Atty. Robert Edward McDonnell

Atty. Robert Edward McDonnell

Robert Edward McDonnell is a lawyer practicing land use & zoning, real estate, environmental litigation. Robert received a degree from Stanford University in 1973, and has been licensed for 45 years.

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Profile Summary

About Robert Edward McDonnell at a glance

Robert Edward McDonnell is a Partner based in Boston, Massachusetts, practicing at Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on real estate, zoning, and litigation. Admitted to practice in California (1981), Massachusetts U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit (1983), and Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts U.S. District Co (1983). Educated at Stanford University (Bachelor, 1973). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Robert Edward McDonnell is a lawyer practicing land use & zoning, real estate, environmental litigation
  • Robert received a degree from Stanford University in 1973, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • Robert practices at Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP in Boston, MA

Practice Areas Explained

Robert Edward McDonnell's Areas of Practice

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

Real Estate Law

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

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Land Use & Zoning

Robert Edward McDonnell is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Massachusetts →

Civil Litigation

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

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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 Robert Edward McDonnell

Where is Robert Edward McDonnell's law office located?
Robert Edward McDonnell's law practice is located in Boston, Massachusetts. The firm is Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert Edward McDonnell handle?
Robert Edward McDonnell focuses on real estate, zoning, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has Robert Edward McDonnell practiced law?
Robert Edward McDonnell has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Robert Edward McDonnell go to law school?
Robert Edward McDonnell earned their education at (Bachelor, 1973).
How can I contact Robert Edward McDonnell for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Robert Edward McDonnell received?
Robert Edward McDonnell's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

Bachelor
Stanford University
- 1973

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1981
Massachusetts U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit
Admitted: 1983
Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts U.S. District Co
Admitted: 1983

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