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Environmental, Probate and Real Estate
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Workers' Comp
I have been practicing workers' compensation for over 30+ years. I began for an insurance defense firm before starting my own practice. As a defense attorney for multiple workers' compensation insurance companies I was able to see first hand what insurance companies do with your claim. What they seek to do is pay out as little as possible and close the file as soon as possible. Obviously that is not necessarily in your best interest. I see my role as guiding you through the process to put you in the best position should a claim...
Business, Construction, Employment and IP
Chris practices in all areas of litigation and he has appeared in various state courts and federal district court in Massachusetts. He also has experience with appellate and federal courts in New York. Chris has represented businesses with Internet and technology issues as well as trademark litigation, trade secret misappropriation, and copyright infringement matters. He has been involved in a number of employment law matters, representing individuals and businesses with claims brought in the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination.
Prior to joining Cohen Kinne, Chris served as a law clerk to the Honorable C. Ian McLachlan of the Connecticut Appellate Court....
Collections, Estate Planning, Family and Landlord Tenant
I started out studying biochemistry but after a year on the morgue collecting tissue samples and doing autopsies I decided to go in a different direction which, was computer programmer/analyst. Then I finally bit the bullet and went to law school. After working in firms and for the NYS Attorney General, I opened up my own practice in 2006 in the Berkshires. This has been the biggest and most rewarding challenge of my life. Most notably, I once appeared in front of Judge Judy Scheindlin in Manhattan Family Court. What a long strange trip...
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Arbitration & Mediation, Divorce and Family
Former New Jersey Deputy Attorney General and Essex County (NJ) Assistant Prosecutor,
Cannabis Regulatory expertise.
Practicing before the MA Cannabis Control Commission representing clients at Suitability Hearings and with Licensing and Regulatory Compliance Issues and as Senior Counsel and Ethics Liaison to the NJ Office of the Child Advocate, drafting legislation and regulations.
Cannabis Regulatory expertise.
Practicing before the MA Cannabis Control Commission representing clients at Suitability Hearings and with Licensing and Regulatory Compliance Issues and as Senior Counsel and Ethics Liaison to the NJ Office of the Child Advocate, drafting legislation and regulations.
Criminal Defense and DUI & DWI
I am a trial attorney practicing in Berkshire County, Massachusetts and Columbia County, New York. I was an assistant district attorney for six years and in private practice for 17 years. I handle criminal defense cases, wills, family law and some immigration matters. I have tried more than 300 cases.
Animal, Collections, Divorce and Family
Arbitration & Mediation and Employment
Michael focuses his practice predominantly on litigation. He litigates and arbitrates all aspects of employment and corporate matters on behalf of individuals, corporations, and charitable organizations. When representing individuals, Michael has obtained substantial funds for his clients, including settlements in amounts far exceeding $1,000,000. When representing corporate clients, Michael has obtained favorable outcomes, including successfully dismissing claims where his client’s exposure exceeded $3,500,000.
Since 2020, Martindale-Hubbell has awarded Michael the highest honor possible for client satisfaction, the Client Champion Premium rating. Clients know they can rely on Michael to be available and responsive. They also know he is an advocate that...
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Arbitration & Mediation, Divorce, Family and Personal Injury
Business, Employment, IP and Real Estate
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Bankruptcy
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Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury, Products Liability and Workers' Comp
In addition to being a partner at Sweeney Merrigan Law LLP in Boston, I have over 12 years of experience from the bench as a retired First Justice in the Orange District Court.
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Divorce and Family
My practice is 100% Divorce Mediation. I charge flat fees and mediate divorces for ALL Massachusetts counties and courts via Zoom video conference. Over 1500 divorces successfully mediated. Within 1-2 days of our first video conference I will get you a complete draft of a separation agreement and all 1A court documents, which will help put you and your spouse on the same page and lower conflict moving forward. You do not have to put this part of your life on hold for months or years. It can move forward now.
Getting divorced and resolving family law issues involves transitions...
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Business, Communications, Criminal Defense and DUI & DWI
I am an experienced and dedicated Attorney. I have guided clients through a broad range of legal matters since 2011. I use every tool available to provide custom tailored, unparalleled legal representation. I am committed to zealous advocacy and outstanding client satisfaction.
I received my B.S. from Wittenberg University in 2005. In 2010, I obtained my J.D. from Western New England University School of Law. I am a member of the Massachusetts Bar Association, American Bar Association, Hampden County Bar Association, Massachusetts Academy of Trial Attorneys, Hampshire County Bar Association, and Intellectual Property Law Association. Additionally, I have been honored by...
