Atty. Daniel C. Perry
Daniel C. Perry is a lawyer practicing estate planning, real estate, zoning, planning and land use and 4 other areas of law.
Estate Planning & More Attorney · Serving New Bedford, MA · 48+ Years Experience
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About Daniel C. Perry at a Glance
Daniel C. Perry is a Partner based in New Bedford, Massachusetts, practicing at Perry Hicks, LLC. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, real estate, and zoning. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1978), U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts (1978), and U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit (1980). Educated at Boston University (J.D., 1978) and Pomona College (B.A., 1973). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of New Bedford and Massachusetts (Property Section Council, 1996-1999) Bar Associations and Massachusetts Bar Foundation. Serves clients in New Bedford, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Daniel C. Perry
- Daniel C. Perry is a lawyer practicing estate planning, real estate, zoning, planning and land use and 4 other areas of law
- Daniel received a B.A. degree from Pomona College in 1973, and has been licensed for 48 years
- Daniel practices at Perry Hicks, LLC in New Bedford, MA
Practice Areas Explained
Daniel C. Perry's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Daniel C. Perry handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New Bedford.
Trusts in New Bedford
Daniel C. Perry is one of 103,428 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Massachusetts →
Probate in New Bedford
Daniel C. Perry is one of 127,041 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Massachusetts →
Estate Planning & Probate in New Bedford
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Daniel C. Perry is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Massachusetts →
Real Estate Law in New Bedford
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Daniel C. Perry is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Massachusetts →
Land Use & Zoning in New Bedford
Daniel C. Perry is one of 39,875 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Massachusetts →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in New Bedford
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 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.
New Bedford Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a New Bedford-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 New Bedford Choose Daniel C. Perry
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 Daniel C. Perry's practice in the field of trusts, probate, estate planning, real estate, and zoning.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Daniel C. Perry brings 48+ 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, U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts, and U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit, Daniel C. Perry can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trusts, probate, and estate planning, Daniel C. Perry can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in New Bedford
A New Bedford-based practice means Daniel C. Perry 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 Daniel C. Perry Handles in New Bedford
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