Atty. Robert J. Coughlin
Robert J. Coughlin is a lawyer practicing banking law, structured finance law, securities law and 1 other area of law.
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Robert J. Coughlin is a Partner based in Boston, Massachusetts, practicing at Nixon Peabody LLP. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on business, securities, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1980) and U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts (1981). Educated at Boston University (J.D., 1980) and Boston College (A.B., 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Boston, Massachusetts and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Robert J. Coughlin is a lawyer practicing banking law, structured finance law, securities law and 1 other area of law
- Robert received a A.B. degree from Boston College in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years
- Robert practices at Nixon Peabody LLP in Boston, MA
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Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.
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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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