Atty. William A. Burkett

Atty. William A. Burkett

William A. Burkett is a lawyer practicing litigation, real estate, probate and 1 other area of law.

Watertown Watertown 49 yrs experience 49 year
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Profile Summary

About William A. Burkett at a glance

William A. Burkett is a Member based in Watertown, Massachusetts, practicing at William A. Burkett. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on probate, real estate, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1977). Educated at Suffolk University (J.D., 1976) and Hobart and William Smith Colleges (B.A., 1967). Serands clients in Watertown, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • William A. Burkett is a lawyer practicing litigation, real estate, probate and 1 other area of law
  • William received a B.A. degree from Hobart and William Smith Colleges in 1967, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • William practices at William A. Burkett in Watertown, MA

Practice Areas Explained

William A. Burkett's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William A. Burkett handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Probate

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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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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 Watertown 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 William A. Burkett

Where is William A. Burkett's law office located?
William A. Burkett's law practice is located in Watertown, Massachusetts. The firm is William A. Burkett. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William A. Burkett handle?
William A. Burkett focuses on probate, real estate, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has William A. Burkett practiced law?
William A. Burkett has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did William A. Burkett go to law school?
William A. Burkett earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (B.A., 1967).
How can I contact William A. Burkett for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Suffolk University
- 1976
B.A.
Hobart and William Smith Colleges
- 1967

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1977

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