Atty. Stephen Gilbert Butts

Atty. Stephen Gilbert Butts

Stephen Gilbert Butts is a lawyer practicing criminal law, driving while intoxicated, drugs and narcotics and 2 other areas of law. Stephen received a B.A. degree from Southeastern Massachusetts University in 1977, and has been licensed for 40 years.

New Bedford New Bedford 40 yrs experience 40 year
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About Stephen Gilbert Butts at a glance

Stephen Gilbert Butts is a Member based in New Bedford, Massachusetts, practicing at Stephen Gilbert Butts. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, drug crimes, personal injury, and criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1986) and U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts (1986). Educated at Howard University (J.D., 1983) and Southeastern Massachusetts University (B.A., 1977). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of New Bedford and Massachusetts Bar Associations The Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Serands clients in New Bedford, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Stephen Gilbert Butts is a lawyer practicing criminal law, driving while intoxicated, drugs and narcotics and 2 other areas of law
  • Stephen received a B.A. degree from Southeastern Massachusetts University in 1977, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • Stephen practices at Stephen Gilbert Butts in New Bedford, MA

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen Gilbert Butts's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Stephen Gilbert Butts handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

DUI / DWI Defense

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Drug Crimes

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Personal Injury

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Criminal Defense

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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 New Bedford 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 Stephen Gilbert Butts

Where is Stephen Gilbert Butts's law office located?
Stephen Gilbert Butts's law practice is located in New Bedford, Massachusetts. The firm is Stephen Gilbert Butts. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen Gilbert Butts handle?
Stephen Gilbert Butts focuses on dui/dwi, drug crimes, personal injury, criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has Stephen Gilbert Butts practiced law?
Stephen Gilbert Butts has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did Stephen Gilbert Butts go to law school?
Stephen Gilbert Butts earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.A., 1977).
How can I contact Stephen Gilbert Butts for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Stephen Gilbert Butts received?
Stephen Gilbert Butts's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Howard University
- 1983
B.A.
Southeastern Massachusetts University
- 1977

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1986
U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts
Admitted: 1986

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