Atty. Paul DeTurk

Atty. Paul DeTurk

Paul focuses his practice on sophisticated private company transactions and corporate governance. My focus I partner with companies to help them achieve their goals through the acquisition and disposition of businesses, investment in new technologies, and thoughtful collaboration with third parties.

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Profile Summary

About Paul DeTurk at a glance

Paul DeTurk is a business and m&a attorney based in Boston, Massachusetts, practicing at Nixon Peabody LLP. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts, Massachusetts Bar Association, New Hampshire, New Hampshire Bar Association, New York, New York State Bar Association, and Pennsylvania, Pennsylvania Bar Association. Educated at New York University (J.D., 2016) and University of New Hampshire (B.A./M.A.). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law (2026) and Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law (2026). Serands clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Paul focuses his practice on sophisticated private company transactions and corporate governance
  • My focus I partner with companies to help them achieve their goals through the acquisition and disposition of businesses, investment in new technologies, and thoughtful collaboration with third parties
  • Much of my work involves drafting and negotiating acquisition agreements and efficiently managing transaction processes
  • Looking ahead The use of representation and warranty insurance in transactions as a tool to shift risk from the parties to a third-party insurer will become even more widespread

Practice Areas Explained

Paul DeTurk's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Paul DeTurk 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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Mergers & Acquisitions

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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 Paul DeTurk

Where is Paul DeTurk's law office located?
Paul DeTurk's law practice is located in Boston, Massachusetts. The firm is Nixon Peabody LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Paul DeTurk handle?
Paul DeTurk focuses on business, m&a. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
Where did Paul DeTurk go to law school?
Paul DeTurk earned their education at (J.D., 2016); (B.A./M.A.).
How can I contact Paul DeTurk for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Paul DeTurk received?
Paul DeTurk's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law; Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law.

Education

J.D.
New York University
- 2016
B.A./M.A.
University of New Hampshire
- In Progress

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts, Massachusetts Bar Association
New Hampshire, New Hampshire Bar Association
New York, New York State Bar Association
Pennsylvania, Pennsylvania Bar Association

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