Atty. Lawrence Joel Appleman

Atty. Lawrence Joel Appleman

Lawrence Joel Appleman is a lawyer practicing computers and software, civil rights, criminal law and 5 other areas of law. Lawrence received a B.S. degree from Massachusetts Institute of Technology in 1987, and has been licensed for 35 years.

Cambridge Cambridge 35 yrs experience 35 year
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About Lawrence Joel Appleman at a glance

Lawrence Joel Appleman is a Member based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, practicing at Lawrence J. Appleman. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, ip, civil rights, consumer, and internet. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1991), Illinois (1992), and District of Columbia (1994). Educated at New England School of Law (J.D., 1991) and Massachusetts Institute of Technology (B.S., 1987). Active member of American, Boston, Chicago, Massachusetts and Illinois State Bar Associations. Serands clients in Cambridge, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Lawrence Joel Appleman is a lawyer practicing computers and software, civil rights, criminal law and 5 other areas of law
  • Lawrence received a B.S. degree from Massachusetts Institute of Technology in 1987, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • Lawrence practices at Lawrence J. Appleman in Cambridge, MA

Practice Areas Explained

Lawrence Joel Appleman's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

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Civil Rights

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Consumer Protection

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Internet & Cyber 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 Cambridge 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Lawrence Joel Appleman

Where is Lawrence Joel Appleman's law office located?
Lawrence Joel Appleman's law practice is located in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The firm is Lawrence J. Appleman. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Lawrence Joel Appleman handle?
Lawrence Joel Appleman focuses on criminal defense, ip, civil rights, consumer, internet. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has Lawrence Joel Appleman practiced law?
Lawrence Joel Appleman has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Lawrence Joel Appleman go to law school?
Lawrence Joel Appleman earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.S., 1987).
How can I contact Lawrence Joel Appleman for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
New England School of Law
- 1991
B.S.
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
- 1987

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1991
Illinois
Admitted: 1992
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1994

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