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Atty. William P. O'Donnell

Atty. William P. O'Donnell

William P. O'Donnell is a lawyer practicing real estate, estate planning, torts and 3 other areas of law.

Melrose Melrose 40 yrs experience 40 year
Call (774) 492-2787 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About William P. O'Donnell at a glance

William P. O'Donnell is a Member based in Melrose, Massachusetts, practicing at William P. O'Donnell. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on probate, personal injury, family law, estate planning, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1986). Educated at Suffolk University (J.D., 1986) and Wesleyan University (B.A., 1983). Active member of Boston and Massachusetts Bar Associations. Serands clients in Melrose, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • William P. O'Donnell is a lawyer practicing real estate, estate planning, torts and 3 other areas of law
  • William received a B.A. degree from Wesleyan University in 1983, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • William practices at William P. O'Donnell in Melrose, MA

Practice Areas Explained

William P. O'Donnell's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William P. O'Donnell handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Probate

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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.

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Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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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.

William P. O'Donnell is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Massachusetts →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

William P. O'Donnell is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate 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 Melrose 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 P. O'Donnell

Where is William P. O'Donnell's law office located?
William P. O'Donnell's law practice is located in Melrose, Massachusetts. The firm is William P. O'Donnell. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William P. O'Donnell handle?
William P. O'Donnell focuses on probate, personal injury, family law, estate planning, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has William P. O'Donnell practiced law?
William P. O'Donnell has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did William P. O'Donnell go to law school?
William P. O'Donnell earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.A., 1983).
How can I contact William P. O'Donnell for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Suffolk University
- 1986
B.A.
Wesleyan University
- 1983

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1986

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