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Peter G. Calabrese

Peter G. Calabrese

Calabrese Law Associates, P.C.
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  • Connecticut, Massachusetts
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Peter Calabrese is the firm's founding member and chair of the Construction, Litigation and Real Estate practices; he also handles Appellate Litigation cases. Mr. Calabrese's practice covers a broad spectrum of litigation matters related to commercial and residential real estate, condominium association and construction disputes, and he maintains a niche practice that focuses on high stakes appellate litigation, administrative law and regulatory matters. Upon graduating law school, Mr. Calabrese began his legal career at one of Boston's largest law firms where he represented international investment banks involved in complex securities fraud/contract litigation. While in law school, Mr. Calabrese was a judicial law clerk for the Honorable David D. Livingston and graduated at the top of his class.

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
Construction Law
Construction Contracts, Construction Defects, Construction Liens, Construction Litigation
Business Law
Business Contracts, Business Dissolution, Business Finance, Business Formation, Business Litigation, Franchising, Mergers & Acquisitions, Partnership & Shareholder Disputes
Appeals & Appellate
Civil Appeals, Federal Appeals
Gov & Administrative Law
Administrative Law, Election Law, Government Contracts, Government Finance, Legislative & Government Affairs
Fees
  • Free Consultation
  • Credit Cards Accepted
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
Connecticut
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Massachusetts
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1st Circuit
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Languages
  • English: Spoken, Written
  • Italian: Spoken, Written
Professional Experience
Managing Attorney
Calabrese Law Associates, P.C.
Current
Education
Massachusetts School of Law
J.D.
Honors: While in law school, Mr. Calabrese was a judicial law clerk for the Honorable David D. Livingston and graduated at the top of his class.
Activities: Clerkships: The Hon. David D. Livingston Massachusetts District Court Legislative Counsel Assistant: Massachusetts State Senate Minority Leader, Bruce E. Tarr
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Professional Associations
Boston Bar Association
Current
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Massachusetts Bar Association
Current
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American Bar Association
Current
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Speaking Engagements
Boston Bar Association Real Estate & Landlord Tenant Law Seminar, Boston, MA
Boston Bar Association
Websites & Blogs
Website
Firm Website
Blog
Questions and Answers
Videos
In Massachusetts, business owners often include arbitration clauses in their contracts with customers. This is done to often the time and costs involved with litigation if a dispute raises. However, Massachusetts consumers have the right to litigate a claim for an unfair or deceptive business acts or practices in spite of a valid arbitration clause.  As explained by Managing Attorney Peter G. Calabrese, the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court has held that consumers may litigation their Ch. 93A claims (that it, a claim for unfair or deceptive acts or practices by a business) against the business even if arbitration is required by the contract in question. Attorney Calabrese has litigated this every issue and won this argument at the Massachusetts Superior Court level as recently as 2016. Arbitration Clauses in Consumer Contracts - Business Law Attorney Boston

In Massachusetts, business owners often include arbitration clauses in their contracts with customers. This is done to often the time and costs involved with litigation if a dispute raises. However, Massachusetts consumers have the right to litigate a claim for an unfair or deceptive business acts or practices in spite of a valid arbitration clause. As explained by Managing Attorney Peter G. Calabrese, the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court has held that consumers may litigation their Ch. 93A claims (that it, a claim for unfair or deceptive acts or practices by a business) against the business even if arbitration is required by the contract in question. Attorney Calabrese has litigated this every issue and won this argument at the Massachusetts Superior Court level as recently as 2016.

Appealing civil cases to the Massachusetts Appeals Court requires that the appealing party (the "Appellant") follow precise rules of procedure.  Managing Attorney Peter G. Calabrese provides insight on how to file an appeal to the Massachusetts Appeals Court and the importance of following the proper procedure.  Calabrese Law Associates, P.C. is a Boston-based law firm that maintains an active litigation and appeals practice. The firm represents individuals and businesses in all phases of their litigation and appeals matters.  CONTACT INFORMATION: Calabrese Law Associates, P.C. One Boston Place, Suite 2600 Boston, MA 02108 Email: contact@calalaw.com Phone: 617-340-6623  NOTICES: Copyright © 2016 Calabrese Law Associates, P.C. | All Rights Reserved. Attorney Advertising. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.  This video production is the exclusive property of Calabrese Law Associates, P.C. The slogan "Legal Representation Done Better." is a Trademark of Calabrese Law Associates, P.C. The information contained in this video production is provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice nor does it create an attorney-client relationship. Appealing Civil Cases - Appellate Litigation Attorney | Boston Massachusetts (MA)

Appealing civil cases to the Massachusetts Appeals Court requires that the appealing party (the "Appellant") follow precise rules of procedure. Managing Attorney Peter G. Calabrese provides insight on how to file an appeal to the Massachusetts Appeals Court and the importance of following the proper procedure. Calabrese Law Associates, P.C. is a Boston-based law firm that maintains an active litigation and appeals practice. The firm represents individuals and businesses in all phases of their litigation and appeals matters. CONTACT INFORMATION: Calabrese Law Associates, P.C. One Boston Place, Suite 2600 Boston, MA 02108 Email: contact@calalaw.com Phone: 617-340-6623 NOTICES: Copyright © 2016 Calabrese Law Associates, P.C. | All Rights Reserved. Attorney Advertising. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. This video production is the exclusive property of Calabrese Law Associates, P.C. The slogan "Legal Representation Done Better." is a Trademark of Calabrese Law Associates, P.C. The information contained in this video production is provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice nor does it create an attorney-client relationship.

