Atty. Kriss Basil

Atty. Kriss Basil

Kriss Basil is a lawyer practicing civil rights, environmental and natural resources, litigation and 2 other areas of law. Kriss received a Ph.D. degree from Harvard University in 2002, and has been licensed for 18 years.

Boston Boston 18 Years Experience 18 year
Call (857) 702-2964

Profile Summary

About Kriss Basil at a glance

Kriss Basil is an Asst. Atty. Gen. based in Boston, Massachusetts. They have 18+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2008. Their practice focuses on business, litigation, civil rights, environmental, and government. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (2008), U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts (2009), and U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit (2010). Educated at Harvard Law School (J.D., 2008) and Harvard University (Ph.D. English, 2002). Serves clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Kriss Basil is a lawyer practicing civil rights, environmental and natural resources, litigation and 2 other areas of law
  • Kriss received a Ph.D. degree from Harvard University in 2002, and has been licensed for 18 years
  • Kriss practices in Boston, MA

Practice Areas Explained

Kriss Basil's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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Civil Litigation

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Civil Rights

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Environmental Law

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Government & Administrative Law

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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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Kriss Basil

Where is Kriss Basil's law office located?
Kriss Basil's law practice is located in Boston, Massachusetts. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Kriss Basil handle?
Kriss Basil focuses on business, litigation, civil rights, environmental, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has Kriss Basil practiced law?
Kriss Basil has 18+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2008.
Where did Kriss Basil go to law school?
Kriss Basil earned their education at (J.D., 2008); (Ph.D. English, 2002).
How can I contact Kriss Basil for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Harvard Law School
- 2008
Ph.D. English
Harvard University
- 2002

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 2008
U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts
Admitted: 2009
U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit
Admitted: 2010

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