Atty. Robert J. Cotton

Atty. Robert J. Cotton

Robert J. Cotton is a lawyer practicing elder law, estate planning, taxation and 6 other areas of law.

Hopkinton Hopkinton 62 yrs experience 62 year
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Profile Summary

About Robert J. Cotton at a glance

Robert J. Cotton is a Member based in Hopkinton, Massachusetts, practicing at Robert J. Cotton. They have 62+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1964. Their practice focuses on divorce, probate, family law, estate planning, and business. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1964), U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts (1965), and Florida (1978). Educated at Boston University (LL.M., 1966) and Harvard University (A.B., 1960). Active member of Boston and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Hopkinton, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Robert J. Cotton is a lawyer practicing elder law, estate planning, taxation and 6 other areas of law
  • Robert received a A.B. degree from Harvard University in 1960, and has been licensed for 62 years
  • Robert practices at Robert J. Cotton in Hopkinton, MA

Practice Areas Explained

Robert J. Cotton's Areas of Practice

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

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

Robert J. Cotton is one of 50,487 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Massachusetts →

Probate

Robert J. Cotton is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Massachusetts →

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

Robert J. Cotton is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Massachusetts →

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.

Robert J. Cotton is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Massachusetts →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Robert J. Cotton is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business 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 Hopkinton 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 J. Cotton

Where is Robert J. Cotton's law office located?
Robert J. Cotton's law practice is located in Hopkinton, Massachusetts. The firm is Robert J. Cotton. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert J. Cotton handle?
Robert J. Cotton focuses on divorce, probate, family law, estate planning, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has Robert J. Cotton practiced law?
Robert J. Cotton has 62+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1964.
Where did Robert J. Cotton go to law school?
Robert J. Cotton earned their education at (LL.M., 1966); (A.B., 1960).
How can I contact Robert J. Cotton for a consultation?
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Education

LL.M.
Boston University
- 1966
A.B.
Harvard University
- 1960

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1964
U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts
Admitted: 1965
Florida
Admitted: 1978

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