Atty. Daniel Sumner Hendrie
Daniel Sumner Hendrie is a lawyer practicing personal injury, criminal defense, workers' compensation and 2 other areas of law. Daniel received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1970, and has been licensed for 52 years.
Criminal Defense & More Attorney · Serving Fall River, MA · 52+ Years Experience
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About Daniel Sumner Hendrie at a Glance
Daniel Sumner Hendrie is an Attorney based in Fall River, Massachusetts, practicing at Hendrie & Hendrie. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on car accidents, personal injury, criminal defense, workers comp, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1974) and U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts (1976). Educated at University of Denver (J.D., 1974) and Yale University (B.A., 1970). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serves clients in Fall River, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Daniel Sumner Hendrie
- Daniel Sumner Hendrie is a lawyer practicing personal injury, criminal defense, workers' compensation and 2 other areas of law
- Daniel received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1970, and has been licensed for 52 years
- Daniel practices at Hendrie & Hendrie in Fall River, MA
Practice Areas Explained
Daniel Sumner Hendrie's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Daniel Sumner Hendrie handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Fall River.
Car Accidents in Fall River
Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.
Daniel Sumner Hendrie is one of 36,434 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Massachusetts →
Personal Injury in Fall River
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
Daniel Sumner Hendrie is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Massachusetts →
Criminal Defense in Fall River
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
Daniel Sumner Hendrie is one of 212,605 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Massachusetts →
Workers Compensation in Fall River
Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.
Daniel Sumner Hendrie is one of 54,932 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Massachusetts →
Civil Litigation in Fall River
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Daniel Sumner Hendrie is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Massachusetts →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Fall River
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 Fall River 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.
Fall River Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Fall River-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 Fall River Choose Daniel Sumner Hendrie
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 Sumner Hendrie's practice in the field of car accidents, personal injury, criminal defense, workers comp, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Daniel Sumner Hendrie brings 52+ 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 U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts, Daniel Sumner Hendrie can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering car accidents, personal injury, and criminal defense, Daniel Sumner Hendrie can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Fall River
A Fall River-based practice means Daniel Sumner Hendrie attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Daniel Sumner Hendrie Handles in Fall River
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Daniel Sumner Hendrie has experience with under Massachusetts law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Daniel Sumner Hendrie directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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