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Emily K. Yu, Business Attorney in Boston, Massachusetts

Over 22 years of legal practice · focused on Business, General, and Landlord/Tenant

AssociateatLocke Lord LLP

Boston, MA

Practicing business in Boston since 2004.

22+
Years practicing
1
Bar admission

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Emily K. Yu is an associate based in Boston, MA. The practice focuses on Business, General, and Landlord/Tenant. Emily has over 22 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Locke Lord LLP.

Based in
Boston, MA
Experience
over 22 years
Known for
Business · General · Landlord/Tenant
  • Handles Business, General, and Landlord/Tenant matters from Boston, MA.
  • Over 22 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Emily K. Yu: Emily K. Yu is an associate based in Boston, MA. The practice focuses on Business, General, and Landlord/Tenant. Emily has over 22 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Locke Lord LLP.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Emily takes on

Emily concentrates on business, general, landlord/tenant, m&a, and real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Emily handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Business cases in Boston, Massachusetts

Emily takes business 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 Emily agrees to represent you.

General cases in Boston, Massachusetts

Emily 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 Emily agrees to represent you.

Landlord/Tenant cases in Boston, Massachusetts

Emily takes landlord/tenant 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 Emily agrees to represent you.

M&A cases in Boston, Massachusetts

Emily takes m&a 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 Emily agrees to represent you.

Real Estate cases in Boston, Massachusetts

Emily takes real estate 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 Emily agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Emily K. Yu — business lawyer in Boston

Emily K. Yu is an associate based in Boston, MA. The practice focuses on Business, General, and Landlord/Tenant. Emily has over 22 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Locke Lord LLP.

Emily K. Yu is a lawyer practicing real estate, acquisitions and dispositions, hospitality and 3 other areas of law. Emily received a B.A. degree from Wellesley College in 2001, and has been licensed for 22 years. Emily practices at Locke Lord LLP in Boston, MA.

How Emily handles business matters

Emily K. Yu is a lawyer practicing real estate, acquisitions and dispositions, hospitality and 3 other areas of law. Emily received a B.A. degree from Wellesley College in 2001, and has been licensed for 22 years. Emily practices at Locke Lord LLP in Boston, MA.

Who Emily represents

Emily reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, general, and landlord/tenant matters in Boston and the surrounding Massachusetts area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • Boston College

    J.D. · 2004

  • Wellesley College

    B.A. · 2001

Jurisdictions

Emily's state bar admissions

  • Massachusetts

    2004 · ACTIVE

Emily studied at J.D. in Boston College and B.A. in Wellesley College.

Law school and academic background

Emily completed J.D. in Boston College and B.A. in Wellesley College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Emily runs in Massachusetts is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Affiliations

Emily's professional memberships and bar associations

  • Memberships Asian American Lawyers of Massachusetts Boston Bar Association New England Women in Real Estate Women's Bar Association of Massachusetts: Business Development Committee, Co-Founder Women of Color Committee

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Locations

Emily K. Yu's office in Boston

Emily's primary office is at 111 Huntington Avenue, Boston, MA, 02199-7613. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Locke Lord LLP

111 Huntington Avenue

Boston, MA 02199-7613

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Hiring guide

How to hire Emily K. Yu — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Emily usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Emily charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Emily'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; Emily will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a business attorney in Boston, Massachusetts

A short list to run through before you commit: How many business 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 Emily

Emily discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every business 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. Emily confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Emily's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Emily K. Yu

  • How much does it cost to hire Emily for a business case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Emily walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Emily offer a free consultation?

    Emily charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Emily's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Emily's current terms during booking.

  • How long do business cases in Massachusetts typically take?

    Simple business 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. Emily gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Emily take my case if I'm outside Boston?

    Emily 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 — Emily 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 Emily?

    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. Emily will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Emily accepting new business clients right now?

    Emily's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

Business attorneys serving Boston, Cambridge and Worcester in Massachusetts

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