Atty. Frederic Joseph Torphy
Frederic Joseph Torphy is a lawyer practicing general civil law, criminal practice, civil litigation and 8 other areas of law. Frederic received a A.B. degree from Boston College in 1962, and has been licensed for 61 years.
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Frederic Joseph Torphy is a Member based in Fall River, Massachusetts, practicing at Torphy & Sullivan LLP. They have 61+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1965. Their practice focuses on probate, personal injury, criminal defense, family law, and workers comp. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1965) and U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts (1966). Educated at Boston College (J.D., 1965) and Boston College (A.B., 1962). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Bristol County and Massachusetts Bar Associations Massachusetts Academy of Trial Lawyers National Association of Diocesan Attorneys. Serands clients in Fall River, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Frederic Joseph Torphy is a lawyer practicing general civil law, criminal practice, civil litigation and 8 other areas of law
- Frederic received a A.B. degree from Boston College in 1962, and has been licensed for 61 years
- Frederic practices at Torphy & Sullivan LLP in Fall River, MA
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Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Frederic Joseph Torphy handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
Frederic Joseph Torphy is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Massachusetts →
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.
Frederic Joseph Torphy is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Massachusetts →
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
Frederic Joseph Torphy is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Massachusetts →
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
Frederic Joseph Torphy is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Massachusetts →
Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.
Frederic Joseph Torphy is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Massachusetts →
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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 Fall River 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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