Atty. Howard A. Cubell

Atty. Howard A. Cubell

Howard Cubell is a member and former chair of the Tax practice at Goodwin. Mr.

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About Howard A. Cubell at a glance

Howard A. Cubell is a tax and international attorney based in Boston, Massachusetts, practicing at Goodwin. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts, Admitted and New York, Admitted. Educated at Boston University School of Law (J.D., 1973) and University of Michigan (B.A., 1970). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — International Trade and Finance Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus: (2026). Serands clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Howard Cubell is a member and former chair of the Tax practice at Goodwin
  • Mr. Cubell’s practice focuses on the development of innovative tax strategies for various domestic and international business transactions and collective investment vehicles, with particular emphasis on representing private equity sponsors in acquiring, disposing of and recapitalizing portfolio companies
  • Mr. Cubell has represented TA Associates in a multitude of transactions over a period spanning 35 years

Practice Areas Explained

Howard A. Cubell's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Howard A. Cubell handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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International Law

International law attorneys for cross-border transactions, trade, foreign investment, and treaties.

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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 Howard A. Cubell

Where is Howard A. Cubell's law office located?
Howard A. Cubell's law practice is located in Boston, Massachusetts. The firm is Goodwin. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Howard A. Cubell handle?
Howard A. Cubell focuses on tax, international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
Where did Howard A. Cubell go to law school?
Howard A. Cubell earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (B.A., 1970).
How can I contact Howard A. Cubell for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Howard A. Cubell received?
Howard A. Cubell's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — International Trade and Finance Law; Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law; Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:; Best Lawyers in America — Tax; Lawyer of the Year — International Trade and Finance Law (Boston).

Education

J.D.
Boston University School of Law
- 1973
B.A.
University of Michigan
- 1970

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — International Trade and Finance Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Tax
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — International Trade and Finance Law (Boston)
- 2014

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts, Admitted
New York, Admitted

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