Overview

Founded in 1979, Davis Malm is a premier, full-service, Boston-based law firm. The firm provides sophisticated legal services and represents local, national, and international public and private businesses, institutions, and individuals in a wide spectrum of industries. The firm delivers successful results to clients through direct partner involvement, responsive client service and practical and creative problem solving. These qualities—combined with a cross-discipline approach to the law and an efficient approach to staffing—are not just our watchwords, but our working reality. We take pride in our long-standing relationships with our clients and, most important, in our clients' many successes.

Banking and Credit: Our banking and credit attorneys routinely represent institutional, private, governmental, and commercial lenders, along with corporate borrowers, finance-lessees, and other users of capital, in a broad spectrum of domestic and foreign commercial transactions. We are particularly well known for our expertise in U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) lending, floor plan financing, and tax-exempt bond financing.

Business: Our business attorneys represent public and private businesses in a wide range of industries, including manufacturing, pharmaceutical, biotech, software, environmental management, Internet commerce, service, distribution, and medical. We handle all areas of business practice from initial formation, issues of governance, and private and public financing to SEC compliance and mergers and acquisitions. We also serve clients in new and emerging businesses in the changing economy.

Divorce and Family Law: Our divorce and family law attorneys are highly skilled with decades of experience representing clients, including high-net-worth and high-profile individuals, in all aspects of divorce and family law matters. When substantial and complex assets are at stake, our attorneys analyze the multifaceted layers in order to fiercely protect their wealth. The divorce and family law team collaborates with other firm colleagues to provide comprehensive service and advise on a number of other issues that arise in a divorce, including those that impact: family and closely held business concerns; partnership interests; tax matters; real estate; and retirement, pension and employment-related equity and compensation plans.

Employment: Our employment attorneys regularly represent employers, executives, and employees in all aspects of employment law, including discrimination law, breach of contract matters, noncompetition agreements, and trade secret and confidential information matters. Attorneys regularly advise employers regarding employee hand books, employment audits, and workplace policies and practices. They also conduct workplace investigations and trainings on diversity harassment and other topics. Attorneys are experienced trial lawyers with a strong success record, who are prepared, when necessary, to negotiate, mediate, arbitrate, and litigate employment issues in all administrative and judicial forums.

Intellectual Property: Our intellectual property attorneys represent inventors, start-ups, emerging companies, and private and public companies in a wide range of industries and technology verticals. We offer a full range of intellectual property services, including patent prosecution, obtaining and managing trademarks and copyrights, safeguarding trade secrets, negotiating and drafting licensing and joint venture agreements, preparing opinions, reviewing and drafting employment and consulting agreements, and enforcing and defending intellectual property rights and assets through litigation.

Litigation: Our litigators have extensive experience handling commercial litigation matters of all sizes and complexity in state and federal courts, both trial and appellate, and in administrative agencies. The firm resolves large and complex litigation for marjor, publicly traded companies and handles "bet the company" litigation for smaller, privately held enterprises and individuals. We have a strong track record of obtaining positive results for our clients. Our litigators bring to every dispute years of experience and dedication to success extending across a broad array of disciplines. We are always vigilant in pursuing favorable settlement opportunities and have a demonstrated record of success both in negotiating settlements and in alternative dispute-resolution forums. We work closely with all our clients to reduce their litigation risks and to resolve disputes outside the courtroom arena whenever possible. This commitment to dispute resolution demonstrates the importance we place on preserving our clients' management, human, and financial resources.

Real Estate and Environmental Law: Our real estate and environmental attorneys represent developers in the acquisition, financing, construction, and sale of residential and commercial projects. Our expertise in condominium law—in both development and management—is well-known. We have a long history of successful representation of clients in environmental compliance and contamination matters.

Regulatory and Administrative Law: The firm represents clients in regulated industries and works closely with them to protect their interests, ensure compliance, and avoid or minimize sanctions in cases of alleged noncompliance. Represented industry sectors include: cable television, telecommunications, data security and information privacy, energy, renewable energy, environmental, permitting, zoning, and liquor licensing. The firm regularly represents clients in securing regulatory approvals and advocating in state and federal agency proceedings.

