Atty. Emmett E. Lyne

Atty. Emmett E. Lyne

About Emmett E. Lyne View website Awards AV Preeminent Peer Rated This elite award is granted to attorneys who have been recognized by their peers for their very high ethical standards, with an average peer review score of 4.5 or higher.

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About Emmett E. Lyne at a glance

Emmett E. Lyne is a Member based in Boston, Massachusetts, practicing at Rich May, P.C.. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, and securities. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1986). Educated at Boston College (J.D., 1986) and Bowdoin College (B.A., 1981). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Boston and Massachusetts Bar Associations. Serands clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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Awards

AV Preeminent Peer Rated This elite award is granted to attorneys who have been recognized by their peers for their very high ethical standards, with an average peer review score of 4.5 or higher. About Awards

Client Champion Awards

Client Champion awards recognize those attorneys who excel at service as affirmed by their clients. The awards, based on the quantity and quality of an attorney’s Martindale-Hubbell client reviews, demonstrate an ongoing commitment to delivering excellent client service. Award recipients stand out from their peers with a platinum, gold or silver icon.

At least three reviews and a score of 4.0 or higher.

At least six reviews and a score of 4.2 or higher.

At least ten reviews and a score of 4.5 or higher.

Martindale Peer Awards

A lawyer who receives a minimum threshold of qualifying responses from fellow attorneys can qualify for one of three prestigious Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review Ratings:

AV Preeminent®: The highest peer rating standard. This rating signifies a large number of the lawyer’s peers rank him or her at the highest level of professional excellence for their legal knowledge, communication skills and ethical standards.

Emmett E. Lyne got this award in 2021

Distinguished: An excellent rating for a lawyer with some experience. This rating indicates the attorney is widely respected by their peers for high professional achievement and ethical standards.

Notable: This rating indicates that the lawyer has been recognized by a large number of their peers for strong ethical standards.

Avvo Awards

Avvo Top Contributor: The Avvo Top Contributor Award is granted to attorneys who have earned significant contribution points in a given year on our sister site, Avvo.com. Contribution points are earned by answering questions in Q&A, publishing Legal Guides, and other useful contributions to the Avvo community.

Avvo Client’s Choice: The Avvo Client's Choice Award Badge is granted to attorneys with a significant number of 4+ star reviews in a given year.

Practice Areas Explained

Emmett E. Lyne's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Emmett E. Lyne 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.

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Securities Law

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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 Emmett E. Lyne

Where is Emmett E. Lyne's law office located?
Emmett E. Lyne's law practice is located in Boston, Massachusetts. The firm is Rich May, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Emmett E. Lyne handle?
Emmett E. Lyne focuses on business, real estate, securities. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has Emmett E. Lyne practiced law?
Emmett E. Lyne has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did Emmett E. Lyne go to law school?
Emmett E. Lyne earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.A., 1981).
How can I contact Emmett E. Lyne for a consultation?
You can contact Emmett E. Lyne 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 Emmett E. Lyne received?
Emmett E. Lyne's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Boston College
- 1986
B.A.
Bowdoin College
- 1981

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1986

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