Atty. David Kelston
David Kelston is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, business litigation, criminal defense and 2 other areas of law. David received a A.B. degree from Columbia College in 1967, and has been licensed for 43 years.
Business Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Boston, MA · 43+ Years Experience
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About David Kelston at a Glance
David Kelston is an Of Counsel based in Boston, Massachusetts, practicing at Adkins, Kelston & Zavez, P.C.. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on contracts, criminal defense, business, litigation, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1983) and U. S. District Court, District of Massachusetts and U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit (1983). Educated at Harvard University (J.D., 1982) and Columbia College (A.B. Harvard, 1967). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Massachusetts and American Bar Associations. Serves clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David Kelston
- David Kelston is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, business litigation, criminal defense and 2 other areas of law
- David received a A.B. degree from Columbia College in 1967, and has been licensed for 43 years
- David practices at Adkins, Kelston & Zavez, P.C. in Boston, MA
Practice Areas Explained
David Kelston's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Kelston handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Boston.
Contracts in Boston
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Criminal Defense in Boston
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Business & Corporate Law in Boston
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Civil Litigation in Boston
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Appellate Practice in Boston
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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 Kelston
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 Kelston's practice in the field of contracts, criminal defense, business, litigation, and appellate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David Kelston 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 and U. S. District Court, District of Massachusetts and U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit, David Kelston can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering contracts, criminal defense, and business, David Kelston 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 Kelston 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 Kelston Handles in Boston
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