Atty. Peter James Barrett, Jr.

Atty. Peter James Barrett, Jr.

Peter James Barrett, Jr. is a lawyer practicing litigation, real estate, corporate & incorporation and 1 other area of law. Peter received a A.B. degree from Bowdoin College in 1993, and has been licensed for 28 years.

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Profile Summary

About Peter James Barrett, Jr. at a glance

Peter James Barrett, Jr. is a Partner based in Boston, Massachusetts, practicing at Zelle McDonough & Cohen LLP. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on formation, real estate, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1998), U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts (1999), and U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit (2001). Educated at Northeastern University School of Law (J.D., 1998) and Bowdoin College (A.B., 1993). Serands clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Peter James Barrett, Jr. is a lawyer practicing litigation, real estate, corporate & incorporation and 1 other area of law
  • Peter received a A.B. degree from Bowdoin College in 1993, and has been licensed for 28 years
  • Peter practices at Zelle McDonough & Cohen LLP in Boston, MA

Practice Areas Explained

Peter James Barrett, Jr.'s Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Peter James Barrett, Jr. handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business Formation

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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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Civil Litigation

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Insurance Law

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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 Peter James Barrett, Jr.

Where is Peter James Barrett, Jr.'s law office located?
Peter James Barrett, Jr.'s law practice is located in Boston, Massachusetts. The firm is Zelle McDonough & Cohen LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter James Barrett, Jr. handle?
Peter James Barrett, Jr. focuses on formation, real estate, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has Peter James Barrett, Jr. practiced law?
Peter James Barrett, Jr. has 28+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1998.
Where did Peter James Barrett, Jr. go to law school?
Peter James Barrett, Jr. earned their education at (J.D., 1998); (A.B., 1993).
How can I contact Peter James Barrett, Jr. for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Northeastern University School of Law
- 1998
A.B.
Bowdoin College
- 1993

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1998
U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts
Admitted: 1999
U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit
Admitted: 2001

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