, Nehemie has demonstrated a steadfast dedication to legal excellence and community service. Her broad experience across diverse legal domains, coupled with her commitment to public defense and community leadership, distinguishes her as a respected attorney and advocate.

Abigail Pacini – Associate Attorney

Abigail Pacini is an Associate Attorney. With a client-centered approach, she helps individuals and families navigate complex legal challenges with compassion, professionalism, and attention to detail. Before joining the Law Offices of Nicole M. Bluefort, Abigail worked at a small family law firm in Lowell, MA.

Abigail earned her J.D. from the University of New Hampshire Franklin Pierce School of Law in 2023, where she was deeply involved in the UNH Sports Law Review, serving as the Chief Symposium Editor on the executive board.  Prior to law school, she graduated cum laude with a degree in Political Science and a minor in Marketing from South Dakota State University in 2020. Abigail is licensed to practice law in New Hampshire.

Her dual focus on Family Law and Trust & Estate Planning allows her to assist clients in resolving both personal and strategic legal issues. Abigail is committed to ensuring that clients’ legal matters are handled with both expertise and the upmost care.

Benjamin Sostek – Associate Attorney

Benjamin Sostek is an Associate Attorney with a background in Criminal Prosecution, Fair Housing Law, Civil Rights, and Employment Law. Attorney Sostek holds a degree in Criminal Justice & Criminology from the University of Massachusetts Boston. Attorney Sostek is a 2023 graduate of Suffolk University Law School, where he served as President of the Legal Podcast Club and worked as a student practitioner for the Suffolk County District Attorney’s Office under Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court Rule
3:03.

During Attorney Sostek’s time at Suffolk Law, he interned for State Representative Kathleen LaNatra of the 12th District of Plymouth. Attorney Sostek drafted House Bill HD. 5106 for Rep. LaNatra in the 192nd session in 2022. This bill was designed to allow unlicensed medical personnel to administer medication to detainees in jails and prisons under the supervision of a licensed professional. This was done as a response to the
nursing shortages from the past few years. As a Prosecutor, Attorney Sostek worked on adult criminal cases, Juvenile Criminal cases, and Drug Court cases. Attorney Sostek cares deeply about ensuring that justice is done in every case he is involved in.

Megan Douglass – Senior Attorney

Megan Douglass has always had a passion to make things right. She is a senior associate attorney with more than fifteen years of civil practice experience in New Hampshire. Many of those years have been dedicated to fighting for employees suffering from lack of accommodation, discrimination, and retaliation in the workplace.
Most recently Megan has taken on wage and hour cases involving hundreds of thousands of dollars in losses. Megan believes, fiercely, that employers and other institutions must be held accountable to individuals owed under the law.
A former teacher with a Master’s Degree in Education, Megan has also worked tenaciously to aid children and their families in legal matters. She was instrumental in enactment of the enforcement provision of the NH Pupil Safety and Violence Prevention Act, to ensure that schools protect children from bullying. Megan also pushed for expansion of NH’s anti-discrimination law, to prohibit “hostile learning environments”
targeted at race, disability and gender, just as “hostile work environments” are prohibited for adults. The state law expansion for which she advocated continues to protect NH children even as federal law protections have fallen away in recent years. Megan was also awarded the 2018 Granite State Advocate Award for her tenacious commercial litigation involving insurance statutes and contracts. Through her legal work she secured better automobile insurance coverage, specifically “medpay coverage,” for all NH insureds. Megan has repeatedly dissected and analyzed complex contracts to fight for the performance or payment due to her clients.
Megan recognizes that legal disputes do not exist on paper or in the courtroom alone. They also reflect and impact the lives of the people involved. She endeavors to provide compassionate, efficient, and effective counsel to her clients going through life’s trials.

Rafaela G. Serrano – Of Counsel Attorney

Rafaela G. Serrano calls it “powerful” to have a means to support clients in resolving their legal matters. As an independent attorney, she handles immigration cases for the Law Offices of Nicole M. Bluefort.

Rafaela began practicing law in her home country of Brazil, where she earned her law degree from Estácio De Sá University in Rio de Janeiro. She holds a Master of Laws degree from Northeastern University School of Law and is pursuing a Master of Management degree with a focus on non-profit and public management from Cambridge College, both in Boston.

Practicing as an independent attorney allows Rafaela to maintain her commitments to community organizations. She volunteers weekly at the Brazilian Worker Center in Boston, which fights for the social, economic, and safety rights of domestic and non-domestic workers. And she sits on the board of directors for the non-profit Community Dispute Settlement Center in Cambridge.

Rafaela also specializes in international business law, counseling companies looking to establish their businesses in Brazil. She speaks fluent English and Portuguese and is proficient in Spanish.

