Dennis A. Quilty, Entertainment Attorney in Boston, Massachusetts
Over 49 years of legal practice · focused on Entertainment, General, and Zoning · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
MemberatMcdermott, Quilty & Miller LLP
Boston, MA
Practicing entertainment in Boston since 1977.
- 49+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Dennis A. Quilty is a member based in Boston, MA. The practice focuses on Entertainment, General, and Zoning. Dennis has over 49 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Mcdermott, Quilty & Miller LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Boston, MA
- Experience
- over 49 years
- Known for
- Entertainment · General · Zoning
- Handles Entertainment, General, and Zoning matters from Boston, MA.
- Over 49 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Dennis A. Quilty: Dennis A. Quilty is a member based in Boston, MA. The practice focuses on Entertainment, General, and Zoning. Dennis has over 49 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Mcdermott, Quilty & Miller LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Dennis takes on
Dennis concentrates on entertainment, general, and zoning. Each area below outlines the kind of case Dennis handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Entertainment
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General
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Zoning
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Entertainment cases in Boston, Massachusetts
Dennis takes entertainment matters in Boston, Massachusetts. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Dennis agrees to represent you.
General cases in Boston, Massachusetts
Dennis takes general matters in Boston, Massachusetts. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Dennis agrees to represent you.
Zoning cases in Boston, Massachusetts
Dennis takes zoning matters in Boston, Massachusetts. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Dennis agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Dennis A. Quilty — entertainment lawyer in Boston
Dennis A. Quilty is a member based in Boston, MA. The practice focuses on Entertainment, General, and Zoning. Dennis has over 49 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Mcdermott, Quilty & Miller LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Dennis A. Quilty is a lawyer practicing alcoholic beverages, entertainment law, zoning law and 1 other area of law. Dennis received a B.A. degree from John Carroll University in 1972, and has been licensed for 49 years. Dennis practices at Mcdermott, Quilty & Miller LLP in Boston, MA.
Dennis's approach to entertainment cases
Dennis A. Quilty is a lawyer practicing alcoholic beverages, entertainment law, zoning law and 1 other area of law. Dennis received a B.A. degree from John Carroll University in 1972, and has been licensed for 49 years. Dennis practices at Mcdermott, Quilty & Miller LLP in Boston, MA.
The kind of cases Dennis takes
Dennis reviews new inquiries case-by-case for entertainment, general, and zoning matters in Boston and the surrounding Massachusetts area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Suffolk University
J.D. · 1976
John Carroll University
B.A. · 1972
Jurisdictions
Dennis's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court,
1977 · ACTIVE
Massachusetts
1977 · ACTIVE
Dennis studied at J.D. in Suffolk University and B.A. in John Carroll University.
Law school and academic background
Dennis completed J.D. in Suffolk University and B.A. in John Carroll University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Dennis runs in Massachusetts is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Dennis has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Dennis's professional memberships and bar associations
Massachusetts Bar Association
membership
Locations
Dennis A. Quilty's office in Boston
Dennis's primary office is at 131 Oliver St. 5th Fl., Boston, MA, 02110-2706. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Mcdermott, Quilty & Miller LLP
131 Oliver St. 5th Fl.
Boston, MA 02110-2706
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Client reviews of Dennis A. Quilty — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
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How to hire Dennis A. Quilty — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new entertainment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Dennis usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Dennis charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Dennis's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Dennis will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a entertainment attorney in Boston, Massachusetts
A short list to run through before you commit: How many entertainment matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Dennis
Dennis discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in entertainment practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every entertainment matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Dennis confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Dennis's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many entertainment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Dennis A. Quilty
How much does it cost to hire Dennis for a entertainment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Dennis walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Dennis offer a free consultation?
Dennis charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Dennis's office. Some entertainment attorneys offer free consults — check Dennis's current terms during booking.
How long do entertainment cases in Massachusetts typically take?
Simple entertainment matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Dennis gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Dennis take my case if I'm outside Boston?
Dennis is licensed in Massachusetts. Matters governed by Massachusetts law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Dennis will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Dennis?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Dennis will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Dennis accepting new entertainment clients right now?
Dennis's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Entertainment attorneys serving Boston, Cambridge and Worcester in Massachusetts
Dennis handles entertainment matters throughout Massachusetts. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified entertainment attorneys in that community.
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