Atty. Allison McCarthy
Allison McCarthy is a lawyer practicing estate planning, trusts, family. Allison received a B.A. degree from St.
Estate Planning & More Attorney · Serving Boston, MA · 25+ Years Experience
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About Allison McCarthy at a Glance
Allison McCarthy is a Partner based in Boston, Massachusetts, practicing at Riemer & Braunstein LLP. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Their practice focuses on trusts, family law, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (2001) and New York (2001). Educated at Boston College Law School (J.D., 2000) and St. Bonaventure University (B.A., 1997). Active member of American Bar Association Boston Bar Association (Trusts and Estates New Development Committee Co-chair) Massachusetts Bar Association (Trusts & Estates New Development Committee) New York State Bar Association Women's Bar Association. Serves clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Allison McCarthy
- Allison McCarthy is a lawyer practicing estate planning, trusts, family
- Allison received a B.A. degree from St. Bonaventure University in 1997, and has been licensed for 25 years
- Allison practices at Riemer & Braunstein LLP in Boston, MA
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Allison McCarthy's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Allison McCarthy handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Boston.
Trusts in Boston
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Family Law in Boston
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Estate Planning & Probate in Boston
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Boston
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 venue, 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.
Boston Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Boston-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Boston Choose Allison McCarthy
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Allison McCarthy's practice in the field of trusts, family law, and estate planning.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Allison McCarthy brings 25+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Massachusetts and New York, Allison McCarthy can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trusts, family law, and estate planning, Allison McCarthy can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Boston
A Boston-based practice means Allison McCarthy attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Allison McCarthy Handles in Boston
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