Atty. Jenessa E. Gerard
Jenessa E. Gerard is a lawyer practicing real estate, real estate litigation, landlord tenant and 12 other areas of law.
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About Jenessa E. Gerard at a glance
Jenessa E. Gerard is a Member based in New Bedford, Massachusetts, practicing at Pateakos & Poulin. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, probate, family law, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1998). Educated at University of Maine School of Law (J.D., 1997) and University of Massachusetts, Dartmouth (B.A., 1994). Active member of New Bedford and Massachusetts Bar Associations. Serves clients in New Bedford, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Jenessa E. Gerard is a lawyer practicing real estate, real estate litigation, landlord tenant and 12 other areas of law
- Jenessa received a B.A. degree from University of Massachusetts, Dartmouth in 1994, and has been licensed for 28 years
- Jenessa practices at Pateakos & Poulin in New Bedford, MA
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Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jenessa E. Gerard handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
Jenessa E. Gerard is one of 45,063 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Massachusetts →
Jenessa E. Gerard is one of 27,615 child custody attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child custody attorneys in Massachusetts →
Jenessa E. Gerard is one of 115,645 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Massachusetts →
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
Jenessa E. Gerard is one of 167,063 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Massachusetts →
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Jenessa E. Gerard is one of 203,974 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning 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 New Bedford 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 venue, 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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