Atty. Michael P Duffy

Atty. Michael P Duffy

Michael P Duffy is a lawyer practicing litigation, insurance, appeals. Michael received a B.A. degree from University of Rhode Island in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years.

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Profile Summary

About Michael P Duffy at a glance

Michael P Duffy is a Partner based in Boston, Massachusetts, practicing at Peabody & Arnold. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on litigation, insurance, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1982), U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts (1983), U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit (1989), and Rhode Island U.S. District Court, District of Rhode Island U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit (1992). Educated at Harvard Law School (J.D., 1982) and University of Rhode Island (B.A., 1979). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Rhode Island and Massachusetts Bar Associations Massachusetts Association of City Solicitors and Town Counsels. Serands clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael P Duffy is a lawyer practicing litigation, insurance, appeals
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from University of Rhode Island in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • Michael practices at Peabody & Arnold in Boston, MA and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

Michael P Duffy's Areas of Practice

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

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

Michael P Duffy is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in Massachusetts →

Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

Michael P Duffy is one of 86,319 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate 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 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael P Duffy

Where is Michael P Duffy's law office located?
Michael P Duffy's law practice is located in Boston, Massachusetts. The firm is Peabody & Arnold. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael P Duffy handle?
Michael P Duffy focuses on litigation, insurance, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has Michael P Duffy practiced law?
Michael P Duffy has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Michael P Duffy go to law school?
Michael P Duffy earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.A., 1979).
How can I contact Michael P Duffy for a consultation?
You can contact Michael P Duffy directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Michael P Duffy received?
Michael P Duffy's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Harvard Law School
- 1982
B.A.
University of Rhode Island
- 1979

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts
Admitted: 1983
U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit
Admitted: 1989
Rhode Island U.S. District Court, District of Rhode Island U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit
Admitted: 1992

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