Atty. William J. Brisk

Atty. William J. Brisk

William J. Brisk is a lawyer practicing elder law, divorce law, guardianships law and 7 other areas of law.

Newton Newton 48 yrs experience 48 year
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About William J. Brisk at a glance

William J. Brisk is a Member based in Newton, Massachusetts, practicing at Law Office of William J. Brisk. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on divorce, trusts, probate, estate planning, and poa. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1978) and U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts (1979). Educated at New York University (J.D., 1965) and Brown University (A.B. Johns, 1960). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of President, Massachusetts Chapter, 1996, National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys. Serands clients in Newton, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • William J. Brisk is a lawyer practicing elder law, divorce law, guardianships law and 7 other areas of law
  • William received a A.B. degree from Brown University in 1960, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • William practices at Law Office of William J. Brisk in Newton, MA

Practice Areas Explained

William J. Brisk's Areas of Practice

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

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

William J. Brisk is one of 50,487 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Massachusetts →

Trusts

William J. Brisk is one of 104,172 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Massachusetts →

Probate

William J. Brisk is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Massachusetts →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

William J. Brisk is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Massachusetts →

Power of Attorney

William J. Brisk is one of 33,188 poa attorneys indexed nationally. Browse poa 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 Newton 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 J. Brisk

Where is William J. Brisk's law office located?
William J. Brisk's law practice is located in Newton, Massachusetts. The firm is Law Office of William J. Brisk. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William J. Brisk handle?
William J. Brisk focuses on divorce, trusts, probate, estate planning, poa. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has William J. Brisk practiced law?
William J. Brisk has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did William J. Brisk go to law school?
William J. Brisk earned their education at (J.D., 1965); (A.B. Johns, 1960).
How can I contact William J. Brisk for a consultation?
You can contact William J. Brisk 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 William J. Brisk received?
William J. Brisk's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
New York University
- 1965
A.B. Johns
Brown University
- 1960

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1978
U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts
Admitted: 1979

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