Atty. David Kavanaugh

Atty. David Kavanaugh

David Kavanaugh is a lawyer practicing taxation law, real estate, advertising. David received a B.A. degree from Colby College in 1976, and has been licensed for 44 years.

Boston Boston 44 yrs experience 44 year
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Profile Summary

About David Kavanaugh at a glance

David Kavanaugh is a Partner based in Boston, Massachusetts, practicing at Nixon Peabody LLP. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on real estate, tax, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1982). Educated at Boston College (J.D., 1982) and Colby College (B.A., 1976). Active member of Massachusetts Bar Association. Serands clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • David Kavanaugh is a lawyer practicing taxation law, real estate, advertising
  • David received a B.A. degree from Colby College in 1976, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • David practices at Nixon Peabody LLP in Boston, MA

Practice Areas Explained

David Kavanaugh's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Kavanaugh handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Real Estate Law

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Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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Entertainment & Sports Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Massachusetts

Practicing law in Massachusetts. Legal matters in Massachusetts are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Boston are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Massachusetts state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Massachusetts brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Massachusetts courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David Kavanaugh

Where is David Kavanaugh's law office located?
David Kavanaugh's law practice is located in Boston, Massachusetts. The firm is Nixon Peabody LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Kavanaugh handle?
David Kavanaugh focuses on real estate, tax, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has David Kavanaugh practiced law?
David Kavanaugh has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did David Kavanaugh go to law school?
David Kavanaugh earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.A., 1976).
How can I contact David Kavanaugh for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Boston College
- 1982
B.A.
Colby College
- 1976

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1982

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