Atty. David S. Lawless

Atty. David S. Lawless

David S. Lawless is a lawyer practicing business litigation, civil litigation, employment law and 3 other areas of law.

Springfield Springfield 21 yrs experience 21 year
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Profile Summary

About David S. Lawless at a glance

David S. Lawless is an Associate based in Springfield, Massachusetts, practicing at Robinson Donovan Attorneys at Law. They have 21+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2005. Their practice focuses on employment, business, litigation, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (2005), U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts (2006), U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit (2007), and New York (2009). Educated at University of Connecticut School of Law (J.D., 2005) and University of Connecticut (B.A., 1998). Active member of Massachusetts Bar Association American Bar Association Hampshire County Bar Association New York Bar Association. Serands clients in Springfield, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • David S. Lawless is a lawyer practicing business litigation, civil litigation, employment law and 3 other areas of law
  • David received a B.A. degree from University of Connecticut in 1998, and has been licensed for 21 years
  • David practices at Robinson Donovan Attorneys at Law in Springfield, MA

Practice Areas Explained

David S. Lawless's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David S. Lawless handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Civil Rights

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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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David S. Lawless

Where is David S. Lawless's law office located?
David S. Lawless's law practice is located in Springfield, Massachusetts. The firm is Robinson Donovan Attorneys at Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David S. Lawless handle?
David S. Lawless focuses on employment, business, litigation, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has David S. Lawless practiced law?
David S. Lawless has 21+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2005.
Where did David S. Lawless go to law school?
David S. Lawless earned their education at (J.D., 2005); (B.A., 1998).
How can I contact David S. Lawless for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Connecticut School of Law
- 2005
B.A.
University of Connecticut
- 1998

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 2005
U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts
Admitted: 2006
U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit
Admitted: 2007
New York
Admitted: 2009

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