Atty. John J. LaRivee
Experienced civil practice having included real estate, landlord/tenant, probate,wills, personal injury, products liability, family law, litigation, appeals, business, employment, and disability claims (ERISA and Social Security). Recent emphasis on disability claims, personal injury, and the planning and administration of small estates.
Civil Practice & More Attorney · Serving Haverhill, MA · 36+ Years Experience
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About John J. LaRivee at a Glance
John J. LaRivee is a Member based in Haverhill, Massachusetts, practicing at Law Office of John J. LaRivee, Esq.. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on wills, probate, personal injury, family law, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1990), New Hampshire (1991), U.S. District Court, District of New Hampshire (1992), and U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts and U.S. Supreme Court (1995). Educated at New England Law School (J.D., 1990) and University of Massachusetts at Lowell (B.A., 1985). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serves clients in Haverhill, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About John J. LaRivee
- Experienced civil practice having included real estate, landlord/tenant, probate,wills, personal injury, products liability, family law, litigation, appeals, business, employment, and disability claims (ERISA and Social Security)
- Recent emphasis on disability claims, personal injury, and the planning and administration of small estates
- Practicing in Massachusetts and New Hampshire
- Attorney/Owner John J. LaRivee, Esq. Member New Hampshire Bar Association, Massachusetts Audubon Society, Mensa, 450th Bomb Group Memorial Association
Practice Areas Explained
John J. LaRivee's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John J. LaRivee handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Haverhill.
Wills in Haverhill
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Probate in Haverhill
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Personal Injury in Haverhill
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
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Family Law in Haverhill
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 in Haverhill
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Haverhill
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 Haverhill 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.
Haverhill Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Haverhill-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 Haverhill Choose John J. LaRivee
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 J. LaRivee's practice in the field of wills, probate, personal injury, family law, and estate planning.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
John J. LaRivee brings 36+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and U.S. District Court, District of New Hampshire, John J. LaRivee can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering wills, probate, and personal injury, John J. LaRivee can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Haverhill
A Haverhill-based practice means John J. LaRivee attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues John J. LaRivee Handles in Haverhill
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