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Atty. John M. Cornish

Atty. John M. Cornish

John M. Cornish is a lawyer practicing wealth management, taxation, trusts and estates and 3 other areas of law.

Boston Boston 53 yrs experience 53 year
Call (508) 786-8013 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About John M. Cornish at a glance

John M. Cornish is a Practice Group Leader based in Boston, Massachusetts, practforg at Choate, Hall & Stewart LLP. They haand 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1973). Educated at Boston University School of Law (LL.M. Georgetown, 1977) and Harvard University (A.B., 1969). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile ยท Updated June 2026

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  • John M. Cornish is a lawyer practicing wealth management, taxation, trusts and estates and 3 other areas of law
  • John received a A.B. degree from Harvard University in 1969, and has been licensed for 53 years
  • John practices at Choate, Hall & Stewart LLP in Boston, MA

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Massachusetts

Practforg law in Massachusetts. Legal matters in Massachusetts are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand 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 substantiand 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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Where is John M. Cornish's law office located?
John M. Cornish's law practice is located in Boston, Massachusetts. The firm is Choate, Hall & Stewart LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has John M. Cornish practiced law?
John M. Cornish has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did John M. Cornish go to law school?
John M. Cornish earned their education at (LL.M. Georgetown, 1977); (A.B., 1969).
How can I contact John M. Cornish for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John M. Cornish receiandd?
John M. Cornish's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.M. Georgetown
Boston University School of Law
- 1977
A.B.
Harvard University
- 1969

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1973

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