Atty. John W. McKean

Atty. John W. McKean

John W. McKean is a lawyer practicing estate planning law.

Boston Boston 49 yrs experience 49 year
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About John W. McKean at a glance

John W. McKean is a estate planning attorney based in Boston, Massachusetts. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1977). Educated at Suffolk University J.D. (—) and Harvard University B.A. (—). Serands clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John W. McKean is a lawyer practicing estate planning law
  • John received a B.A. degree from Harvard University, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • John practices in Boston, MA

Practice Areas Explained

John W. McKean's Areas of Practice

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

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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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 W. McKean's law office located?
John W. McKean's law practice is located in Boston, Massachusetts. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
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John W. McKean focuses on estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has John W. McKean practiced law?
John W. McKean has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
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Practice Areas

Education

Suffolk University J.D.
- In Progress
Harvard University B.A.
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1977

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