Atty. Joseph D. Bernard
Joseph D. Bernard is a lawyer practicing criminal, criminal defense, personal injury and 2 other areas of law.
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Joseph D. Bernard is a Member based in Springfield, Massachusetts, practicing at Law Office of Joseph D. Bernard. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on car accidents, dui/dwi, personal injury, and criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1991) and U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit (1993). Educated at Western New England College School of Law (J.D., 1990) and Clark University (B.A., 1986). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Massachusetts Bar Association Massachusetts Academy for Trial Lawyers National Association for Criminal Defense Lawyers. Serands clients in Springfield, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Joseph D. Bernard is a lawyer practicing criminal, criminal defense, personal injury and 2 other areas of law
- Joseph received a B.A. degree from Clark University in 1986, and has been licensed for 35 years
- Joseph practices at Law Office of Joseph D. Bernard in Springfield, MA
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Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.
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Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
Joseph D. Bernard is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Massachusetts →
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
Joseph D. Bernard is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Massachusetts →
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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 Springfield 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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