Atty. MaryEllen Donovan

Atty. MaryEllen Donovan

MaryEllen Donovan is a lawyer practicing real estate law, estates law, domestic relations law. MaryEllen received a B.A. degree from Merrimack College in 1981, and has been licensed for 40 years.

Charlestown Charlestown 40 yrs experience 40 year
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Profile Summary

About MaryEllen Donovan at a glance

MaryEllen Donovan is a family law, estate planning, and real estate attorney based in Charlestown, Massachusetts. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1986). Educated at Vermont Law School (J.D., 1986) and Merrimack College (B.A., 1981). Serands clients in Charlestown, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • MaryEllen Donovan is a lawyer practicing real estate law, estates law, domestic relations law
  • MaryEllen received a B.A. degree from Merrimack College in 1981, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • MaryEllen practices in Charlestown, MA

Practice Areas Explained

MaryEllen Donovan's Areas of Practice

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

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

MaryEllen Donovan is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Massachusetts →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

MaryEllen Donovan is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Massachusetts →

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 Charlestown 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 MaryEllen Donovan

Where is MaryEllen Donovan's law office located?
MaryEllen Donovan's law practice is located in Charlestown, Massachusetts. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does MaryEllen Donovan handle?
MaryEllen Donovan focuses on family law, estate planning, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has MaryEllen Donovan practiced law?
MaryEllen Donovan has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did MaryEllen Donovan go to law school?
MaryEllen Donovan earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.A., 1981).
How can I contact MaryEllen Donovan for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Vermont Law School
- 1986
B.A.
Merrimack College
- 1981

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1986

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