Managing Attorney Peter G. Calabrese provides insight on how construction companies and contractors in Boston and throughout Massachusetts can avoid costly and time consuming legal disputes.

Attorney Calabrese discusses specifically why... Avoid Construction Disputes in Massachusetts

Managing Attorney Peter G. Calabrese provides insight on how construction companies and contractors in Boston and throughout Massachusetts can avoid costly and time consuming legal disputes. Attorney Calabrese discusses specifically why...

Clients in need to litigation counsel increasingly select Calabrese Law Associates to handle their matters. The scope of our services, combined with superior legal knowledge and litigation-savvy team, makes our litigation practice built to serve a diverse group of clientele. Our lawyers have a reputation for providing clients with creative, efficient, and effective litigation counsel in state and federal courts.  Calabrese Law Associates understands the serious effects litigation can have on people and their businesses. Our firm is committed to avoiding litigation, wherever possible. However, when litigation becomes inevitable we work quickly and tirelessly to reduce risk and your exposure.   Our litigation strategies are designed to preserve the effective flow of your daily personal and business activities, in addition to protecting your long-term interests.    For more information about Calabrese Law Associates, please visit us at http://www.calalaw.com     Call Us:  Boston, MA Office: +1(617) 340-6623    Burlington, MA Office: +1(617) 340-6623    Email Us:  contact@calalaw.com Civil Litigation Law Firm in Boston - Calabrese Law Associates

Clients in need to litigation counsel increasingly select Calabrese Law Associates to handle their matters. The scope of our services, combined with superior legal knowledge and litigation-savvy team, makes our litigation practice built to serve a diverse group of clientele. Our lawyers have a reputation for providing clients with creative, efficient, and effective litigation counsel in state and federal courts. Calabrese Law Associates understands the serious effects litigation can have on people and their businesses. Our firm is committed to avoiding litigation, wherever possible. However, when litigation becomes inevitable we work quickly and tirelessly to reduce risk and your exposure. Our litigation strategies are designed to preserve the effective flow of your daily personal and business activities, in addition to protecting your long-term interests. For more information about Calabrese Law Associates, please visit us at http://www.calalaw.com Call Us: Boston, MA Office: +1(617) 340-6623 Burlington, MA Office: +1(617) 340-6623 Email Us: contact@calalaw.com

Calabrese Law Associates offers industry-leading legal representation across a comprehensive range of practice areas to effectively serve clients in need of real estate and construction law, administrative law, and litigation services. We place our clients' interests first and achieve their goals, whether the solutions lie in litigation, negotiated agreement, or elsewhere. In every respect we strive to provide the highest-quality legal services available by working effectively, efficiently, and remaining mindful of each clients' unique circumstance and goals.  We are populated with lawyers who represent the very best of the legal profession. Our lawyers specialize in their respective areas of practice and possess the knowledge necessary to utilize all options available under the law to ensure our clients' interests are protected and that they succeed.  Achieving the best possible result for every client is our top priority. For more information about Calabrese Law Associates, please visit us at http://www.calalaw.com  Call Us: Boston, MA Office: +1(617) 340-6623. Burlington, MA Office +1(617) 340-6623.  Email Us:  contact@calalaw.com Welcome to Calabrese Law Associates, PLLC.

Calabrese Law Associates offers industry-leading legal representation across a comprehensive range of practice areas to effectively serve clients in need of real estate and construction law, administrative law, and litigation services. We place our clients' interests first and achieve their goals, whether the solutions lie in litigation, negotiated agreement, or elsewhere. In every respect we strive to provide the highest-quality legal services available by working effectively, efficiently, and remaining mindful of each clients' unique circumstance and goals. We are populated with lawyers who represent the very best of the legal profession. Our lawyers specialize in their respective areas of practice and possess the knowledge necessary to utilize all options available under the law to ensure our clients' interests are protected and that they succeed. Achieving the best possible result for every client is our top priority. For more information about Calabrese Law Associates, please visit us at http://www.calalaw.com Call Us: Boston, MA Office: +1(617) 340-6623. Burlington, MA Office +1(617) 340-6623. Email Us: contact@calalaw.com

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Calabrese Law Associates, P.C.
One Boston Place
Suite 2600
Boston, MA 02108
US
Telephone: (617) 340-6623
Fax: (617) 203-1795