Atty. Brian J. Sylvia

Atty. Brian J. Sylvia

Brian J. Sylvia is a lawyer practicing adoptions, assault, asylum and 29 other areas of law.

New Bedford New Bedford 32 yrs experience 32 year
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About Brian J. Sylvia at a glance

Brian J. Sylvia is a Member based in New Bedford, Massachusetts, practicing at Watt & Sylvia Attorneys and Counselors at Law. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, divorce, green cards, car accidents, and drug crimes. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1994). Educated at Southern New England School of Law J.D. (—). Serands clients in New Bedford, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Brian J. Sylvia is a lawyer practicing adoptions, assault, asylum and 29 other areas of law
  • Brian has been licensed for 32 years
  • Brian practices at Watt & Sylvia Attorneys and Counselors at Law in New Bedford, MA

Practice Areas Explained

Brian J. Sylvia's Areas of Practice

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

DUI / DWI Defense

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Divorce

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Green Cards / Permanent Residency

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Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

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Drug Crimes

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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 New Bedford 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 Brian J. Sylvia

Where is Brian J. Sylvia's law office located?
Brian J. Sylvia's law practice is located in New Bedford, Massachusetts. The firm is Watt & Sylvia Attorneys and Counselors at Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Brian J. Sylvia handle?
Brian J. Sylvia focuses on dui/dwi, divorce, green cards, car accidents, drug crimes. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has Brian J. Sylvia practiced law?
Brian J. Sylvia has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did Brian J. Sylvia go to law school?
Brian J. Sylvia earned their education at (—).
How can I contact Brian J. Sylvia for a consultation?
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Education

Southern New England School of Law J.D.
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Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1994

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