Atty. David Kavanaugh

Atty. David Kavanaugh

David Kavanaugh is a lawyer practicing taxation law, real estate, advertising. David received a B.A. degree from Colby College in 1976, and has been licensed for 44 years.

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Profile Summary

About David Kavanaugh at a Glance

David Kavanaugh is a Partner based in Boston, Massachusetts, practicing at Nixon Peabody LLP. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on real estate, tax, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1982). Educated at Boston College (J.D., 1982) and Colby College (B.A., 1976). Active member of Massachusetts Bar Association. Serves clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About David Kavanaugh

  • David Kavanaugh is a lawyer practicing taxation law, real estate, advertising
  • David received a B.A. degree from Colby College in 1976, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • David practices at Nixon Peabody LLP in Boston, MA

Practice Areas Explained

David Kavanaugh's Areas of Legal Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Kavanaugh handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Boston.

Real Estate Law in Boston

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Tax Law in Boston

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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Entertainment & Sports Law in Boston

Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.

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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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Frequently Asked

Common Questions About David Kavanaugh

Where is David Kavanaugh's law office located?
David Kavanaugh's law practice is located in Boston, Massachusetts. The firm is Nixon Peabody LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Kavanaugh handle?
David Kavanaugh focuses on real estate, tax, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has David Kavanaugh practiced law?
David Kavanaugh has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did David Kavanaugh go to law school?
David Kavanaugh earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.A., 1976).
How can I contact David Kavanaugh for a consultation?
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Professional Profile

Why Clients in Boston Choose David Kavanaugh

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 Kavanaugh's practice in the field of real estate, tax, and entertainment.

Decade-Tested Legal Experience

David Kavanaugh brings 44+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.

Broad Practice Area Coverage

Covering real estate, tax, and entertainment, David Kavanaugh 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 Kavanaugh 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 David Kavanaugh Handles in Boston

Below is a representative sample of the types of matters David Kavanaugh 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.

Residential property transactions
Real Estate
Commercial lease disputes
Real Estate
Title and deed issues
Real Estate
Landlord-tenant conflicts
Real Estate
IRS audit representation
Tax
Tax lien and levy defense
Tax
Offer in compromise
Tax
Business tax planning
Tax

This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact David Kavanaugh directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.

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David Kavanaugh's Practice Areas & Specializations

Education & Law School Background

J.D.
Boston College
- 1982
B.A.
Colby College
- 1976

Bar Admissions & Licensed Jurisdictions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1982

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