Atty. Samuel M. Shafner

Atty. Samuel M. Shafner

Samuel M. Shafner is a lawyer practicing general practice, business & commercial, international practice and 4 other areas of law.

Boston Boston 47 yrs experience 47 year
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Profile Summary

About Samuel M. Shafner at a glance

Samuel M. Shafner is a Partner based in Boston, Massachusetts, practicing at Burns & Levinson LLP. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on business, securities, and international. Admitted to practice in New York (1979), U.S. District Court, Southern and Eastern Districts of New York (1979), and Massachusetts (1982). Educated at Boston University School of Law (J.D., 1978) and Columbia College (B.A., 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Samuel M. Shafner is a lawyer practicing general practice, business & commercial, international practice and 4 other areas of law
  • Samuel received a B.A. degree from Columbia College in 1975, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • Samuel practices at Burns & Levinson LLP in Boston, MA

Practice Areas Explained

Samuel M. Shafner's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Securities Law

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International Law

International law attorneys for cross-border transactions, trade, foreign investment, and treaties.

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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 Samuel M. Shafner

Where is Samuel M. Shafner's law office located?
Samuel M. Shafner's law practice is located in Boston, Massachusetts. The firm is Burns & Levinson LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Samuel M. Shafner handle?
Samuel M. Shafner focuses on business, securities, international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has Samuel M. Shafner practiced law?
Samuel M. Shafner has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did Samuel M. Shafner go to law school?
Samuel M. Shafner earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.A., 1975).
How can I contact Samuel M. Shafner for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Samuel M. Shafner received?
Samuel M. Shafner's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Boston University School of Law
- 1978
B.A.
Columbia College
- 1975

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1979
U.S. District Court, Southern and Eastern Districts of New York
Admitted: 1979
Massachusetts
Admitted: 1982

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