Atty. Michael J. Starr
Michael J. Starr is a lawyer practicing family, estate planning, estate administration and 3 other areas of law.
Estate Administration & More Attorney · Serving Boston, MA · 29+ Years Experience
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About Michael J. Starr at a Glance
Michael J. Starr is a trusts, probate, family law, estate planning, and real estate attorney based in Boston, Massachusetts. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1997). Educated at Boston College (J.D., 1997) and Bowdoin College (A.B., 1994). Active member of Massachusetts Bar Associations. Serves clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael J. Starr
- Michael J. Starr is a lawyer practicing family, estate planning, estate administration and 3 other areas of law
- Michael received a A.B. degree from Bowdoin College in 1994, and has been licensed for 29 years
- Michael practices in Boston, MA
Practice Areas Explained
Michael J. Starr's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael J. Starr handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Boston.
Trusts in Boston
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Probate in Boston
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Family Law in Boston
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
Michael J. Starr is one of 185,688 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Massachusetts →
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 J. Starr 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 J. Starr is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate 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 J. Starr
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 J. Starr's practice in the field of trusts, probate, family law, estate planning, and real estate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael J. Starr brings 29+ 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 trusts, probate, and family law, Michael J. Starr 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 J. Starr 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 J. Starr Handles in Boston
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