Atty. Richard E. Bennett

Atty. Richard E. Bennett

Richard E. Bennett is a lawyer practicing civil rights, litigation, civil practice.

Boston Boston 48 yrs experience 48 year
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Profile Summary

About Richard E. Bennett at a glance

Richard E. Bennett is a Counsel based in Boston, Massachusetts. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on litigation and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1978), U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts and U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit (1979), U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit (1989), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit (2009). Educated at Boston College (J.D., 1978) and Boston College (A.B., 1975). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Massachusetts and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Richard E. Bennett is a lawyer practicing civil rights, litigation, civil practice
  • Richard received a A.B. degree from Boston College in 1975, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • Richard practices in Boston, MA

Practice Areas Explained

Richard E. Bennett's Areas of Practice

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

Civil Litigation

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Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Massachusetts

Practforg law in Massachusetts. Legal matters in Massachusetts are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand 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 substantiand 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 Richard E. Bennett

Where is Richard E. Bennett's law office located?
Richard E. Bennett's law practice is located in Boston, Massachusetts. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard E. Bennett handle?
Richard E. Bennett focuses on litigation, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has Richard E. Bennett practiced law?
Richard E. Bennett has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did Richard E. Bennett go to law school?
Richard E. Bennett earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (A.B., 1975).
How can I contact Richard E. Bennett for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Richard E. Bennett received?
Richard E. Bennett's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Boston College
- 1978
A.B.
Boston College
- 1975

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1978
U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts and U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit
Admitted: 1979
U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit
Admitted: 1989
U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit
Admitted: 2009

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