Atty. Paul W. Goodale

Atty. Paul W. Goodale

Paul W. Goodale is a lawyer practicing insurance law, insurance defense, commercial litigation and 1 other area of law.

Boston Boston 49 yrs experience 49 year
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Profile Summary

About Paul W. Goodale at a glance

Paul W. Goodale is an Office of Disability Adjudication & Review based in Boston, Massachusetts. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on business, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1977), U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts and U.S. District Court, District of Rhode Island (1978), District of Columbia (1980), and U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia (1982). Educated at Suffolk University (J.D., 1977) and Cornell University (B.A., 1974). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Paul W. Goodale is a lawyer practicing insurance law, insurance defense, commercial litigation and 1 other area of law
  • Paul received a B.A. degree from Cornell University in 1974, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • Paul practices in Boston, MA

Practice Areas Explained

Paul W. Goodale's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Paul W. Goodale 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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Civil Litigation

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Insurance Law

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

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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 W. Goodale

Where is Paul W. Goodale's law office located?
Paul W. Goodale's law practice is located in Boston, Massachusetts. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Paul W. Goodale handle?
Paul W. Goodale focuses on business, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has Paul W. Goodale practiced law?
Paul W. Goodale has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did Paul W. Goodale go to law school?
Paul W. Goodale earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.A., 1974).
How can I contact Paul W. Goodale for a consultation?
You can contact Paul W. Goodale 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 W. Goodale received?
Paul W. Goodale's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Suffolk University
- 1977
B.A.
Cornell University
- 1974

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1977
U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts and U.S. District Court, District of Rhode Island
Admitted: 1978
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1980
U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia
Admitted: 1982
U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit
Admitted: 1984
Rhode Island
Admitted: 1989

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