Atty. Paul A. Rufo

Atty. Paul A. Rufo

Phi Delta Phi. Associate Editor, Suffolk University Law Review, 1978-1979.

Boston Boston 47 yrs experience 47 year
Call (617) 228-4401 Book Appointment

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About Paul A. Rufo at a glance

Paul A. Rufo is a Partner based in Boston, Massachusetts, practicing at Smith Duggan Cornell & Gollub LLP. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on real estate and litigation. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1979), Rhode Island (1979), and Connecticut (1980). Educated at Suffolk University (J.D., 1979) and Boston University (B.S., 1976). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Rhode Island, Connecticut and American Bar Associations The Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Serands clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Phi Delta Phi
  • Associate Editor, Suffolk University Law Review, 1978-1979
  • Law Clerk, Supreme Court of Rhode Island, 1979-1980

Practice Areas Explained

Paul A. Rufo's Areas of Practice

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

Real Estate Law

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

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Civil Litigation

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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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Where is Paul A. Rufo's law office located?
Paul A. Rufo's law practice is located in Boston, Massachusetts. The firm is Smith Duggan Cornell & Gollub LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Paul A. Rufo handle?
Paul A. Rufo focuses on real estate, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has Paul A. Rufo practiced law?
Paul A. Rufo has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did Paul A. Rufo go to law school?
Paul A. Rufo earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.S., 1976).
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What awards or recognition has Paul A. Rufo received?
Paul A. Rufo's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Suffolk University
- 1979
B.S.
Boston University
- 1976

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1979
Rhode Island
Admitted: 1979
Connecticut
Admitted: 1980

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