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Ruth Anzalone

Secretary

The resident expert of Gesmer Updegrove LLP. Ruth has been an integral part of Gesmer Updegrove for nearly three decades. Her journey began in Nashville, Tennessee, and continued at Emerson College in Boston, where she decided to make the city her home. Joining Gesmer in 1994 after spotting a legal assistant ad in the Boston Globe, Ruth has since played a pivotal role in the firm’s operations.

Besides her legal prowess, Ruth is a passionate musician and songwriter, having graced venues across Boston and New York City with her talent. Recently, alongside her husband Chris, she ventured into entrepreneurship by purchasing a used records store and relocating it from Cambridge to Somerville’s Ball Square. This move underscores her entrepreneurial spirit and reaffirms her commitment to her passions and the community she cherishes.

Background & Experience

Experience

Ruth’s career at Gesmer Updegrove has spanned various roles and responsibilities, primarily centered around corporate and marketing law. Her expertise extends to providing invaluable support across different facets of legal practice, making her a trusted resource within the firm.

Ruth is deeply involved in the music scene outside of her professional endeavors, leveraging her skills as a musician and songwriter to enrich her personal and professional life. Together with her husband, she has embarked on a new chapter in Somerville, nurturing a beloved community institution and contributing to the vibrant cultural landscape of the area.

Boards and Committees

Publications Committee at Gesmer Updegrove LLP, member

Women’s Committee at Gesmer Updegrove LLP, member

Education/Training

  • Emerson College, B.S. Creative Writing 1992

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