Atty. John Rao

Atty. John Rao

John Rao is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy / chapter 13. John received a B.A. degree from Boston University in 1978, and has been licensed for 44 years.

Boston Boston 44 yrs experience 44 year
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About John Rao at a glance

John Rao is a chapter 13 and bankruptcy attorney based in Boston, Massachusetts. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Admitted to practice in Rhode Island (1982). Educated at Hastings College of Law (J.D., 1982) and Boston University (B.A., 1978). Serands clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John Rao is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy / chapter 13
  • John received a B.A. degree from Boston University in 1978, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • John practices in Boston, MA

Practice Areas Explained

John Rao's Areas of Practice

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

Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

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Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

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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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Where is John Rao's law office located?
John Rao's law practice is located in Boston, Massachusetts. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Rao handle?
John Rao focuses on chapter 13, bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has John Rao practiced law?
John Rao has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did John Rao go to law school?
John Rao earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.A., 1978).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Hastings College of Law
- 1982
B.A.
Boston University
- 1978

Bar Admissions

Rhode Island
Admitted: 1982

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