Atty. Richard L. Edwards

Atty. Richard L. Edwards

Richard L. Edwards is a lawyer practicing personal injury, construction & development, litigation and 1 other area of law.

Boston Boston 46 yrs experience 46 year
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About Richard L. Edwards at a glance

Richard L. Edwards is a personal injury, product liability, and litigation attorney based in Boston, Massachusetts. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1980), U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts (1981), U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit (1983), and U.S. Supreme Court (1985). Educated at Northeastern University School of Law (J.D., 1980) and Lehigh University (B.S.I.E., 1966). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Chair, Products Liability Committee, 1997-1999) Massachusetts Defense Lawyers' Association Society of Automotive Engineers Association for the Advancement of Automotive Medicine Product Liability Advisory Council International Association of Defense Couns, Boston, Massachusetts and American Bar Associations Defense Research Institute. Serands clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Richard L. Edwards is a lawyer practicing personal injury, construction & development, litigation and 1 other area of law
  • Richard received a B.S.I.E. degree from Lehigh University in 1966, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Richard practices in Boston, MA

Practice Areas Explained

Richard L. Edwards's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Richard L. Edwards is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Massachusetts →

Product Liability

Richard L. Edwards is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Massachusetts →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Richard L. Edwards is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation 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 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

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Where is Richard L. Edwards's law office located?
Richard L. Edwards's law practice is located in Boston, Massachusetts. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard L. Edwards handle?
Richard L. Edwards focuses on personal injury, product liability, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has Richard L. Edwards practiced law?
Richard L. Edwards has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Richard L. Edwards go to law school?
Richard L. Edwards earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.S.I.E., 1966).
How can I contact Richard L. Edwards for a consultation?
You can contact Richard L. Edwards 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 Richard L. Edwards received?
Richard L. Edwards's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Northeastern University School of Law
- 1980
B.S.I.E.
Lehigh University
- 1966

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1980
U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts
Admitted: 1981
U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit
Admitted: 1983
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, District of Connecticut
Admitted: 1998

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