Atty. John M. Souza

Atty. John M. Souza

John M. Souza is a lawyer practicing personal injury law, family law, contracts and business law.

Fall River Fall River 31 yrs experience 31 year
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About John M. Souza at a glance

John M. Souza is a personal injury, family law, and business attorney based in Fall River, Massachusetts. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (Inactive) (1995) and Rhode Island (1996). Educated at New England School of Law J.D William Jennings Bryan College B.S. (—). Serands clients in Fall River, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • John M. Souza is a lawyer practicing personal injury law, family law, contracts and business law
  • John received a degree from New England School of Law, and has been licensed for 31 years
  • John practices in Fall River, MA

Practice Areas Explained

John M. Souza's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

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

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Business & Corporate Law

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

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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 Fall River 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 John M. Souza

Where is John M. Souza's law office located?
John M. Souza's law practice is located in Fall River, Massachusetts. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John M. Souza handle?
John M. Souza focuses on personal injury, family law, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has John M. Souza practiced law?
John M. Souza has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did John M. Souza go to law school?
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Education

New England School of Law J.D William Jennings Bryan College B.S.
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts (Inactive)
Admitted: 1995
Rhode Island
Admitted: 1996

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