Debra L. Bouffard

Debra L. Bouffard is a seasoned attorney with a strong track record in energy, telecom, employment law, and litigation. She has built a reputation for successfully representing public utilities, private businesses, and institutions in complex regulatory and legal matters. Debra consistently brings clear guidance and skilled advocacy to every legal challenge.

Debra began her academic journey with a Bachelor of Arts from Boston College, graduating summa cum laude in 1995. She continued her education by earning a Master of Science from the University of Vermont in 1997. She then obtained her Juris Doctor from Boston College Law School in 2002, equipping her with a deep understanding of both technical and legal aspects of her focus areas.

Debra focuses her practice on regulatory compliance and infrastructure permitting for the energy and telecommunications sectors. She regularly represents utility clients before the Vermont Public Utility Commission, where she has secured project approvals, navigated complex rate and tariff matters, and advised on major energy transmission projects. Leveraging deep industry and regulatory experience, Debra helps utilities align legal obligations with operational goals to move critical infrastructure projects forward efficiently and defensibly.

Debra also supports clients in employment-related legal matters. Her work includes advising employers on discrimination claims, workplace investigations, and severance arrangements. She has defended organizations in employment arbitrations and provided effective solutions to sensitive personnel issues.

Debra brings extensive litigation experience to her practice. She has secured injunctions in high-profile property disputes and defended clients in both state and federal courts. She played a key role in a multi-million dollar tax trial for a retirement community and achieved favorable results in arbitration for a hospital facing contract claims.

Debra L. Bouffard holds bar admissions in Vermont, the United States District Court for the District of Vermont, and the Second Circuit Court of Appeals. She is active in the Vermont and American Bar Associations and has earned recognition from Benchmark Litigation and community legal service organizations. Debra remains dedicated to delivering dependable counsel and strong advocacy to those she serves.

Law Office Affiliations

• Shareholder, Sheehey Furlong & Behm PC
• Member, Vermont Bar Association
• Member, American Bar Association

Licensed State

• Vermont

Education

• Boston College Law School
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Vermont
  Master of Science (MS)
• Boston College
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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