Atty. William Scott McMahon

Atty. William Scott McMahon

William Scott McMahon is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, specialty finance, creditors' rights and bankruptcy and 1 other area of law. William received a B.A. degree from Georgetown University in 1996, and has been licensed for 24 years.

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About William Scott McMahon at a glance

William Scott McMahon is an Attorney based in Boston, Massachusetts, practicing at Downes McMahon LLP. They have 24+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2002. Their practice focuses on ip, bankruptcy, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts (2002). Educated at New York University School of Law (J.D., 2001) and Georgetown University (B.A., 1996). Active member of Boston Bar Association. Serands clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • William Scott McMahon is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, specialty finance, creditors' rights and bankruptcy and 1 other area of law
  • William received a B.A. degree from Georgetown University in 1996, and has been licensed for 24 years
  • William practices at Downes McMahon LLP in Boston, MA

Practice Areas Explained

William Scott McMahon's Areas of Practice

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

Intellectual Property

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

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Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

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Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

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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 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 William Scott McMahon

Where is William Scott McMahon's law office located?
William Scott McMahon's law practice is located in Boston, Massachusetts. The firm is Downes McMahon LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Scott McMahon handle?
William Scott McMahon focuses on ip, bankruptcy, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has William Scott McMahon practiced law?
William Scott McMahon has 24+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2002.
Where did William Scott McMahon go to law school?
William Scott McMahon earned their education at (J.D., 2001); (B.A., 1996).
How can I contact William Scott McMahon for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
New York University School of Law
- 2001
B.A.
Georgetown University
- 1996

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts
Admitted: 2002

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