Atty. Joanne Merrigan

Atty. Joanne Merrigan

Joanne Merrigan is a lawyer practicing real estate, civil litigation, criminal law and 4 other areas of law. Joanne received a B.A. degree from University of Massachusetts in 1988, and has been licensed for 30 years.

Boston Boston 30 yrs experience 30 year
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Profile Summary

About Joanne Merrigan at a glance

Joanne Merrigan is a Member based in Boston, Massachusetts, practicing at Law Office of Joanne Merrigan. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on contracts, criminal defense, real estate, ip, and securities. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1996). Educated at Suffolk University Law School (J.D., 1995) and University of Massachusetts (B.A., 1988). Serands clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Joanne Merrigan is a lawyer practicing real estate, civil litigation, criminal law and 4 other areas of law
  • Joanne received a B.A. degree from University of Massachusetts in 1988, and has been licensed for 30 years
  • Joanne practices at Law Office of Joanne Merrigan in Boston, MA

Practice Areas Explained

Joanne Merrigan's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

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Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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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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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

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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 Joanne Merrigan

Where is Joanne Merrigan's law office located?
Joanne Merrigan's law practice is located in Boston, Massachusetts. The firm is Law Office of Joanne Merrigan. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joanne Merrigan handle?
Joanne Merrigan focuses on contracts, criminal defense, real estate, ip, securities. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has Joanne Merrigan practiced law?
Joanne Merrigan has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
Where did Joanne Merrigan go to law school?
Joanne Merrigan earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (B.A., 1988).
How can I contact Joanne Merrigan for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Suffolk University Law School
- 1995
B.A.
University of Massachusetts
- 1988

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1996

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