Atty. Michelle Raftery

Atty. Michelle Raftery

Michelle Raftery is a lawyer practicing business law, debt finance & capital markets, restructuring & insolvency and 2 other areas of law. Michelle received a B.A. degree from Wellesley College in 1985, and has been licensed for 23 years.

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Profile Summary

About Michelle Raftery at a glance

Michelle Raftery is a Partner based in Boston, Massachusetts, practicing at Locke Lord LLP. They have 23+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2003. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, and bankruptcy. Admitted to practice in New York Massachusetts (2003). Educated at Suffolk University Law School (J.D., 1992) and Wellesley College (B.A., 1985). Active member of Memberships Women's Association of Venture & Equity. Serands clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michelle Raftery is a lawyer practicing business law, debt finance & capital markets, restructuring & insolvency and 2 other areas of law
  • Michelle received a B.A. degree from Wellesley College in 1985, and has been licensed for 23 years
  • Michelle practices at Locke Lord LLP in Boston, MA and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

Michelle Raftery's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

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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 Michelle Raftery

Where is Michelle Raftery's law office located?
Michelle Raftery's law practice is located in Boston, Massachusetts. The firm is Locke Lord LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michelle Raftery handle?
Michelle Raftery focuses on business, real estate, bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has Michelle Raftery practiced law?
Michelle Raftery has 23+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2003.
Where did Michelle Raftery go to law school?
Michelle Raftery earned their education at (J.D., 1992); (B.A., 1985).
How can I contact Michelle Raftery for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Suffolk University Law School
- 1992
B.A.
Wellesley College
- 1985

Bar Admissions

New York Massachusetts
Admitted: 2003

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