Norfolk County Business Lawyers

We are litigators. We are attorneys who help Massachusetts employees that are owed overtime, unpaid wages, or have other issues at work. We help people misclassified as "independent contractors" recoup the benefits of employment - as well as pursuing general civil litigation across a wide array of topics.

With 20 years experience, Michelle L. DelMar, Esq. provides business, trademark, contract and corporation advice and representation. Michelle helps start new businesses, existing Businesses grow and executives achieve their goals.

Adam A. Rowe is a trial attorney and a partner at the Boston, Crowe & Dunn. He is a 1992 graduate of the University of Glasgow, Scotland (Joint English and History, Master of Arts Honours Degree), and earned his law degree from Suffolk University Law School (Magna Cum Laude) in 1996, where he was a member of the Moot Court Honor Board.
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Attorney Rowe is admitted to practice in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, the State of Maine, and Washington, D.C., as well as the United States District Court for the Districts of Massachusetts & Maine, and the First...

Attorney Roderick S. Oreste is the principal attorney of Oreste Law. He received his Juris Doctor degree from Suffolk University Law School and holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Communications from the University of Massachusetts at Amherst. Before founding his law firm, Rod spent over 12 years working for New England's beloved baseball team, the Boston Red Sox. During his tenure there, he held several management positions in the Public Affairs department and acted as the Red Sox alumni liaison. He dealt with all issues concerning former Red Sox players and coaches...

Kurt Kusiak is a graduate of Trinity College (B.A. Honors thesis in economics, 1984) and Boston University School of Law (J.D., magna cum laude, 1991) where he was a member of the Law Review, a Liacos Distinguished Scholar, and winner of the American Jurisprudence Award for excellence in trial advocacy. Following law school, Kurt was a law clerk for the Hon. A David Mazzone, U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts. Kurt then worked as a trial lawyer for Ropes & Gray and Todd & Weld. Each year since 2004, Law & Politics has recognized Kurt as a Massachusetts Super Lawyer...

Brian Goodwin is a criminal defense attorney based out of Boston Massachusetts. Attorney Goodwin has over 16 years of experience in the Massachusetts criminal justice system. He has worked as a police officer, police detective, county prosecutor and criminal defense attorney over the past two decades. Attorney Goodwin’s law enforcement background gives him a unique perspective that few other criminal defense practitioners possess.

From Engineer to Business Manager to Entrepreneur to Technology Director and now Lawyer. Whatever your profession -- Whatever your situation -- I can understand and relate. Your first visit with me is free, so don't hesitate to call me to set up an appointment.

Seth B. Orkand focuses his practice on white-collar criminal defense, government and corporate internal investigations, research misconduct investigations, college and university disciplinary actions, and complex commercial litigation. He serves as co-chair of our firm's Government Enforcement and White-Collar Defense team and is a member of our Business Litigation group and Internal Investigations and Corporate Compliance team. Government Enforcement + White-Collar Criminal Defense Seth’s experience includes representation of corporations and individuals in federal and state white-collar criminal matters as well as a variety of government investigations and litigation matters. He has particular experience in the areas of health care fraud, off-label marketing,...

Attorney Loveall earned his Juris Doctorate from the Georgetown University Law Center and bachelors degree in psychology from The Johns Hopkins University. Attorney Loveall was admitted to the Maryland Bar in 2013 and after moving to Boston was admitted to the Massachusetts Bar in 2014.

Getting to know the clients is one of my favorite parts of this job. When I take on a case, I keep their interests and objectives in the forefront of my mind. Indeed, my proudest moments come from obtaining favorable results inside and outside the courtroom. I am most fortunate to have the opportunity to represent of a wide range of clients including individuals and businesses of all sizes, in multiple industries, across a number of practice areas. For instance, I have represented individuals in straightforward employment disputes as well as businesses in complex securities matters (and everything...

Dr. Morency has over 25 years of legal practice with general corporate law firms, primarily in the life science industry. He holds a B.Sc. in Life Sciences, a Ph.D. in Medical Science – Neuroscience, and a J.D. in Common Law, providing him with a very strong educational background to represent life science companies. He has represented every segment of the life science industry, from early-stage companies to large multinational biopharmaceutical companies, as well as universities, and non-profit research organizations. Dr. Morency advises clients on the creation and development of cost-effective, strategic intellectual property (IP) portfolios. He also provides counseling to...

Kathy’s practice focuses on the resolution of employment and complex commercial litigation and pre-litigation disputes. She has represented clients before state and federal courts and administrative agencies. In that capacity she has successfully moved to dismiss a FLSA complaint brought against a quasi-public entity, defeated summary judgment in Sarbanes-Oxley whistleblower retaliation litigation, and successfully opposed motions for preliminary injunction in matters involving alleged breaches of covenants not to compete. Kathy also has an active appellate practice, having authored or participated in numerous appellate briefs in Massachusetts and federal appellate courts for clients. Having been in human resources...

