Atty. John A. Birknes, Jr

Atty. John A. Birknes, Jr

John A. Birknes, Jr is a lawyer practicing municipal law, maritime law, probate law and 2 other areas of law.

Dartmouth Dartmouth 67 yrs experience 67 year
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About John A. Birknes, Jr at a glance

John A. Birknes, Jr is a Member based in Dartmouth, Massachusetts, practicing at John A. Birknes, Jr.. They have 67+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1959. Their practice focuses on probate, family law, government, and maritime. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1959). Educated at Boston University (LL.B., 1959) and United States Merchant Marine Academy (B.S., 1952). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of New Bedford and Bristol County Bar Associations. Serands clients in Dartmouth, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John A. Birknes, Jr is a lawyer practicing municipal law, maritime law, probate law and 2 other areas of law
  • John received a B.S. degree from United States Merchant Marine Academy in 1952, and has been licensed for 67 years
  • John practices at John A. Birknes, Jr. in Dartmouth, MA

Practice Areas Explained

John A. Birknes, Jr's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

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Family Law

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Government & Administrative Law

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Maritime & Admiralty 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 Dartmouth 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

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Where is John A. Birknes, Jr's law office located?
John A. Birknes, Jr's law practice is located in Dartmouth, Massachusetts. The firm is John A. Birknes, Jr.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John A. Birknes, Jr handle?
John A. Birknes, Jr focuses on probate, family law, government, maritime. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has John A. Birknes, Jr practiced law?
John A. Birknes, Jr has 67+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1959.
Where did John A. Birknes, Jr go to law school?
John A. Birknes, Jr earned their education at (LL.B., 1959); (B.S., 1952).
How can I contact John A. Birknes, Jr for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John A. Birknes, Jr received?
John A. Birknes, Jr's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

LL.B.
Boston University
- 1959
B.S.
United States Merchant Marine Academy
- 1952

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1959

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