Atty. Richard Zelinka

Atty. Richard Zelinka

Richard Zelinka is a lawyer practicing real estate law, construction law, public contracts and 1 other area of law. Richard received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Buffalo in 1973, and has been licensed for 49 years.

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About Richard Zelinka at a glance

Richard Zelinka is a Counsel based in Boston, Massachusetts, practicing at Sullivan & Worcester LLP. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on contracts, real estate, and construction. Admitted to practice in New York (1977) and Massachusetts U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York U.S. District Court, Southern Distri (1986). Educated at George Washington University Law School (J.D., 1976) and State University of New York at Buffalo (B.A., 1973). Active member of Boston Bar Association. Serands clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Richard Zelinka is a lawyer practicing real estate law, construction law, public contracts and 1 other area of law
  • Richard received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Buffalo in 1973, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • Richard practices at Sullivan & Worcester LLP in Boston, MA

Practice Areas Explained

Richard Zelinka's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

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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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Construction 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 Richard Zelinka

Where is Richard Zelinka's law office located?
Richard Zelinka's law practice is located in Boston, Massachusetts. The firm is Sullivan & Worcester LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard Zelinka handle?
Richard Zelinka focuses on contracts, real estate, construction. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has Richard Zelinka practiced law?
Richard Zelinka has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did Richard Zelinka go to law school?
Richard Zelinka earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (B.A., 1973).
How can I contact Richard Zelinka for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
George Washington University Law School
- 1976
B.A.
State University of New York at Buffalo
- 1973

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1977
Massachusetts U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York U.S. District Court, Southern Distri
Admitted: 1986

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