" I have been with Braver for more than 30 years. In my business I need a partner that I can depend on for thoughtful, creative solutions in every transaction. We count on Russell and his professional associates for every deal we make. They have the keen business sense that I rely on. They speak my language and communicate the risks and rewards so I can make the right decision for my business. Russell understands the dynamics of my business and the dynamics of my family, and I depend on him for the advice that keeps both running smoothly. "

– The Grossman Companies, Inc.
Louis J. Grossman, President

Service Lines: Accounting Education: BS and MBA, Suffolk University Professional Involvements: Massachusetts Society of CPA’s American Institute of CPA’s

About > Management Team >

Russell H. Lightman, CPA/PFS, MBA

Shareholder

Office Phone: 617.559.4404
Location: Newton, MA
rlightman@thebravergroup.com

Russell has over 30 years of experience in public accounting, serving companies in a diverse range of industries as well as high net worth families.  Russell, who is Director of Family Practice Group, provides a wide range of services including accounting and audit, income tax compliance and tax planning and management advice and specializes in real estate, entrepreneurial businesses, high net worth families, and income and estate tax planning.

Russell holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and a Master’s degree in Business Administration from Suffolk University.  Russell is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and the Massachusetts Society of Certified Public Accountants.  He is treasurer of the Newton Historical Society as well as the Hebrew College Camp & Summer School (Camp Yavneh), a member of the Newton-Needham Chamber of Commerce and the Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce and a member of the Real Estate Unit of B’nai B’rith.