Atty. Ellen C. Kearns

Atty. Ellen C. Kearns

Ellen C. Kearns is a lawyer practicing labor relations, litigation, employment litigation prevention and defense and 1 other area of law.

Boston Boston 49 yrs experience 49 year
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Profile Summary

About Ellen C. Kearns at a glance

Ellen C. Kearns is a Partner based in Boston, Massachusetts, practicing at Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete, LLP. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on employment, wage & hour, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts U.S. Court of Appeals for the First Circuit U.S. District Court, District of Massachus (1977). Educated at Boston College Law School (J.D., 1976) and Regis College (A.B., 1967). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Ellen C. Kearns is a lawyer practicing labor relations, litigation, employment litigation prevention and defense and 1 other area of law
  • Ellen received a A.B. degree from Regis College in 1967, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • Ellen practices at Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete, LLP in Boston, MA

Practice Areas Explained

Ellen C. Kearns's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Ellen C. Kearns 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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Wage & Hour Disputes

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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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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 Ellen C. Kearns

Where is Ellen C. Kearns's law office located?
Ellen C. Kearns's law practice is located in Boston, Massachusetts. The firm is Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Ellen C. Kearns handle?
Ellen C. Kearns focuses on employment, wage & hour, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has Ellen C. Kearns practiced law?
Ellen C. Kearns has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did Ellen C. Kearns go to law school?
Ellen C. Kearns earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (A.B., 1967).
How can I contact Ellen C. Kearns for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Ellen C. Kearns received?
Ellen C. Kearns's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Boston College Law School
- 1976
A.B.
Regis College
- 1967

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts U.S. Court of Appeals for the First Circuit U.S. District Court, District of Massachus
Admitted: 1977

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