Atty. Richard P. Schaefer

Atty. Richard P. Schaefer

Richard P. Schaefer is a lawyer practicing business law, real estate, trusts and estates and 2 other areas of law.

Mattapoisett Mattapoisett 58 yrs experience 58 year
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Profile Summary

About Richard P. Schaefer at a glance

Richard P. Schaefer is a Member based in Mattapoisett, Massachusetts, practicing at Schaefer & Kunz, P.C.. They have 58+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1968. Their practice focuses on trusts, estate planning, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in New York (1968) and Massachusetts (1973). Educated at Boston University (LL.M. Fordham, 1978) and Tufts University (B.A., 1963). Serands clients in Mattapoisett, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Richard P. Schaefer is a lawyer practicing business law, real estate, trusts and estates and 2 other areas of law
  • Richard received a B.A. degree from Tufts University in 1963, and has been licensed for 58 years
  • Richard practices at Schaefer & Kunz, P.C. in Mattapoisett, MA

Practice Areas Explained

Richard P. Schaefer's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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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.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Richard P. Schaefer is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Massachusetts →

Real Estate Law

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

Richard P. Schaefer is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate 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 Mattapoisett 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 P. Schaefer

Where is Richard P. Schaefer's law office located?
Richard P. Schaefer's law practice is located in Mattapoisett, Massachusetts. The firm is Schaefer & Kunz, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard P. Schaefer handle?
Richard P. Schaefer focuses on trusts, estate planning, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has Richard P. Schaefer practiced law?
Richard P. Schaefer has 58+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1968.
Where did Richard P. Schaefer go to law school?
Richard P. Schaefer earned their education at (LL.M. Fordham, 1978); (B.A., 1963).
How can I contact Richard P. Schaefer for a consultation?
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Education

LL.M. Fordham
Boston University
- 1978
B.A.
Tufts University
- 1963

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1968
Massachusetts
Admitted: 1973

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