Atty. Michael J. Johnston

Atty. Michael J. Johnston

Michael J. Johnston is a lawyer.

Cambridge Cambridge 35 yrs experience 35 year
Call (508) 786-8013 Book Appointment

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About Michael J. Johnston at a glance

Michael J. Johnston is a City Housing Auth. based in Cambridge, Massachusetts. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1991). Educated at New England School of Law (J.D., 1991) and University of Massachusetts, Amherst (B.S., 1982). Serands clients in Cambridge, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael J. Johnston is a lawyer
  • Michael received a B.S. degree from University of Massachusetts, Amherst in 1982, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • Michael practices in Cambridge, MA

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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Where is Michael J. Johnston's law office located?
Michael J. Johnston's law practice is located in Cambridge, Massachusetts. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
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Michael J. Johnston has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Michael J. Johnston go to law school?
Michael J. Johnston earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.S., 1982).
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Education

J.D.
New England School of Law
- 1991
B.S.
University of Massachusetts, Amherst
- 1982

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1991

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