Atty. Ronald Rappaport

Atty. Ronald Rappaport

Ronald Rappaport is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, municipal law, real estate law. Ronald received a B.A. degree from Stanford University in 1971, and has been licensed for 51 years.

Edgartown Edgartown 51 yrs experience 51 year
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Profile Summary

About Ronald Rappaport at a glance

Ronald Rappaport is a Managing Director based in Edgartown, Massachusetts, practicing at Reynolds, Rappaport, Kaplan & Hackney, LLC. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on real estate, litigation, and government. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1975) and U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts and U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit (1976). Educated at Boston College (J.D., 1975) and Stanford University (B.A., 1971). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Dukes County and Massachusetts Bar Associations City Solicitors and Town Counsel Association. Serands clients in Edgartown, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Ronald Rappaport is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, municipal law, real estate law
  • Ronald received a B.A. degree from Stanford University in 1971, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • Ronald practices at Reynolds, Rappaport, Kaplan & Hackney, LLC in Edgartown, MA

Practice Areas Explained

Ronald Rappaport's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Ronald Rappaport 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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Civil Litigation

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

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Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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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 Edgartown 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 Ronald Rappaport

Where is Ronald Rappaport's law office located?
Ronald Rappaport's law practice is located in Edgartown, Massachusetts. The firm is Reynolds, Rappaport, Kaplan & Hackney, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Ronald Rappaport handle?
Ronald Rappaport focuses on real estate, litigation, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has Ronald Rappaport practiced law?
Ronald Rappaport has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did Ronald Rappaport go to law school?
Ronald Rappaport earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (B.A., 1971).
How can I contact Ronald Rappaport for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Ronald Rappaport received?
Ronald Rappaport's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Boston College
- 1975
B.A.
Stanford University
- 1971

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1975
U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts and U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit
Admitted: 1976

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