Atty. Dwight T. Burns

Atty. Dwight T. Burns

Dwight T. Burns is a lawyer practicing surety law, litigation, medical malpractice and 1 other area of law.

Boston Boston 28 yrs experience 28 year
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About Dwight T. Burns at a glance

Dwight T. Burns is a Partner based in Boston, Massachusetts, practicing at Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, construction, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts (1998). Educated at Suffolk University (J.D., 1997) and Boston College (B.A., 1994). Active member of Massachusetts Bar Association. Serands clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Dwight T. Burns is a lawyer practicing surety law, litigation, medical malpractice and 1 other area of law
  • Dwight received a B.A. degree from Boston College in 1994, and has been licensed for 28 years
  • Dwight practices at Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP in Boston, MA

Practice Areas Explained

Dwight T. Burns's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Dwight T. Burns handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

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Construction Law

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Civil Litigation

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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 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 Dwight T. Burns

Where is Dwight T. Burns's law office located?
Dwight T. Burns's law practice is located in Boston, Massachusetts. The firm is Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Dwight T. Burns handle?
Dwight T. Burns focuses on medical malpractice, construction, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has Dwight T. Burns practiced law?
Dwight T. Burns has 28+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1998.
Where did Dwight T. Burns go to law school?
Dwight T. Burns earned their education at (J.D., 1997); (B.A., 1994).
How can I contact Dwight T. Burns for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Suffolk University
- 1997
B.A.
Boston College
- 1994

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts
Admitted: 1998

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