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Paul D. Lambert

Paul D. Lambert

Lambert Law Office, P.C.
  • Real Estate Law, Estate Planning, Business Law ...
  • Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island
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NOT EVERY LAWYER IS THE SAME! Paul D. Lambert has been concentrating in real estate law, estate planning & probate and advising small businesses for more than twenty eight years. Paul has been in the private practice of law since 1990. He considers it a true privilege to assist first time home buyers, and guides his buyers through the purchase process from the Offer to Purchase to receiving the keys to their new home. He also understands that selling a home, especially for “empty nesters” can be emotional and even heart-wrenching, and Paul will also be there to guide you through the sale of your home from start to finish. Paul has represented hundreds and hundreds of Buyers, Borrowers and Sellers, and he has conducted more than a thousand closings for mortgage lenders for residential and commercial transactions. Whether it is the first home that you have ever purchased or your fiftieth refinance Paul Lambert is the person with the experience and comfortableness that you deserve and will come to expect from the legal professionals that work for you. Planning for “life after we are gone” is not always an easy process, nor is it something that we like to “think about”. Paul has assisted many, many individuals and families with their estate planning needs, and Paul understands that as we grow older our needs change and our objectives do as well. It is never too early to plan for the future “without us”; but sadly, it may sometimes be “too little, too late”. Paul will take the time to discuss your individual circumstances and needs and assist you in creating an estate plan that “works for you”. Paul has advised many small business owners and entrepreneurs with their business formation and reporting needs; and looks forward to assisting many more in the future as the local economy continues to expand and grow.

