Atty. John M. Updegraph III

Atty. John M. Updegraph III

John M. Updegraph III is a lawyer practicing litigation, family, appeals and 4 other areas of law.

Topsfield Topsfield 33 yrs experience 33 year
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About John M. Updegraph III at a glance

John M. Updegraph III is a Member based in Topsfield, Massachusetts, practicing at John M. Updegraph, PC. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on family law, real estate, hoa, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1993), U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts and U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit (1999), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit (2002). Educated at Boston College Law School (J.D., 1993) and Middlebury College (B.A. State, 1984). Active member of Essex County and Massachusetts Bar Associations Real Estate Bar Association of Massachusetts. Serands clients in Topsfield, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • John M. Updegraph III is a lawyer practicing litigation, family, appeals and 4 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from Middlebury College in 1984, and has been licensed for 33 years
  • John practices at John M. Updegraph, PC in Topsfield, MA

Practice Areas Explained

John M. Updegraph III's Areas of Practice

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

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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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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HOA & Condominium Law

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Civil Litigation

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Insurance 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 Topsfield 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. Updegraph III

Where is John M. Updegraph III's law office located?
John M. Updegraph III's law practice is located in Topsfield, Massachusetts. The firm is John M. Updegraph, PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John M. Updegraph III handle?
John M. Updegraph III focuses on family law, real estate, hoa, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has John M. Updegraph III practiced law?
John M. Updegraph III has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did John M. Updegraph III go to law school?
John M. Updegraph III earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (B.A. State, 1984).
How can I contact John M. Updegraph III for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Boston College Law School
- 1993
B.A. State
Middlebury College
- 1984

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1993
U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts and U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit
Admitted: 1999
U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit
Admitted: 2002

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