Deborah G. Roher was a dedicated solo practitioner in Fall River, Massachusetts, with over 45 years of experience specializing in consumer law, bankruptcy, and landlord-tenant disputes. A graduate of Yale University and the Antioch School of Law, she was a prominent advocate for low-income individuals, workers, and tenants, often sharing her expertise through her long-running Know Your Rights newspaper column and blog. She was an active member of the National Association of Consumer Advocates and the National Lawyers Guild until her passing in 2024.