Atty. William Michael Cloran

Atty. William Michael Cloran

William Michael Cloran is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, estate planning, criminal law and 4 other areas of law. William received a B.S.B.A. degree from Boston College, School of Business Administration, and has been licensed for 58 years.

Newton Center Newton Center 58 yrs experience 58 year
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About William Michael Cloran at a glance

William Michael Cloran is a Member based in Newton Center, Massachusetts, practicing at William M. Cloran, Esq.. They have 58+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1968. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, criminal defense, estate planning, and business. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1968), U.S. Court of Military Appeals (1969), and U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts (1971). Educated at Suffolk University School of Law J.D. (—) and Boston College, School of Business Administration B.S.B.A. Boston University, School of Education M.Ed. Harvard University, J.F.K. School of Government M.P.A. (—). Active member of Massachusetts and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Newton Center, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • William Michael Cloran is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, estate planning, criminal law and 4 other areas of law
  • William received a B.S.B.A. degree from Boston College, School of Business Administration, and has been licensed for 58 years
  • William practices at William M. Cloran, Esq. in Newton Center, MA

Practice Areas Explained

William Michael Cloran's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Probate

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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.

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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.

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Business & Corporate Law

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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 Newton Center 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 Michael Cloran

Where is William Michael Cloran's law office located?
William Michael Cloran's law practice is located in Newton Center, Massachusetts. The firm is William M. Cloran, Esq.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Michael Cloran handle?
William Michael Cloran focuses on trusts, probate, criminal defense, estate planning, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has William Michael Cloran practiced law?
William Michael Cloran has 58+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1968.
Where did William Michael Cloran go to law school?
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Education

Suffolk University School of Law J.D.
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Boston College, School of Business Administration B.S.B.A. Boston University, School of Education M.Ed. Harvard University, J.F.K. School of Government M.P.A.
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Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1968
U.S. Court of Military Appeals
Admitted: 1969
U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts
Admitted: 1971

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