I received my B.S. from Wittenberg University in 2005. In 2010, I obtained my J.D. from Western New England University School of Law. I am a member of the Massachusetts Bar Association, American Bar Association, Hampden County Bar Association, Massachusetts Academy of Trial Attorneys, Hampshire County Bar Association, and Intellectual Property Law Association. Additionally, I have been honored by...
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Medical Malpractice, Nursing Home, Personal Injury and Products Liability
J. Tucker Merrigan is co-managing partner at Sweeney Merrigan Law, LLP. He started Sweeney Merrigan Law with his brother and fellow co-managing partner, Peter M. Merrigan, in 2010. Since, Sweeney Merrigan Law has become a Massachusetts and National powerhouse in the practice of plaintiff’s litigation. It has been many years since the firm began with its first settlement of $9,500.00 and has evolved to recovering over $30 Million in its most recent litigation.
Much of the success attributable to Sweeney Merrigan is a direct product of Attorney Merrigan’s commitment the firm’s reputation as practicing with the highest...
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Construction, Personal Injury, Products Liability and Workers' Comp
As a founding partner of Sweeney Merrigan Law LLP in Boston, I have years of experience handling all different types of personal injury claims and will get you the compensation you deserve.
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Criminal Defense and DUI & DWI
Attorney Daly is a seasoned trial attorney (over 100 trials) practicing in Western Massachusetts. His practice is largely focused on OUI/DUI defense as well as criminal defense and personal injury matters. Originally from the West Roxbury neighborhood of Boston, Attorney Daly began his legal career as an Assistant District Attorney in Suffolk County practicing in the South Boston and Roxbury divisions of the Boston Municipal Court. His prior experiences also include serving as a Boston Police Officer (certified in the administration of Standardized Field Sobriety Testing), working as an Assistant Attorney General in the District of Columbia and...
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Asbestos and Personal Injury
At the Law Offices of John P. DiBartolo, Jr. we handle only personal injury cases. By focusing on one area, we devote ourselves to following closely: recent jury trends, new developments in the law, and changes in insurance company practices. We are committed to the singular pursuit of the best available compensation for people who have suffered injuries through the fault of another. John was born in Queens, NY and raised on Long Island. He attended St. John the Baptist High School and then the University of Rhode Island on a football scholarship. Upon graduating with a B.S....
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Landlord Tenant
Peter Vickery focuses on landlord-tenant cases (landlord side).
As Legislative Affairs Counsel for MassLandlords (the statewide membership organization that represents housing providers across Massachusetts) Peter drafts bills, bill summaries, and testimony in the area of housing law, and writes amicus briefs in cases that have strategic significance for rental-property owners.
Peter is a graduate of Oxford University (Jesus College), the University of the West of England, Boston University School of Law, and the Center for Public Policy & Administration at the University of Massachusetts, Amherst.
He is a former member of the Governor’s Council (the elected body that reviews the Massachusetts governor’s...
Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Divorce and Family
Elizabeth K. Halloran, Associate Attorney with the firm concentrates her practice in all aspects of divorce and family law, criminal defense, personal injury, litigation and real estate. Ms. Halloran began her practice of law in 2012 after earning her Juris Doctor from New England Law | Boston.
Prior to joining Murphy & Rudolf, LLP, Ms. Halloran practiced in a general practice in Leominster, focusing on both Criminal Defense and Family Law matters. Ms. Halloran was a Prosecutor/Assistant District Attorney with the Worcester County District Attorney's Office where she handled prosecution of various felonies and misdemeanors before the District and Superior...
Prior to joining Murphy & Rudolf, LLP, Ms. Halloran practiced in a general practice in Leominster, focusing on both Criminal Defense and Family Law matters. Ms. Halloran was a Prosecutor/Assistant District Attorney with the Worcester County District Attorney's Office where she handled prosecution of various felonies and misdemeanors before the District and Superior...
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Business, Criminal Defense and Personal Injury
Business, Employment, Personal Injury and Workers' Comp
Judd L. Peskin has been a lawyer since 1976, and concentrates in personal injury, workers’ compensation, and corporate/partnership law. His experience in the business world – as president of a manufacturing company and strategy consultant for Accenture (formerly Arthur Andersen consulting) – gives him a rare and valued perspective in dealing with commercial litigation matters, business formation, non-competition agreements, corporate “divorces” and partnership dissolutions.
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Criminal Defense, Insurance Claims and Personal Injury
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Arbitration & Mediation, Divorce, Elder and Family
I graduated from Washington University in 1985 and obtained my J.D. degree from Northeastern University School of Law in 1988. I clerked for the justices of the Massachusetts Superior Court from 1988-1989 and in 1989 began practicing as an attorney with Burres Fidnick and Booth. I became a partner at what then became Burres Fidnick Booth and Kaufman in 1996. In 2004, after 15 years of working with my law partners I decided to start a solo practice. Since 1989 my practice has concentrated in the area of domestic relations. This includes divorces, paternities, divorce modifications, work with non-traditional families,...
