Atty. David Christopher Phalen
David Christopher Phalen is a lawyer practicing business law, bankruptcy law, real estate and 3 other areas of law. David received a B.A. degree from Williams College in 1980, and has been licensed for 43 years.
Bankruptcy Law & More Attorney · Serving Boston, MA · 43+ Years Experience
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About David Christopher Phalen at a Glance
David Christopher Phalen is a Principal based in Boston, Massachusetts, practicing at Hackett Feinberg P.C.. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, bankruptcy, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1983), U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts (1986), and U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit (2000). Educated at Boston College (J.D., 1983) and Williams College (B.A., 1980). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of American Bankruptcy Institute. Serves clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David Christopher Phalen
- David Christopher Phalen is a lawyer practicing business law, bankruptcy law, real estate and 3 other areas of law
- David received a B.A. degree from Williams College in 1980, and has been licensed for 43 years
- David practices at Hackett Feinberg P.C. in Boston, MA
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David Christopher Phalen's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Christopher Phalen handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Boston.
Business & Corporate Law in Boston
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Real Estate Law in Boston
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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Bankruptcy & Debt in Boston
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
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Civil Litigation in Boston
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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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 David Christopher Phalen
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 David Christopher Phalen's practice in the field of business, real estate, bankruptcy, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David Christopher Phalen brings 43+ 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, David Christopher Phalen can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, real estate, and bankruptcy, David Christopher Phalen 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 David Christopher Phalen 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 David Christopher Phalen Handles in Boston
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