Atty. Daniel James O'Connell

Daniel James O'Connell is a lawyer practicing trial practice, complex civil litigation, criminal litigation and defense and 40 other areas of law. Daniel received a B.A. degree from University of Massachusetts in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years.

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Daniel James O'Connell is a Member based in Springfield, Massachusetts, practicing at O'Connell & Plumb, P.C.. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on wrongful termination, discrimination, sexual harassment, criminal defense, and family law. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts United States District (1987). Educated at Boston University Law School (J.D., 1987) and University of Massachusetts (B.A., 1984). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Springfield, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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Daniel James O'Connell is a lawyer practicing trial practice, complex civil litigation, criminal litigation and defense and 40 other areas of law
Daniel received a B.A. degree from University of Massachusetts in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years
Daniel practices at O'Connell & Plumb, P.C. in Springfield, MA

Practice Areas Explained

Daniel James O'Connell's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Daniel James O'Connell handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wrongful Termination

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Workplace Discrimination

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Sexual Harassment

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Criminal Defense

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Family 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 Springfield 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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Where is Daniel James O'Connell's law office located?

Daniel James O'Connell's law practice is located in Springfield, Massachusetts. The firm is O'Connell & Plumb, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.

What practice areas does Daniel James O'Connell handle?

Daniel James O'Connell focuses on wrongful termination, discrimination, sexual harassment, criminal defense, family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.

How long has Daniel James O'Connell practiced law?

Daniel James O'Connell has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.

Where did Daniel James O'Connell go to law school?

Daniel James O'Connell earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.A., 1984).

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What awards or recognition has Daniel James O'Connell received?

Daniel James O'Connell's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Practice Areas

Complex Civil Litigation Criminal Litigation and Defense Trial Practice Age Discrimination In Employment Americans with Disabilities Act Business And Corporate Litigation Collective Bargaining Confidentiality Agreements Covenants Not To Compete Employee Discipline Employee Rights Employment Arbitration Employment At Will Employment Civil Rights Employment Claims Employment Class Actions Employment Contracts Employment Defense Employment Disability Discrimination Employment Discrimination Employment Law Employment Litigation Employment Mediation Employment Rights Employment Terminiation Equal Employment Opportunity Law Fair Employment Practices Family and Medical Leave Act Federal Employment Law General Trial Practice Harassment Labor and Employment Management Employment Law Noncompete Litigation Noncompetition And Non Solicitation Agreements Personnel Policies Pregnancy Discrimination Real Estate Retaliatory Discharge Sexual Harassment Title VII Discrimination Wage And Hour Class Actions Wrongful Termination

Education

J.D.

Boston University Law School

- 1987

B.A.

University of Massachusetts

- 1984

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts United States District

Admitted: 1987

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