Atty. David V. Cappillo

Atty. David V. Cappillo

David V. Cappillo is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Law, Mergers and Acquisitions Law and Venture Capital Law.

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Profile Summary

About David V. Cappillo at a glance

David V. Cappillo is a business and m&a attorney based in Boston, Massachusetts, practicing at Goodwin. Educated at University of Virginia (J.D., 1997). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Venture Capital Law (2026). Serves clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • David V. Cappillo is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Law, Mergers and Acquisitions Law and Venture Capital Law
  • David V., who practices law in Boston, Massachusetts, has been recognized since 2019
  • This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which David V. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area

Practice Areas Explained

David V. Cappillo's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

David V. Cappillo is one of 452,854 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Massachusetts →

Mergers & Acquisitions

David V. Cappillo is one of 45,724 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Massachusetts →

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 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David V. Cappillo

Where is David V. Cappillo's law office located?
David V. Cappillo's law practice is located in Boston, Massachusetts. The firm is Goodwin. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David V. Cappillo handle?
David V. Cappillo focuses on business, m&a. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
Where did David V. Cappillo go to law school?
David V. Cappillo earned their education at (J.D., 1997).
How can I contact David V. Cappillo for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has David V. Cappillo received?
David V. Cappillo's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law; Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law; Best Lawyers in America — Venture Capital Law; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Health Care Law.

Education

J.D.
University of Virginia
- 1997

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Venture Capital Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Health Care Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Technology Law
- 2026

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