Bowditch & Dewey LLP - Boston, MA

A Century of Legal Excellence and Client-Focused Solutions

Established in 1914, Bowditch & Dewey, LLP is a highly regarded law firm with a rich history of handling sophisticated transactions, challenging litigation, and complex regulatory issues. With a strong presence in Boston and throughout Massachusetts, the firm has built a legacy of providing big-firm quality legal services with the personalized attention and client-focused approach of a smaller practice. We are dedicated to understanding our clients' needs and delivering practical, effective solutions. Our collaborative environment ensures that clients benefit from the collective knowledge and experience of our more than 60 skilled attorneys. Whether representing businesses, families, or institutions, our mission is to provide outstanding client satisfaction and serve as trusted partners in achieving success. 🏛️

Comprehensive Legal Services for a Diverse Clientele

Bowditch offers a wide range of legal services, with deep expertise in several core areas. Our multidisciplinary teams work seamlessly across practices to provide comprehensive counsel tailored to the specific challenges and opportunities our clients face.

• Business and Real Estate Lawyers: We provide sophisticated counsel on all aspects of business and finance, corporate law, mergers and acquisitions, and both commercial and residential real estate.
• Business Litigation Lawyers: Our formidable litigators regularly appear in federal and state courts, representing clients in complex commercial disputes, construction litigation, and financial services litigation.
• Wills, Estate Planning and Probate Lawyers: We offer comprehensive estate, financial, and tax planning services, helping individuals and families protect their assets and plan for the future. Our team is also experienced in handling probate and family law litigation.
• Employment and Labor Lawyers: We provide counsel, compliance advice, training, and litigation services to help businesses navigate the complex landscape of employment and labor law.
• Financial and IP Lawyers: Our services extend to financial restructuring, bankruptcy, and intellectual property litigation, protecting our clients' financial and creative assets.

A Commitment to Excellence and Community

Our firm and its attorneys are consistently recognized for legal excellence by our peers and leading industry publications. We are proud to have 29 of our practices ranked in U.S. News and World Report: Best Lawyers “Best Law Firms,” and many of our attorneys are listed in The Best Lawyers in America© and recognized as Super Lawyers. Chambers USA has also ranked our Public Finance Practice as one of the most notable in Massachusetts. In 2025, we were honored with the Best Legacy Law Firms award from Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly. This tradition of excellence is matched by a strong commitment to our community. Many of our lawyers serve in leadership positions for local, statewide, and national organizations, reflecting our dedication to giving back.

Your Practical and Strategic Legal Partner

At Bowditch, we pride ourselves on being more than just lawyers; we are strategic advisors who provide practical, business-minded advice. We are honored to be included in the BTI Honor Roll of Most Recommended Firms, a recognition based on direct feedback from corporate counsel. This speaks to our unwavering focus on client service and satisfaction. We are committed to building long-term relationships and helping our clients navigate their most significant challenges and opportunities. Let our century of experience and dedication to excellence work for you. 🤝