Atty. Douglas L. Fox

Atty. Douglas L. Fox

Douglas L. Fox is a lawyer practicing entertainment and sports law, general liability, liquor liability and 4 other areas of law.

Boston Boston 47 yrs experience 47 year
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Profile Summary

About Douglas L. Fox at a glance

Douglas L. Fox is an Of Counsel based in Boston, Massachusetts, practicing at Melick & Porter, LLP. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on personal injury, civil rights, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1979) and Florida United States Court of Appeals for the First Circuit (1979). Educated at University of Miami School of Law (J.D., 1979) and Northeastern University (B.A., 1973). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Douglas L. Fox is a lawyer practicing entertainment and sports law, general liability, liquor liability and 4 other areas of law
  • Douglas received a B.A. degree from Northeastern University in 1973, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • Douglas practices at Melick & Porter, LLP in Boston, MA

Practice Areas Explained

Douglas L. Fox's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Douglas L. Fox handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

Douglas L. Fox is one of 70,245 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights attorneys in Massachusetts →

Entertainment & Sports Law

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

Douglas L. Fox is one of 45,946 entertainment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse entertainment 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 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 Douglas L. Fox

Where is Douglas L. Fox's law office located?
Douglas L. Fox's law practice is located in Boston, Massachusetts. The firm is Melick & Porter, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Douglas L. Fox handle?
Douglas L. Fox focuses on personal injury, civil rights, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has Douglas L. Fox practiced law?
Douglas L. Fox has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did Douglas L. Fox go to law school?
Douglas L. Fox earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.A., 1973).
How can I contact Douglas L. Fox for a consultation?
You can contact Douglas L. Fox directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Douglas L. Fox received?
Douglas L. Fox's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Miami School of Law
- 1979
B.A.
Northeastern University
- 1973

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1979
Florida United States Court of Appeals for the First Circuit
Admitted: 1979

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