Atty. Jonathan Bell

Atty. Jonathan Bell

Jonathan Bell acts as counselor to publicly and privately held clients throughout the United States, including businesses focused on food manufacturing, alternative energy, biotechnology, electronics, general manufacturing and retail. He has wide-ranging experience in international transactions, including overseas acquisitions, public offerings, financings, and licensing and distribution agreements.

Boston Boston 47 Years Experience 47 year
Call (617) 310-6038

Profile Summary

About Jonathan Bell at a glance

Jonathan Bell is a Shareholder based in Boston, Massachusetts, practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on business and m&a. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1979) and Rhode Island (1988). Educated at Columbia Law School (J.D., 1979) and Johns Hopkins University (B.A., 1978). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Professional & Community Involvement Chairman, Station Family Fund Member, Massachusetts Bar Association Member, Rhode Island Bar Association. Serves clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Jonathan Bell acts as counselor to publicly and privately held clients throughout the United States, including businesses focused on food manufacturing, alternative energy, biotechnology, electronics, general manufacturing and retail
  • He has wide-ranging experience in international transactions, including overseas acquisitions, public offerings, financings, and licensing and distribution agreements
  • Jonathan practiced in London for several years, and has represented clients in transactions in more than 30 countries as well as in all major business centers
  • Concentrations •General corporate and securities law •Business planning •Buying and selling of businesses •International acquisition and financing •International maritime transactions Recognition & Leadership Awards & Accolades •Listed, Thomson-Reuters, 'Stand-Out Lawyers,' 2022 •Listed, Boston magazine, 'Top Lawyers - Corporate Law,' 2022-2023 •Listed, Acritas Stars Independently Rated Lawyers, 'Star Lawyers,' 2020-2021 •Team Member, Corporate Board Member magazine and FTI Consulting Inc., one of 'America’s Best Corporate Law Firms,' 13th Annual Legal Industry Study, 2013 •Rated, AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5.0

Practice Areas Explained

Jonathan Bell's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

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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 venue, 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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Common questions about Jonathan Bell

Where is Jonathan Bell's law office located?
Jonathan Bell's law practice is located in Boston, Massachusetts. The firm is Greenberg Traurig, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jonathan Bell handle?
Jonathan Bell focuses on business, m&a. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has Jonathan Bell practiced law?
Jonathan Bell has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did Jonathan Bell go to law school?
Jonathan Bell earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.A., 1978).
How can I contact Jonathan Bell for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Jonathan Bell received?
Jonathan Bell's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Columbia Law School
- 1979
B.A.
Johns Hopkins University
- 1978

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1979
Rhode Island
Admitted: 1988

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