Maureen Bennett, Environmental Attorney in Boston, Massachusetts
Over 41 years of legal practice · focused on Environmental, Formation, and General · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
PartneratJones Day
Boston, MA
Practicing environmental in Boston since 1985.
- 41+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Maureen Bennett is a partner based in Boston, MA. The practice focuses on Environmental, Formation, and General. Maureen has over 41 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Jones Day. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Boston, MA
- Experience
- over 41 years
- Known for
- Environmental · Formation · General
- Handles Environmental, Formation, and General matters from Boston, MA.
- Over 41 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Maureen Bennett: Maureen Bennett is a partner based in Boston, MA. The practice focuses on Environmental, Formation, and General. Maureen has over 41 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Jones Day. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Maureen takes on
Maureen concentrates on environmental, formation, general, health care, and m&a. Each area below outlines the kind of case Maureen handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Environmental
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Formation
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General
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M&A
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Environmental cases in Boston, Massachusetts
Maureen takes environmental 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 Maureen agrees to represent you.
Formation cases in Boston, Massachusetts
Maureen takes formation 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 Maureen agrees to represent you.
General cases in Boston, Massachusetts
Maureen 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 Maureen agrees to represent you.
Health Care cases in Boston, Massachusetts
Maureen takes health care 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 Maureen agrees to represent you.
M&A cases in Boston, Massachusetts
Maureen 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 Maureen agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Maureen Bennett — environmental lawyer in Boston
Maureen Bennett is a partner based in Boston, MA. The practice focuses on Environmental, Formation, and General. Maureen has over 41 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Jones Day. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Maureen Bennett is a lawyer practicing health care, life sciences, digital health & hit and 6 other areas of law. Maureen received a B.A. degree from Boston College in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years. Maureen practices at Jones Day in Boston, MA.
Working with Maureen on a environmental matter
Maureen Bennett is a lawyer practicing health care, life sciences, digital health & hit and 6 other areas of law. Maureen received a B.A. degree from Boston College in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years. Maureen practices at Jones Day in Boston, MA.
Clients Maureen works with
Maureen reviews new inquiries case-by-case for environmental, formation, and general matters in Boston and the surrounding Massachusetts area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Boston College
J.D. · 1985
Boston College
B.A. · 1982
Jurisdictions
Maureen's state bar admissions
California
1992 · ACTIVE
Massachusetts
1985 · ACTIVE
Maureen studied at J.D. in Boston College and B.A. in Boston College.
Law school and academic background
Maureen completed J.D. in Boston College and B.A. in Boston College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Maureen runs in Massachusetts is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Maureen has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Locations
Maureen Bennett's office in Boston
Maureen's primary office is at 100 High Street, 21st Floor, Boston, MA, 02110-1781. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Maureen Bennett — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Maureen. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing environmental attorneys in Boston.
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How to hire Maureen Bennett — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new environmental attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Maureen usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Maureen charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Maureen'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; Maureen will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a environmental attorney in Boston, Massachusetts
A short list to run through before you commit: How many environmental 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 Maureen
Maureen discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in environmental practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every environmental 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. Maureen confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Maureen's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many environmental practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Maureen Bennett
How much does it cost to hire Maureen for a environmental case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Maureen walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Maureen offer a free consultation?
Maureen charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Maureen's office. Some environmental attorneys offer free consults — check Maureen's current terms during booking.
How long do environmental cases in Massachusetts typically take?
Simple environmental 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. Maureen gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Maureen take my case if I'm outside Boston?
Maureen 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 — Maureen 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 Maureen?
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. Maureen will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Maureen accepting new environmental clients right now?
Maureen's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Environmental attorneys serving Boston, Cambridge and Worcester in Massachusetts
Maureen handles environmental matters throughout Massachusetts. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified environmental attorneys in that community.
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