Atty. Denise M Shear

Atty. Denise M Shear

Denise M Shear is a lawyer practicing chapter 13 bankruptcy, chapter 7 bankruptcy, bankruptcy and 3 other areas of law. Denise received a B.A. degree from West Virginia Wesleyan College, Buckhannon, West Virginia in 1996, and has been licensed for 27 years.

Northampton Northampton 27 yrs experience 27 year
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Profile Summary

About Denise M Shear at a glance

Denise M Shear is a Partner based in Northampton, Massachusetts, practicing at Rescia, Katz & Shear, LLP. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Their practice focuses on chapter 7, chapter 13, estate planning, business, and bankruptcy. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1999) and U.S. District Court District of Massachusetts (2000). Educated at Roger Williams University School of Law, Bristol, Rhode Island (J.D., 1999) and West Virginia Wesleyan College, Buckhannon, West Virginia (B.A. Political, 1996). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Northampton, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Denise M Shear is a lawyer practicing chapter 13 bankruptcy, chapter 7 bankruptcy, bankruptcy and 3 other areas of law
  • Denise received a B.A. degree from West Virginia Wesleyan College, Buckhannon, West Virginia in 1996, and has been licensed for 27 years
  • Denise practices at Rescia, Katz & Shear, LLP in Northampton, MA

Practice Areas Explained

Denise M Shear's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Denise M Shear handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

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Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Business & Corporate Law

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

Denise M Shear is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Massachusetts →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

Denise M Shear is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy 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 Northampton 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 Denise M Shear

Where is Denise M Shear's law office located?
Denise M Shear's law practice is located in Northampton, Massachusetts. The firm is Rescia, Katz & Shear, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Denise M Shear handle?
Denise M Shear focuses on chapter 7, chapter 13, estate planning, business, bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has Denise M Shear practiced law?
Denise M Shear has 27+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1999.
Where did Denise M Shear go to law school?
Denise M Shear earned their education at (J.D., 1999); (B.A. Political, 1996).
How can I contact Denise M Shear for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Denise M Shear received?
Denise M Shear's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Roger Williams University School of Law, Bristol, Rhode Island
- 1999
B.A. Political
West Virginia Wesleyan College, Buckhannon, West Virginia
- 1996

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1999
U.S. District Court District of Massachusetts
Admitted: 2000

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