Nick's practice encompasses a broad range of complex commercial litigation matters, including the representation of clients in contract, corporate governance, securities and real estate disputes, as well as in civil and criminal investigations and government enforcement actions. Nick has brought and defended numerous cases in the state and federal courts of Massachusetts and New York on behalf of public and private corporations, hedge funds, universities, corporate officers and directors and other individuals. Nick's real estate litigation experience includes representing residential and commercial developers, buyers and brokers, in cases involving construction claims, condominium disputes, zoning appeals, and the enforcement of purchase and...

Mehmet Baysan is a partner in HB's Corporate and Government Enforcement and White Collar Criminal Defense groups. He is also a managing member of the firm. Mr. Baysan's practice focuses on mergers and acquisitions, corporate governance, regulatory and enforcement matters. His clients include international airlines, international businesses and U.S. businesses.

Mr. Baysan regularly represents international institutions on complex civil, criminal and administrative enforcement matters including assisting foreign companies enter the U.S. market and avoid criminal and civil exposure. With experience in a wide array of corporate compliance and enforcement matters, Mr. Baysan has counseled U.S. and international companies on numerous...

Consumers, and business owners, will appreciate the litigation experience I bring to managing their issues. I handle all types of civil litigation related to money owed, and money owing. That includes bankruptcy. If you are in debt, or if someone owes you money, you call me for help. Likewise, if you are facing foreclosure, and want to pursue the bank - I am your man. I try to avoid litigation, where possible, especially if the client has an on-going relationship with the potential plaintiff or defendant. However, I am more than happy to to take a matter to a jury,...

Edward R. Wiest is a Boston-based attorney with a client driven agenda, providing business litigation, dispute resolution and consulting services to organizations and individuals.

Mid-level litigation attorney with experience in commercial and business litigation, administrative law, tax, finance, procurement, government contracts, employment, entitlements, criminal prosecution, civil litigation, government policy, business, marketing and operations. Other skills include brief writing, motion practice, alternative dispute resolution, client interaction and other advisory roles.

I’ve had the privilege of helping hundreds of entrepreneurs navigate the legal complexities of launching and growing successful small businesses. At Trident Legal, we take a client-centered approach that combines clear, comprehensive drafting with strategic negotiation to secure the best possible outcomes for our clients. Our work is proactive—rooted in tracking legal trends and regulatory changes so our clients stay ahead of compliance and focused on what they do best. From formation and funding to scaling and exit strategy, I partner with clients across diverse industries—including tech, life sciences, professional services, food and beverage, and consumer goods—offering practical, business-minded legal counsel...

Scott Schlager represents lenders, institutional investors, commercial and retail tenants, developers, and other owners and operators of commercial real estate and emerging companies in a wide variety of transactional matters throughout the United States. Scott’s practice focuses on acquisitions, dispositions, joint ventures, portfolio transactions, leases, and development in the retail, office, multifamily, industrial, cold storage, and life sciences real estate sectors. Scott continues to advise clients on issues arising from the COVID-19 pandemic, including borrowers, lenders, landlords, and tenants. He also provides practical counsel to emerging companies. Prior to joining Pierce Atwood, Scott was an associate at a Boston-based boutique law firm...

Stefano V. D'Agostino is a Junior Partner with The Jacobs Law, LLC. He is admitted to practice law in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, and the Federal District Court of Massachusetts. Attorney D'Agostino was born and raised in the Greater-Boston area. He earned a Juris Doctorate from the Massachusetts School of Law and a Bachelor of Science in Business Finance from Lasell College. His practice areas include Personal Injury, Business & Corporate Law, and Criminal Appeals.

David A. Barrett is a Massachusetts civil litigation attorney with significant online legal marketing expertise and he boasts The World’s Largest LinkedIn Lawyer Network. Attorney Barrett’s blog “The LinkedIn Lawyer” has been featured by Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly and the ABA Journal, and he presents on the topic for groups such as the Massachusetts Bar Association. In addition to building an online network of over fourteen million professionals and over two thousand attorneys, Attorney Barrett is a pragmatic problem solver and a careful attorney who has aggressively represented clients in business...

EDUCATION:
NORTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY - J.D.
UNIVERSITY OF RHODE ISLAND

ADMITTED TO:
MASSACHUSETTS BAR
UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT - MASSACHUSETTS

MEMBER OF:
MASSACHUSETTS BAR ASSOCIATION
MASSACHUSETTS ACADEMY OF TRIAL ATTORNEYS
MASSACHUSETTS ASSOCIATIONS OF CRIMINAL DEFENSE ATTORNEYS
THE REAL ESTATE BAR ASSOCIATION OF MASSACHUSETTS
AMERICAN BAR ASSOCIATION

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Mr. Thompson is a partner at Butters Brazilian LLP. Mr. Thompson is a dedicated and tireless advocate for his clients. Mr. Thompson is an experienced trial attorney who has conducted trials in both state and federal court. Equally adept in both criminal and civil practice, Mr. Thompson has secured not guilty verdicts in criminal trials and multi-million-dollar awards in complex business disputes. Mr. Thompson’s criminal practice is broad. He represents clients in all components of a criminal investigation and prosecution, including before state and federal grand jury, trials and appeals. Mr. Thompson’s representation includes proceedings collateral to criminal cases, including civil...