Hamilton Trial Attorneys
Serving Massachusetts & Beyond Since 1983
When you hear the news that your trucking company is facing a personal injury claim after an accident, or that your employee has accused you of wrongful termination, you may be stressed, frazzled, and at loss as to how you should proceed. Claims and lawsuits can be devastating to businesses so you need to act quickly. When you call Melick & Porter, LLP, our trial lawyers will meet with you and provide you with a defense strategy. We have successfully defended clients in need for more than 35 years throughout New England.
Contact us online or by phone at (617) 523-6200 today. We are pleased to serve those located in Hamilton, Massachusetts and in the surrounding communities on the North Shore.
Our Legal Services
Our lawyers have a meticulous attention to detail and a thorough understanding of the law. Whether you need to preserve your reputation as a professional or make an appeal after a disappointing agency or court decision, you can trust our attorneys to effectively represent you and your best interests. We will work on your behalf to build a solid defense to achieve the results you desire.
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Meet Our Attorneys
Our attorneys have decades of legal experience and countless accolades as a result of their commitment to our clients. Our firm is comprised of lawyers who have been named on Super Lawyers lists, have been inducted in prolific honorary societies, and have published articles in well-respected journals. Our team members actively participate in bar associations and stay informed on new regulations and changes in the law so we can best help our clients.
Our Hamilton-based lawyers include:
Resolve your disputes now by calling our Hamilton attorneys at (617) 523-6200. We can fight for you with creative solutions and fierce advocacy.
Nationally-Recognized & Award-Winning Trial Attorneys
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Robert P. PowersMember
Bob joined the firm in 1984 after graduating from law school and has made it his professional home. In the years since, he has tried numerous jury cases in both federal and state courts involving a variety of civil matters, including professional malpractice, insurance coverage, and general liability claims. Bob oversees our firm's appellate practice and has successfully argued cases before the First Circuit Court of Appeals. -
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William D. ChapmanMember
Bill joined Melick & Porter in 1988 and has been a Member of the firm since 1998. He is rated AV Preeminent by Martindale Hubbell and has been repeatedly named a Massachusetts Super Lawyer (2004 – present). He concentrates his practice in the areas of general liability, professional liability, and the representation of insurers with regard to coverage issues, insurance fraud and property claims. -
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Robert S. LudlumPartner
Robert has extensive experience in the litigation, trial, and appeal of a broad spectrum of cases on behalf of businesses and individuals in the state and federal courts throughout Massachusetts, New York, Connecticut, and Rhode Island. Robert serves as counsel for insurers and insured in state and federal courts in connection with claims for coverage on general liability, property, products liability, labor and employment, and umbrella and excess policies.
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William P. RosePartner
Bill Rose is a graduate of University of Massachusetts and a cum laude graduate of Suffolk University School of Law. He also obtained his C.P.C.U. designation. Bill previously practiced at Morrison, Mahoney & Miller; Gillespie & Associates; the Law Offices of Peter Eleey; and Tucker, Heifetz & Saltzman, LLP. He handles cases in all areas of the firm’s practice. -
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Diane O. PiresAssociate
Diane is a cum laude graduate of New England Law | Boston. She received the New England Scholar Award during all three years of law school and was honored to receive the President Anna E. Hirsch Award at graduation. Diane served as the Managing Editor of the New Journal on Criminal and Civil Confinement from 2010-2011.
