Francis J. Russell

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Francis J. Russell: Attorney with Mountain, Dearborn & Whiting LLP
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  • Martindale-Hubbell Peer AV Preeminent Rating
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Biography

With a career spanning 40 years, Francis Russell utilizes his strong background in tax and business law to counsel individuals and businesses across complex financial transactions. Fran’s advice is sought to resolve sophisticated legal problems ranging from complicated divorces to business succession planning. He represents clients in connection with their general corporate matters and estate planning and estate administration needs.

Fran has more than 30 years of experience in probate litigation ranging from divorce to will contests and other equity complaints involving trusts and other family law matters. Fran also utilizes his broad legal experience and background to help resolve disputes through mediation and conciliation of family law and business matters.

Fran joined Mountain Dearborn in 1981.

Massachusetts Bar Foundation (Trustee, 2001-2005).
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Areas of Practice (5)

  • Family Law & Probate Litigation
  • Mediation & Conciliation
  • Business & Corporate Law
  • Trusts & Estates
  • Real Estate & Land Use

Education & Credentials

University Attended:
Georgetown University, B.S., cum laude, 1976
Law School Attended:
Suffolk University Law School, J.D., 1979; Boston University Law School, LL.M., Taxation, 1982
Year of First Admission:
1979
Admission:
1979, Massachusetts; U.S. District Court of Massachusetts
Memberships:
Worcester County Bar Association (President, 1997-1998); Worcester County Bar Foundation; Massachusetts Bar Association (Board of Delegates, 1997-1998); Board of Bar Overseers of the Supreme Judicial Court (Board Member, 2005-2009; Corporator, 1994-present); Legal Assistance Corporation of Central Massachusetts (Executive Committee, 2002-2005); Town of Shrewsbury Finance Committee (1997-present).
ISLN:
901927178

Peer Reviews

5.0/5.0 (1 review)
Martindale-Hubbell® AV Preeminent Rating Badge

  • Legal Knowledge

    5.0/5.0

  • Analytical Capability

    5.0/5.0

  • Judgment

    5.0/5.0

  • Communication

    5.0/5.0

  • Legal Experience

    5.0/5.0

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Associate on 05/30/14 in Probate Litigation

    Atty. Russell is among the finest practitioners at the Bar in Worcester County

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Contact Information:

774-351-0263  Phone

508-755-6640  Fax

mountaindearborn.com/attorneys/francis-russell

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