Atty. Stephen M. Edwards

Atty. Stephen M. Edwards

Stephen Edwards is a special counsel in the Real Estate Practice Group. He joined the firm in 1996.

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About Stephen M. Edwards at a glance

Stephen M. Edwards is a real estate attorney based in Boston, Massachusetts, practicing at Proskauer Rose Llp. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts, Massachusetts Bar Association. Educated at Boston University School of Law (J.D., 1993) and Yale University (BA). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law (2026). Serands clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Stephen Edwards is a special counsel in the Real Estate Practice Group
  • He joined the firm in 1996
  • Practice Mr. Edwards has a general real estate practice, with particular focus on commercial conveyancing and retail development
  • He has represented clients in a broad range of local and national commercial real estate matters, including acquisitions and sales, leasing, development, financing and construction
  • Prior to joining the firm, Mr. Edwards was associated with the law firm Thompson Hine in Cleveland, Ohio
  • From 1987 to 1990, he was a lieutenant in the US Navy Chaplain Corps, serving with the US Marine Corps

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen M. Edwards's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Stephen M. Edwards 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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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 Stephen M. Edwards

Where is Stephen M. Edwards's law office located?
Stephen M. Edwards's law practice is located in Boston, Massachusetts. The firm is Proskauer Rose Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen M. Edwards handle?
Stephen M. Edwards focuses on real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
Where did Stephen M. Edwards go to law school?
Stephen M. Edwards earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (BA).
How can I contact Stephen M. Edwards for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Stephen M. Edwards received?
Stephen M. Edwards's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Boston University School of Law
- 1993
BA
Yale University
- In Progress

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts, Massachusetts Bar Association

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