Malcolm Farmer III, Business Attorney in Boston, Massachusetts
Over 62 years of legal practice · focused on Business and General · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
PartneratHinckley, Allen & Snyder LLP
Boston, MA
Practicing business in Boston since 1964.
- 62+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Malcolm Farmer III is a partner based in Boston, MA. The practice focuses on Business and General. Malcolm has over 62 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Hinckley, Allen & Snyder LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Boston, MA
- Experience
- over 62 years
- Known for
- Business · General
- Handles Business and General matters from Boston, MA.
- Over 62 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Malcolm Farmer III: Malcolm Farmer III is a partner based in Boston, MA. The practice focuses on Business and General. Malcolm has over 62 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Hinckley, Allen & Snyder LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Malcolm Farmer III
Malcolm concentrates on business and general. Each area below outlines the kind of case Malcolm handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business cases in Boston, Massachusetts
Malcolm 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 Malcolm agrees to represent you.
General cases in Boston, Massachusetts
Malcolm 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 Malcolm agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Malcolm Farmer III — Over 62 years of Massachusetts business experience
Malcolm Farmer III is a partner based in Boston, MA. The practice focuses on Business and General. Malcolm has over 62 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Hinckley, Allen & Snyder LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Malcolm Farmer III is a lawyer practicing corporate law, banking law, commercial lending law and 6 other areas of law. Malcolm received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1961, and has been licensed for 62 years. Malcolm practices at Hinckley, Allen & Snyder LLP in Boston, MA and 1 other location.
Working with Malcolm on a business matter
Malcolm Farmer III is a lawyer practicing corporate law, banking law, commercial lending law and 6 other areas of law. Malcolm received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1961, and has been licensed for 62 years. Malcolm practices at Hinckley, Allen & Snyder LLP in Boston, MA and 1 other location.
Clients Malcolm works with
Malcolm reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business and general matters in Boston and the surrounding Massachusetts area.
Credentials
Malcolm Farmer III's legal education and bar admissions
Harvard University
LL.B. · 1964
Yale University
B.A. · 1961
Jurisdictions
Malcolm's state bar admissions
Massachusetts
1985 · ACTIVE
Rhode Island
1964 · ACTIVE
Malcolm studied at LL.B. in Harvard University and B.A. in Yale University.
Law school and academic background
Malcolm completed LL.B. in Harvard University and B.A. in Yale University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Malcolm runs in Massachusetts is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Malcolm Farmer III
Malcolm has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Locations
Malcolm Farmer III's office in Boston
Malcolm's primary office is at 28 State Street, 29th Floor, Boston, MA, 02109-1775. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Hinckley, Allen & Snyder LLP
28 State Street, 29th Floor
Boston, MA 02109-1775
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Client reviews of Malcolm Farmer III — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
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How to hire Malcolm Farmer III — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Malcolm usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Malcolm charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Malcolm'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; Malcolm 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 Malcolm
Malcolm 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. Malcolm confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Malcolm'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 Malcolm Farmer III
How much does it cost to hire Malcolm for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Malcolm walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Malcolm offer a free consultation?
Malcolm charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Malcolm's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Malcolm'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. Malcolm gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Malcolm take my case if I'm outside Boston?
Malcolm 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 — Malcolm 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 Malcolm?
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. Malcolm will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Malcolm accepting new business clients right now?
Malcolm'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
Malcolm handles business matters throughout Massachusetts. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified business attorneys in that community.
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