Atty. John W. Sears
John W. Sears is a lawyer practicing trust law, estate planning law.
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John W. Sears is a trusts and estate planning attorney based in Boston, Massachusetts. They have 67+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1959. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1959). Educated at Harvard University J.D. (—) and Harvard University A.B. (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- John W. Sears is a lawyer practicing trust law, estate planning law
- John received a A.B. degree from Harvard University, and has been licensed for 67 years
- John practices in Boston, MA
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John W. Sears is one of 104,172 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Massachusetts →
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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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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