Atty. Richard E. Connolly

Atty. Richard E. Connolly

Richard E. Connolly is a lawyer practicing juvenile law, special education, human services organizations.

Melrose Melrose 41 yrs experience 41 year
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Profile Summary

About Richard E. Connolly at a glance

Richard E. Connolly is a Member based in Melrose, Massachusetts, practicing at Richard E. Connolly. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on juvenile and education. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1985) and U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts and U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit (1986). Educated at New England School of Law (J.D., 1984) and University of Notre Dame (A.B., 1969). Serands clients in Melrose, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Richard E. Connolly is a lawyer practicing juvenile law, special education, human services organizations
  • Richard received a A.B. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1969, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • Richard practices at Richard E. Connolly in Melrose, MA

Practice Areas Explained

Richard E. Connolly's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Richard E. Connolly handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Juvenile Law

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Education Law

Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student rights.

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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 Melrose 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 Richard E. Connolly

Where is Richard E. Connolly's law office located?
Richard E. Connolly's law practice is located in Melrose, Massachusetts. The firm is Richard E. Connolly. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard E. Connolly handle?
Richard E. Connolly focuses on juvenile, education. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has Richard E. Connolly practiced law?
Richard E. Connolly has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Richard E. Connolly go to law school?
Richard E. Connolly earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (A.B., 1969).
How can I contact Richard E. Connolly for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
New England School of Law
- 1984
A.B.
University of Notre Dame
- 1969

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts and U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit
Admitted: 1986

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