Practice Areas
Real Estate Law
Commercial Real Estate, Condominiums, Easements, Eminent Domain, Homeowners Association, Land Use & Zoning, Mortgages, Neighbor Disputes, Residential Real Estate, Water Law
Estate Planning
Guardianship & Conservatorship Estate Administration, Health Care Directives, Trusts, Wills
Business Law
Business Contracts, Business Dissolution, Business Finance, Business Formation, Business Litigation, Franchising, Mergers & Acquisitions, Partnership & Shareholder Disputes
Landlord Tenant
Evictions, Housing Discrimination, Landlord Rights, Rent Control, Tenants' Rights
Probate
Probate Administration, Probate Litigation, Will Contests
Additional Practice Area
  • Default Servicing
Fees
  • Free Consultation
    One-Half to One Hour free initial consultations.
  • Credit Cards Accepted
    Through PayPal
  • Rates, Retainers and Additional Information
    We accept PayPal as well.
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
Massachusetts
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New Hampshire
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Rhode Island
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1st Circuit
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Languages
  • English: Spoken, Written
Professional Experience
Attorney
Lambert Law Office, P.C.
- Current
Areas of practice include all aspects of real estate law; litigation; landlord-tenant; bankruptcy; estate planning & probate; and business organizations. Represent clients before administrative agencies and Courts throughout Massachusetts, New Hampshire and Rhode Island. Responsible for case management and client consultations.
Attorney
Connolly, Geaney, Ablitt & Willard, P.C.
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Attorney
Law Office of Paul D. Lambert
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Areas of practice include all aspects of real estate law; litigation; landlord-tenant; bankruptcy; estate planning & probate; and business organizations. Represent clients before administrative agencies and Courts throughout Massachusetts. Responsible for case management and client consultations.
Attorney
Law Office of Michael J. Newhouse & Associates, P.C.
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Areas of practice include all aspects of real estate law; litigation; landlord-tenant; bankruptcy; estate planning & probate; and business organizations. Represent clients before administrative agencies and Courts throughout Massachusetts. Responsible for case management and client consultations.
Attorney
Law Office of Paul D. Lambert
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Areas of practice include all aspects of real estate law; litigation; landlord-tenant; bankruptcy; estate planning & probate; and business organizations. Represent clients before administrative agencies and Courts throughout Massachusetts, New Hampshire and Rhode Island. Responsible for case management and client consultations.
Education
New England Law | Boston
J.D. | Law
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Honors: Juris Doctor (May, 1990)
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Cardiff University (Wales, U.K.)
Diploma in Criminology | Criminology
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Honors: Concentrated in Modern Correctional Methods and Penology Diploma in Criminology (February, 1989)
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University of Massachusetts - Lowell
B.S. | Criminal Justice and Political Science
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Honors: Dual B.Sc. Criminal Justice and Political Science (June, 1986)
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Professional Associations
American Land Title Association
Member
- Current
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North East Association of Realtors of Massachusetts
Affiliate Member
- Current
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Rhode Island Bar Association
Member
- Current
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New Hamphire Bar Association
Member
- Current
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Real Estate Bar Association of Massachusetts
Member
- Current
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Knights of Columbus, Council No. 67 – Lawrence, Massachusetts
Financial Secretary
- Current
Activities: Financial Secretary, June, 2014 to Present; Grand Knight, July 2011 to June, 2014; Deputy Grand Knight, July, 2006 to June, 2011; Council Recorder, November, 2001 to June, 2006; Third Degree Member, December, 2001 to Present Fourth Degree Member, June, 2009 to Present
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Greater Lawrence Sanitary District – North Andover, Massachusetts
Commissioner
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Activities: Commissioner, April, 2002 to April, 2009; Chair, Legal Sub-Committee, June, 2002 to April, 2009; Secretary, Commission, June 2005 to April, 2009; Vice-Chair, Commission, June, 2004 to June, 2005
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South Lawrence West Little League – Lawrence, Massachusetts
President, Secretary,
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Activities: League President, September, 2006 to September, 2009 League Secretary, September, 2004 to September, 2006 Instructional League Coordinator, March, 2003 to September, 2008 Instructional League Coach, April, 2002 to September, 2004
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Speaking Engagements
Foreclosures, ABC Real Estate Training, Haverhill, Massachusetts
ABC Real Estate Training
Continuing Legal Education Seminar for Massachusetts and New Hampshire Real Estate Agents
Foreclosures, ABC Real Estate Training, Haverhill, Massachusetts
ABC Real Estate Training
Continuing Legal Education Seminar for Massachusetts and New Hampshire Real Estate Agents
Foreclosures, ABC Real Estate Training, Haverhill, Massachusetts
ABC Real Estate Training
Continuing Legal Education Seminar for Massachusetts and New Hampshire Real Estate Agents
Foreclosures, ABC Real Estate Training, Haverhill, Massachusetts
ABC Real Estate Training
Continuing Legal Education Seminar for Massachusetts and New Hampshire Real Estate Agents
Foreclosures, ABC Real Estate Training, Haverhill, Massachusetts
ABC Real Estate Training
Continuing Legal Education Seminar for Massachusetts and New Hampshire Real Estate Agents
Foreclosures, ABC Real Estate Training, Haverhill, Massachusetts
ABC Real Estate Training
Continuing Legal Education Seminar for Massachusetts and New Hampshire Real Estate Agents
Foreclosures, ABC Real Estate Training, Haverhill, Massachusetts
ABC Real Estate Training
Continuing Legal Education Seminar for Massachusetts and New Hampshire Real Estate Agents
Foreclosures, ABC Real Estate Training, Haverhill, Massachusetts
ABC Real Estate Training
Continuing Legal Education Seminar for Massachusetts and New Hampshire Real Estate Agents
Foreclosures, ABC Real Estate Training, Haverhill, Massachusetts
ABC Real Estate Training
Continuing Legal Education Seminar for Massachusetts and New Hampshire Real Estate Agents
Foreclosures, ABC Real Estate Training, Haverhill, Massachusetts
ABC Real Estate Training
Continuing Legal Education Seminar for Massachusetts and New Hampshire Real Estate Agents
Foreclosures, ABC Real Estate Training, Haverhill, Massachusetts
ABC Real Estate Training
Continuing Legal Education Seminar for Massachusetts and New Hampshire Real Estate Agents
Foreclosures, ABC Real Estate Training, Haverhill, Massachusetts
ABC Real Estate Training
Continuing Legal Education Seminar for Massachusetts and New Hampshire Real Estate Agents
Foreclosures, ABC Real Estate Training, Haverhill, Massachusetts
ABC Real Estate Training
Continuing Legal Education Seminar for Massachusetts and New Hampshire Real Estate Agents
Foreclosures, ABC Real Estate Training, Haverhill, Massachusetts
ABC Real Estate Training
Continuing Legal Education Seminar for Massachusetts and New Hampshire Real Estate Agents
Foreclosures, ABC Real Estate Training, Haverhill, Massachusetts
ABC Real Estate Training
Continuing Legal Education Seminar for Massachusetts and New Hampshire Real Estate Agents
Foreclosures, ABC Real Estate Training, Haverhill, Massachusetts
ABC Real Estate Training
Continuing Legal Education Seminar for Massachusetts and New Hampshire Real Estate Agents
Foreclosures, ABC Real Estate Training, Haverhill, Massachusetts
ABC Real Estate Training
Continuing Legal Education Seminar for Massachusetts and New Hampshire Real Estate Agents
First Time Home Buyer Program - Legal Aspects, First Time Home Buyer Program, Lynn, Massachusetts
Lynn Housing Authority
First Time Home Buyer Program teaching about Offers to Purchase, Purchase and Sales Agreements, Declarations of Homestead, Title Insurance, Why Buyers should have legal counsel, and the real estate closing process and expectations.
First Time Home Buyer Program - Legal Aspects, First Time Home Buyer Program, Lynn, Massachusetts
Lynn Housing Authority
First Time Home Buyer Program teaching about Offers to Purchase, Purchase and Sales Agreements, Declarations of Homestead, Title Insurance, Why Buyers should have legal counsel, and the real estate closing process and expectations.
First Time Home Buyer Program - Legal Aspects, First Time Home Buyer Program, Lynn, Massachusetts
Lynn Housing Authority
First Time Home Buyer Program teaching about Offers to Purchase, Purchase and Sales Agreements, Declarations of Homestead, Title Insurance, Why Buyers should have legal counsel, and the real estate closing process and expectations.
First Time Home Buyer Program - Legal Aspects, First Time Home Buyer Program, Lynn, Massachusetts
Lynn Housing Authority
First Time Home Buyer Program teaching about Offers to Purchase, Purchase and Sales Agreements, Declarations of Homestead, Title Insurance, Why Buyers should have legal counsel, and the real estate closing process and expectations.
First Time Home Buyer Program - Legal Aspects, First Time Home Buyer Program, Lynn, Massachusetts
Lynn Housing Authority
First Time Home Buyer Program teaching about Offers to Purchase, Purchase and Sales Agreements, Declarations of Homestead, Title Insurance, Why Buyers should have legal counsel, and the real estate closing process and expectations.
First Time Home Buyer Program - Legal Aspects, First Time Home Buyer Program, Lynn, Massachusetts
Lynn Housing Authority
First Time Home Buyer Program teaching about Offers to Purchase, Purchase and Sales Agreements, Declarations of Homestead, Title Insurance, Why Buyers should have legal counsel, and the real estate closing process and expectations.
Foreclosures, ABC Real Estate Training, Haverhill, Massachusetts
ABC Real Estate Training
Continuing Education Seminar for Massachusetts and New Hampshire Licensed Real Estate Agents
Purchase and Sales Agreements, ABC Real Estate Training, Haverhill, Massachusetts
ABC Real Estate Training
Continuing Education Seminar for Massachusetts and New Hampshire Licensed Real Estate Agents
Foreclosures, ABC Real Estate Training, Haverhill, Massachusetts
ABC Real Estate Training
Continuing Education Seminar for Massachusetts and New Hampshire Licensed Real Estate Agents
Purchase and Sales Agreements, ABC Real Estate Training, Haverhill, Massachusetts
ABC Real Estate Training
Continuing Education Seminar for Massachusetts and New Hampshire Licensed Real Estate Agents
Purchase and Sales Agreements, ABC Real Estate Training, Haverhill, Massachusetts
ABC Real Estate Training
Continuing Education Seminar for Massachusetts and New Hampshire Licensed Real Estate Agents
Purchase and Sales Agreements, ABC Real Estate Training, Haverhill, Massachusetts
ABC Real Estate Training
Continuing Education Seminar for Massachusetts and New Hampshire Licensed Real Estate Agents
Purchase and Sales Agreements, ABC Real Estate Training, Haverhill, Massachusetts
ABC Real Estate Training
Continuing Education Seminar for Massachusetts and New Hampshire Licensed Real Estate Agents
Foreclosures, ABC Real Estate Training, Haverhill, Massachusetts
ABC Real Estate Training
Continuing Education Seminar for Massachusetts and New Hampshire Licensed Real Estate Agents
Foreclosures, ABC Real Estate Training, Haverhill, Massachusetts
ABC Real Estate Training
Continuing Education Seminar for Massachusetts and New Hampshire Licensed Real Estate Agents
Websites & Blogs
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Legal Answers
2 Questions Answered
Q. I lost my job in september and no longer could afford my rent. I went to the leasing office and they told me that i
A: The Western Housing Court has jurisdiction over residential properties in Springfield.

