Atty. Paul Michael Richardson

Atty. Paul Michael Richardson

Paul Michael Richardson is a lawyer practicing estate planning, probate, real estate and 1 other area of law. Paul received a B.A. degree from University of Massachusetts in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years.

Provincetown Provincetown 41 yrs experience 41 year
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Profile Summary

About Paul Michael Richardson at a glance

Paul Michael Richardson is a probate, estate planning, real estate, and appellate attorney based in Provincetown, Massachusetts. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1985), U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts and U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit (1986), Rhode Island (1993), and New Hampshire (1993). Educated at Northeastern University (J.D., 1985) and University of Massachusetts (B.A., 1982). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Provincetown, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Paul Michael Richardson is a lawyer practicing estate planning, probate, real estate and 1 other area of law
  • Paul received a B.A. degree from University of Massachusetts in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • Paul practices in Provincetown, MA

Practice Areas Explained

Paul Michael Richardson's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

Paul Michael Richardson is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Massachusetts →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Paul Michael Richardson is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Massachusetts →

Real Estate Law

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

Paul Michael Richardson is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Massachusetts →

Appellate Practice

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

Paul Michael Richardson 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 Provincetown 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 Michael Richardson

Where is Paul Michael Richardson's law office located?
Paul Michael Richardson's law practice is located in Provincetown, Massachusetts. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Paul Michael Richardson handle?
Paul Michael Richardson focuses on probate, estate planning, real estate, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has Paul Michael Richardson practiced law?
Paul Michael Richardson has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Paul Michael Richardson go to law school?
Paul Michael Richardson earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.A., 1982).
How can I contact Paul Michael Richardson for a consultation?
You can contact Paul Michael Richardson 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 Paul Michael Richardson received?
Paul Michael Richardson's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Northeastern University
- 1985
B.A.
University of Massachusetts
- 1982

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts and U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit
Admitted: 1986
Rhode Island
Admitted: 1993
New Hampshire
Admitted: 1993

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