Atty. Michael B. McCarthy
Michael B. McCarthy is a lawyer practicing estate planning, elder law, real estate and 1 other area of law.
Elder Law & More Attorney · Serving Boston, MA · 19+ Years Experience
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About Michael B. McCarthy at a Glance
Michael B. McCarthy is a estate planning, real estate, elder law, and health care attorney based in Boston, Massachusetts. They have 19+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2007. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (2007). Educated at Massachusetts School of Law at Andover (JD, 2007). Serves clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael B. McCarthy
- Michael B. McCarthy is a lawyer practicing estate planning, elder law, real estate and 1 other area of law
- Michael has been licensed for 19 years
- Michael practices in Boston, MA
Practice Areas Explained
Michael B. McCarthy's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael B. McCarthy handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Boston.
Estate Planning & Probate in Boston
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Michael B. McCarthy is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Massachusetts →
Real Estate Law in Boston
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Michael B. McCarthy is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Massachusetts →
Elder Law in Boston
Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.
Michael B. McCarthy is one of 52,999 elder law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse elder law attorneys in Massachusetts →
Health Care Law in Boston
Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.
Michael B. McCarthy is one of 66,157 health care attorneys indexed nationally. Browse health care attorneys in Massachusetts →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Boston
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.
Boston Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Boston-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Boston Choose Michael B. McCarthy
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Michael B. McCarthy's practice in the field of estate planning, real estate, elder law, and health care.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael B. McCarthy brings 19+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering estate planning, real estate, and elder law, Michael B. McCarthy can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Boston
A Boston-based practice means Michael B. McCarthy attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Michael B. McCarthy Handles in Boston
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Michael B. McCarthy has experience with under Massachusetts law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Michael B. McCarthy directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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