If you have a Lease (and from your description you do) and if you are unable to pay that Lease (and it appears that you have not) then the Landlord/Management Company can bring a Summary Process Action against you to evict you for Non-Payment and Breach of Lease.

Have they already given you a Notice to Quit? Typically this would be a Fourteen (14) Day Notice. They cannot serve you with the Summary Process Summons and Complaint until the Notice to Quit has been served and expired.

Unfortunately, the inability to pay rent will not immediately release you from your obligations under the Lease.

Now, from your description, there is a local agency that is able to assist you with payment, BUT ONLY after you have received the Notice to Quit and the Summary Process Action has been commenced.

There should be a Lawyer of the Day and/or a Legal Assistance attorney at the Springfield Session of the Housing Court.

The Western Housing Court has Housing Specialists who will assist in finding a resolution to your situation. They work for the Court, not for you.

You should make sure that you get clear and complete instructions from the agency that will be assisting you with your rent payments.

Best of luck.

I am a Massachusetts Licensed Attorney and my response is based upon Massachusetts Law. This answer does not constitute legal advice or create any Attorney-Client relationship.
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Q. I wanted to know if the landlord doesnt allow dogs but you get a letter can they still not allow the dog
A: Unless you either lived in the property and owned a dog PRIOR to the Landlord purchasing OR have a Certified Service Animal, then the Landlord can deny your having a dog on/in the property.

AND, even if you had a dog prior to the Landlord purchasing the property, unless there is a written Lease allowing you to have a dog; then the Landlord can give you a periodic (usually 30 day) notice that there will no longer be dogs allowed in the property.

It's very sad; but unfortunately true.

If you have a disability and a properly vetted/trained service dog; then you should consult with an attorney to see about protecting your rights.

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Contact & Map
Law Office of Paul D. Lambert
401 Andover Street, Suite 201-B
P.O. Box 892
North Andover, MA 01845
Toll-Free: (844) 773-2552
Telephone: (978) 609-6420
Fax: (877) 396-5164