Atty. John Phillips Connelly

Atty. John Phillips Connelly

John Phillips Connelly is a lawyer practicing litigation, construction / development, insurance. John received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years.

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Profile Summary

About John Phillips Connelly at a glance

John Phillips Connelly is a Partner based in Boston, Massachusetts, practicing at Hinckley, Allen & Snyder LLP. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on litigation and insurance. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1985), U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts (1986), and U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit (1987). Educated at Boston College (J.D., 1985) and Yale University (B.A., 1982). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Boston, Massachusetts and American (Vice-Chair, Fidelity and Surety Law Committee of the Tort and Insurance Practice Section, 2001—) Bar Associations. Serands clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John Phillips Connelly is a lawyer practicing litigation, construction / development, insurance
  • John received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • John practices at Hinckley, Allen & Snyder LLP in Boston, MA

Practice Areas Explained

John Phillips Connelly's Areas of Practice

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

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 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 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 Phillips Connelly

Where is John Phillips Connelly's law office located?
John Phillips Connelly's law practice is located in Boston, Massachusetts. The firm is Hinckley, Allen & Snyder LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Phillips Connelly handle?
John Phillips Connelly focuses on litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has John Phillips Connelly practiced law?
John Phillips Connelly has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did John Phillips Connelly go to law school?
John Phillips Connelly earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.A., 1982).
How can I contact John Phillips Connelly for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John Phillips Connelly received?
John Phillips Connelly's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Boston College
- 1985
B.A.
Yale University
- 1982

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts
Admitted: 1986
U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit
Admitted: 1987

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