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As of September 2021, there were approximately 67,000 active attorneys licensed to practice law in Massachusetts, according to the Board of Bar Overseers.

Common Types of Legal Cases in Massachusetts:

1. Personal Injury Cases – These include motor vehicle accidents, slip and falls, medical malpractice, and wrongful death. Victims seek compensation for injuries caused by someone else’s negligence.
2. Workers’ Compensation – Injured employees file claims for medical expenses and lost wages after workplace accidents or occupational illnesses.
3. Criminal Cases – Ranging from misdemeanors like OUI (Operating Under the Influence) to serious felonies including assault, drug offenses, and theft.
4. Family Law – Matters such as divorce, child custody, child support, and domestic violence restraining orders are handled in Probate and Family Court.
5. Housing and Landlord-Tenant Disputes – Evictions, housing code violations, and security deposit disputes are common in Housing Court or District Court.
6. Probate and Estate Matters – Cases involving wills, estates, guardianships, and conservatorships are heard in the Probate and Family Court.
7. Civil Litigation – These include contract disputes, business litigation, property disputes, and consumer protection claims (often under Massachusetts Chapter 93A).
8. Small Claims – For disputes involving $7,000 or less, commonly used for landlord-tenant issues, unpaid debts, or property damage.
9. Administrative and Licensing Hearings – Includes appeals of RMV license suspensions, professional license issues, and unemployment benefits hearings.
10. Employment Law – Cases involving wage and hour violations, wrongful termination, discrimination, or harassment under state and federal law.

If you are in need of legal services in Massachusetts, call 508-LAWYERS for a free referral.