Atty. John Greaney
Hon. John Greaney is a lawyer practicing corporate & incorporation, appellate practice, constitutional and 6 other areas of law.
Appellate Practice & More Attorney · Serving Springfield, MA · 63+ Years Experience
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About John Greaney at a Glance
John Greaney is a Supm. Ct. J. based in Springfield, Massachusetts, practicing at Bulkley, Richardson and Gelinas, LLP. They have 63+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1963. Their practice focuses on formation, criminal defense, litigation, civil rights, and adr. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1963). Educated at New York University J.D. (—) and College of the Holy Cross A.B. (—). Serves clients in Springfield, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About John Greaney
- Hon. John Greaney is a lawyer practicing corporate & incorporation, appellate practice, constitutional and 6 other areas of law
- John received a A.B. degree from College of the Holy Cross, and has been licensed for 63 years
- John practices at Bulkley, Richardson and Gelinas, LLP in Springfield, MA
Practice Areas Explained
John Greaney's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Greaney handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Springfield.
Business Formation in Springfield
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Criminal Defense in Springfield
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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Civil Litigation in Springfield
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Civil Rights in Springfield
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Mediation & Arbitration in Springfield
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John Greaney is one of 73,315 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Massachusetts →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Springfield
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 Springfield 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.
Springfield Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Springfield-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Springfield Choose John Greaney
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish John Greaney's practice in the field of formation, criminal defense, litigation, civil rights, and adr.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
John Greaney brings 63+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering formation, criminal defense, and litigation, John Greaney can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Springfield
A Springfield-based practice means John Greaney attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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