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For the past 13 years, I have sought to provide zealous and compassionate representation to individuals and businesses filing for bankruptcy. I have a wealth of experience helping Debtors navigate Chapters 7, 11, 12, and 13 of the Bankruptcy Code. My goal is to make the process understandable for my clients. In my practice, I also represent bankruptcy trustees in litigation before the U.S. Bankruptcy Courts in Massachusetts.
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Business and Collections
Concentrates in commercial and retail debt collections, business and construction litigation in both state and federal court. Experience in business, creditors rights, contract, construction, real estate and personal injury law. Represents creditors and civil litigants throughout the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
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Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Domestic Violence
Robert A. Ferris began as a 3:03 Prosecutor and moved to Criminal Defense upon being sworn in. Attorney Ferris then went on to also be sworn in at the federal level.
Attorney Ferris worked as a Bar Advocate (criminal defense district court panel) taking hundreds of Criminal Cases, ultimately finding his Niche in Domestic Violence Law, Restraining Orders, OUIs and Assault. Attorney Ferris not only represents the accused, but also does victim advocacy as well.
Going up against the State can be like facing a boxing Goliath; never walk into this fight unprepared or under-matched. Never let police make false accusations, never...
Entertainment & Sports, IP and Real Estate
We offer big city representation from a small town, community-based perspective. Buying a new home or starting a new business is not just a paper transaction—it's a life event that deserves careful attention. Our goal is to be a personal resource for people whatever their legal need. Peter's motivation to become a lawyer was a desire for answers—the legal system seemed arcane and unapproachable. It needed a new interface; one where regular people can get the information and help they need at a reasonable cost and minimal stuffiness. Having spent 30+ years in the entertainment business, Peter...
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At the Law Office of Carmen L. Durso, our focus is on victims of sexual abuse and other crimes, educational (Title IX), psychiatric and clergy malpractice, and other personal injuries.
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Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury and Products Liability
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Business, Divorce, Family and Probate
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Bankruptcy and Foreclosure Defense
Attorney Morrison has over 20 years of experience and has represented thousands of clients. He is well-versed in all areas of both Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy. He serves the entire state of Massachusetts from convenient office locations in Springfield, South Easton, and Worcester.
Prior to practicing bankruptcy law, Attorney Morrison received his undergraduate degree from the University of Massachusetts in Amherst, MA. He received his Juris Doctor from Tulane University School of Law in New Orleans, Louisiana before returning to practice in Massachusetts. He has literally handled thousands of bankruptcy cases, practicing for over 20 years.
Attorney Morrison is...
Prior to practicing bankruptcy law, Attorney Morrison received his undergraduate degree from the University of Massachusetts in Amherst, MA. He received his Juris Doctor from Tulane University School of Law in New Orleans, Louisiana before returning to practice in Massachusetts. He has literally handled thousands of bankruptcy cases, practicing for over 20 years.
Attorney Morrison is...
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Business and Real Estate
Practicing Real Estate Law, Massachusetts Probate; Complex Legal Research, and Business Law throughout Massachusetts and Northern Connecticut.
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Employment
Ben Steffans’s practice focuses representing employees in employment-related claims and issues.
Ben has successfully litigated claims of employment harassment and employment discrimination based on sex, race, disability, pregnancy, age, and sexual orientation. Ben has successfully resolved claims involving employers who retaliate against employees for complaining about unlawful activity. A large portion of Ben’s practice consists of representing clients regarding complicated wage-and-hour issues arising under both state and federal law. Ben also has significant experience in the non-compete, non-disclosure, non-solicit, and trade secret context.
Prior to opening Steffans Legal Ben represented both employers and employees in employment claims. As a result, Ben...
Ben has successfully litigated claims of employment harassment and employment discrimination based on sex, race, disability, pregnancy, age, and sexual orientation. Ben has successfully resolved claims involving employers who retaliate against employees for complaining about unlawful activity. A large portion of Ben’s practice consists of representing clients regarding complicated wage-and-hour issues arising under both state and federal law. Ben also has significant experience in the non-compete, non-disclosure, non-solicit, and trade secret context.
Prior to opening Steffans Legal Ben represented both employers and employees in employment claims. As a result, Ben...
Arbitration & Mediation, Divorce, Domestic Violence and Employment
I am a graduate of Northeastern University School of Law (class of 1984). I became a lawyer to help people and to make a meaningful contribution to the betterment of our society and to social justice. That remains the core of my professional orientation..
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