Atty. Joel Andrew Wattenbarger

Atty. Joel Andrew Wattenbarger

Joel Andrew Wattenbarger is a lawyer practicing real estate, tax, bankruptcy & debt and 4 other areas of law. Joel received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1993, and has been licensed for 27 years.

Boston Boston 27 yrs experience 27 year
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Profile Summary

About Joel Andrew Wattenbarger at a glance

Joel Andrew Wattenbarger is a Partner based in Boston, Massachusetts, practicing at Ropes & Gray LLP. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, bankruptcy, tax, and securities. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1999) and New York (2012). Educated at Harvard Law School (J.D., 1999) and Yale University (B.A., 1993). Serands clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Joel Andrew Wattenbarger is a lawyer practicing real estate, tax, bankruptcy & debt and 4 other areas of law
  • Joel received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1993, and has been licensed for 27 years
  • Joel practices at Ropes & Gray LLP in Boston, MA

Practice Areas Explained

Joel Andrew Wattenbarger's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

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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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Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

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Tax Law

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

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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 Joel Andrew Wattenbarger

Where is Joel Andrew Wattenbarger's law office located?
Joel Andrew Wattenbarger's law practice is located in Boston, Massachusetts. The firm is Ropes & Gray LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joel Andrew Wattenbarger handle?
Joel Andrew Wattenbarger focuses on business, real estate, bankruptcy, tax, securities. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has Joel Andrew Wattenbarger practiced law?
Joel Andrew Wattenbarger has 27+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1999.
Where did Joel Andrew Wattenbarger go to law school?
Joel Andrew Wattenbarger earned their education at (J.D., 1999); (B.A., 1993).
How can I contact Joel Andrew Wattenbarger for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Harvard Law School
- 1999
B.A.
Yale University
- 1993

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1999
New York
Admitted: 2012

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