Atty. Steven Joel Brooks

Atty. Steven Joel Brooks

Steven Joel Brooks is a lawyer practicing litigation, criminal law, international law and 12 other areas of law. Steven received a B.A. degree from Harpur College in 1964, and has been licensed for 58 years.

Boston Boston 58 yrs experience 58 year
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Profile Summary

About Steven Joel Brooks at a glance

Steven Joel Brooks is a Shareholder based in Boston, Massachusetts, practicing at Brooks & DeRensis, PC.. They have 58+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1968. Their practice focuses on citizenship, personal injury, criminal defense, immigration, and ip. Admitted to practice in New York (1968), U.S. Supreme Court (1972), Massachusetts (1974), and U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts (1974). Educated at Boston University (J.D., 1967) and Harpur College (B.A., 1964). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Massachusetts, Federal and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Steven Joel Brooks is a lawyer practicing litigation, criminal law, international law and 12 other areas of law
  • Steven received a B.A. degree from Harpur College in 1964, and has been licensed for 58 years
  • Steven practices at Brooks & DeRensis, PC. in Boston, MA

Practice Areas Explained

Steven Joel Brooks's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Steven Joel Brooks handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Citizenship & Naturalization

Steven Joel Brooks is one of 5,960 citizenship attorneys indexed nationally. Browse citizenship attorneys in Massachusetts →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Steven Joel Brooks is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Massachusetts →

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

Steven Joel Brooks is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Massachusetts →

Immigration Law

Immigration attorneys help with green cards, visas, citizenship, asylum, and deportation defense. Find a verified immigration lawyer for your case.

Steven Joel Brooks is one of 40,633 immigration attorneys indexed nationally. Browse immigration attorneys in Massachusetts →

Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

Steven Joel Brooks is one of 106,079 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Massachusetts →

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 Steven Joel Brooks

Where is Steven Joel Brooks's law office located?
Steven Joel Brooks's law practice is located in Boston, Massachusetts. The firm is Brooks & DeRensis, PC.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Steven Joel Brooks handle?
Steven Joel Brooks focuses on citizenship, personal injury, criminal defense, immigration, ip. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has Steven Joel Brooks practiced law?
Steven Joel Brooks has 58+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1968.
Where did Steven Joel Brooks go to law school?
Steven Joel Brooks earned their education at (J.D., 1967); (B.A., 1964).
How can I contact Steven Joel Brooks for a consultation?
You can contact Steven Joel Brooks directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Steven Joel Brooks received?
Steven Joel Brooks's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Boston University
- 1967
B.A.
Harpur College
- 1964

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1968
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1972
Massachusetts
Admitted: 1974
U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts
Admitted: 1974
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1981

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