Atty. Joan Paul

Atty. Joan Paul

Joan Paul is a lawyer practicing estate planning, family, business formation and 9 other areas of law. Joan received a degree from University of California at Davis in 1971, and has been licensed for 45 years.

Amherst Amherst 45 yrs experience 45 year
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About Joan Paul at a glance

Joan Paul is a Member based in Amherst, Massachusetts, practicing at Joan Paul. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on formation, family law, estate planning, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in California (1981), U.S. Tax Court (1982), and Massachusetts (2004). Educated at Hastings College of the Law, University of California (J.D., 1981) and University of California at Davis (M.A., 1971). Active member of State Bar of California American Bar Association San Mateo County Bar Association. Serands clients in Amherst, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Joan Paul is a lawyer practicing estate planning, family, business formation and 9 other areas of law
  • Joan received a degree from University of California at Davis in 1971, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • Joan practices at Joan Paul in Amherst, MA

Practice Areas Explained

Joan Paul's Areas of Practice

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

Business Formation

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Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Joan Paul is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Massachusetts →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Joan Paul is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Massachusetts →

Real Estate Law

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

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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 Amherst 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 Joan Paul

Where is Joan Paul's law office located?
Joan Paul's law practice is located in Amherst, Massachusetts. The firm is Joan Paul. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joan Paul handle?
Joan Paul focuses on formation, family law, estate planning, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has Joan Paul practiced law?
Joan Paul has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Joan Paul go to law school?
Joan Paul earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (M.A., 1971).
How can I contact Joan Paul for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Hastings College of the Law, University of California
- 1981
M.A.
University of California at Davis
- 1971

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1981
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1982
Massachusetts
Admitted: 2004

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