Crystal Cameron – Senior Paralegal & Office Manager

Crystal Cameron is a senior paralegal who has specializes in all aspects of litigation. Before joining the Law Offices of Nicole M. Bluefort, Crystal was civil litigation paralegal and a foreclosure paralegal.

Crystal attended Texas Tech University and has taken numerous classes throughout the years to future her education.

Crystal is a compassionate person who is always willing to go above and beyond to help a client understand the process of litigation. Her experience is in civil, estate planning, criminal, probate, family, and personal injury.

Chinma Nnadozie-Okananwa – Paralegal

Chinma Nnadozie-Okananwa is a dedicated paralegal at our firm, bringing a unique blend of academic excellence and a compassionate approach to her role. She holds both a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in English from Northeastern University, where she honed her analytical and communication skills, which are crucial in the legal field.

Growing up as the daughter of two healthcare workers, Chinma developed a deep-seated commitment to service and a genuine passion for helping others. This background instilled in her the importance of hospitality, empathy, and patience—qualities that she seamlessly integrates into her professional life.

Chinma excels in providing comprehensive support to our attorneys, ensuring that every client receives meticulous attention and care. Her ability to navigate complex legal documents with precision and her unwavering dedication to assisting everyday people with their everyday problems make her an invaluable asset to our team.

Chinma’s well-rounded perspective and commitment to making a positive impact are evident in all aspects of her work at the firm.

Sasha Mena – Paralegal

Sasha Mena is a bilingual paralegal effective and experienced in general law office procedures and provides the office support required to assist our clients and attorneys with all legal matters.

Michael Harper – Senior Paralegal & Firm Development Coordinator

Michael Harper is a paralegal at our firm, bringing a wealth of experience and a passion for service to his role. He earned an Associate of Arts in Liberal Arts from Quinsigamond Community College and a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and History from Clark University in Worcester, Massachusetts. Michael hails from Worcester, where his roots and early experiences shaped his strong work ethic and dedication to helping others.

Michael’s diverse professional background includes leadership roles such as Director of Career Services at Rivier University and Social Development Director at New Hampshire Job Corps. He has also been a Local Recruitment Manager for City Year New Hampshire, where he supported the development of young professionals. Recognized for his achievements in debate, coaching, and community leadership, Michael leverages his skills to ensure exceptional organization and client support.

In his spare time, Michael dedicates himself to coaching high school and semi-pro football, a passion he has pursued for 15 years. His commitment to developing successful teams and fostering growth in players has contributed to multiple championships. Michael’s drive, leadership, and dedication to excellence make him an invaluable asset to our team.

Sofia Olivera – Legal Secretary

Sofia Olivera is a paralegal at our firm, bringing a wealth of knowledge and experience to her role. She earned her Bachelor of Arts from Drew University in New Jersey and holds a Master’s degree in Conflict Resolution from UMASS Boston. In 2019, Sofia honed her mediation skills at the Quincy District Court, where she practiced as a mediator. She is passionate about mediation and leverages her extensive training to ensure our clients receive the highest level of service.

In her spare time, Sofia is dedicated to learning German and enjoys listening to podcasts on global affairs. Her commitment to continuous learning and her expertise in conflict resolution make her an invaluable asset to our team.

Abby Lantych – Paralegal

Abby Lantych is a legal secretary at our firm, bringing a wealth of knowledge and a passion for service to her role. She earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice from Endicott College, where she combined her studies with extensive volunteer work, gaining practical insight into the legal system and its impact on individuals.

Known for her empathetic communication style and dedication to helping others, Abby is committed to making a difference. Outside of work, she enjoys reading and traveling, continually expanding her understanding of people and cultures.

Morgan Turnbull – Legal Secretary

Linda Fobert – Legal Administrative Assistant

Linda Fobert is a legal administrative assistant on our administrative support team here at our law firm. Linda’s role is instrumental in ensuring smooth operations for our attorneys, senior paralegals, office manager, legal secretaries, and most importantly, our valued clients.

A graduate of Plymouth State University, Linda’s dedication to excellence extends beyond her formal education. She’s continuously expanded her knowledge through numerous continuing education classes, keeping her real estate license up to date and enhancing her skill set to better serve our clientele.

With a solid background in real estate office administration and property management, Linda brings a wealth of practical experience to her role. Her proficiency in various software programs empowers her to efficiently organize and present vast amounts of information and data to our attorneys and staff in a format that’s both comprehensive and easily understandable.

Clients can rest assured knowing that Linda is diligently working behind the scenes to support them in all legal matters. Whether it’s coordinating appointments, managing correspondence, or handling administrative tasks, Linda’s attention to detail and commitment to excellence ensures that our team operates seamlessly, providing the highest level of service to our valued clients.

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