Atty. Michael P. Connolly
Located in Boston, Massachusetts, Michael Connolly focuses his legal practice on commercial litigation at Harris Beach Murtha. His work involves representing owners and managers of family-owned and closely held businesses in disputes related to LLC operating agreements, shareholder agreements, and partnership agreements.
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Michael P. Connolly is a business and litigation attorney based in Boston, Massachusetts, practicing at Harris Beach Murtha. Educated at New England Law | Boston (—, 1997). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026). Serands clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Located in Boston, Massachusetts, Michael Connolly focuses his legal practice on commercial litigation at Harris Beach Murtha
- His work involves representing owners and managers of family-owned and closely held businesses in disputes related to LLC operating agreements, shareholder agreements, and partnership agreements
- Michael has a broad background in handling litigation involving director and officer liability claims that arise from company management and operations
- He is also experienced in addressing internal disputes related to business valuations, corporate distributions, and access to information within a company
- Michael also represents clients in matters related to contracts and trade practices, including business asset purchase and sale agreements, commercial leases, financing and franchise agreements, as well as disputes over trademarks, trade secrets, and other confidential business information
- His clients span a diverse range of industries, such as manufacturing, real estate, nonprofits, automotive, restaurant, and professional services
- Understanding how disputes can divert attention from business objectives, Michael is committed to pursuing prompt and effective resolutions for his clients, whether the issue is minor or involves substantial legal challenges
- His practice includes significant experience with mediation, arbitrations, administrative proceedings, and litigation in both state and federal courts
- For more information, visit Michael's profile on the Harris Beach Murtha website
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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 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 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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