Founded:
1979
Size:
35
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Practice Areas:
41
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Best Lawyers Recognized:
8

Rankings

National

Tier
2
National Ranking
Litigation - Labor and Employment
Tier
3
National Ranking
Litigation - Environmental
Tier
3
National Ranking
Real Estate Law

Regional

Boston

Tier
1
Boston
Litigation - Labor and Employment
Tier
2
Boston
Real Estate Law
Tier
2
Boston
Tax Law
Tier
3
Boston
Commercial Litigation
Tier
3
Boston
Litigation - Environmental

Firm Leadership

Lawrence J. Casey
Executive Committee
Christopher J. Marino
Executive Committee
Amy L. Fracassini
President

Highlighted Client Comments

These featured testimonials reflect a sampling of client experiences. As every legal matter is unique—comments are personal opinions, not guarantees of future results.
Corporate Law
Davis, Malm & D'Agostine has provided high-quality legal advice and service at a reasonable price. They partner with my company and understand the measure of their success is the success of their client.
David Musselman
Senior Vice President & General Counsel – Clean Harbors
Corporate Law
As a former practicing attorney, I have a good sense of what constitutes effective advice. Davis, Malm & D'Agostine partners have always been responsive, creative and effective in representing my firm in a variety of commercial transactions, M&A work and tax counseling.
 
Corporate Governance Law
Davis Malm consistently provides expert guidance and a steady hand at a reasonable price.
 
Real Estate Law
I recommend Paul Feldman at Davis, Malm & D'Agostine. He is practical, efficient, and results oriented.
 

Rankings

National

Tier
2
National Ranking
Litigation - Labor and Employment
Tier
3
National Ranking
Litigation - Environmental
Tier
3
National Ranking
Real Estate Law

Regional

Boston

Tier
1
Boston
Litigation - Labor and Employment
Tier
2
Boston
Real Estate Law
Tier
2
Boston
Tax Law
Tier
3
Boston
Commercial Litigation
Tier
3
Boston
Litigation - Environmental

Practice Areas

Davis, Malm & D'Agostine PC has been ranked by Best Law Firms for excellence in 5 specialties, reflecting the firm's commitment to delivering outstanding legal services.
Additionally, the firm provides services in these practice areas:
  • Administrative / Regulatory Law
  • Appellate Practice
  • Banking and Finance Law
  • Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
  • Bet-the-Company Litigation
  • Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships)
  • Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law
  • Commercial Finance Law
  • Commercial Litigation
  • Commercial Transactions / UCC Law
  • Construction Law
  • Copyright Law
  • Corporate Governance Law
  • Corporate Law
  • Employment Law - Individuals
  • Employment Law - Management
  • Energy Regulatory Law
  • Environmental Law
  • Equipment Finance Law
  • Land Use and Zoning Law
  • Leveraged Buyouts and Private Equity Law
  • Litigation - Construction
  • Litigation - Environmental
  • Litigation - Intellectual Property
  • Litigation - Labor and Employment
  • Litigation - Land Use and Zoning
  • Litigation - Mergers and Acquisitions
  • Litigation - Patent
  • Litigation - Real Estate
  • Litigation - Securities
  • Litigation - Trusts and Estates
  • Mergers and Acquisitions Law
  • Patent Law
  • Privacy and Data Security Law
  • Public Finance Law
  • Qui Tam Law
  • Real Estate Law
  • Tax Law
  • Trade Secrets Law
  • Trademark Law
  • Venture Capital Law

Individuals Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America®

Davis, Malm & D'Agostine PC proudly has 8 lawyers recognized for their outstanding professional performance in the 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®. This peer-reviewed honor highlights individual excellence and directly qualifies the firm for consideration in the prestigious Best Law Firms rankings. For over four decades, Best Lawyers has been the gold standard for recognizing top legal talent, serving as the cornerstone for Best Law Firms awards. Learn more about our rigorous Best Lawyers research and selection process.
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Client Comments

A strong relationship between a client and their law firm is key to achieving the best possible outcomes. Open communication, trust, and collaboration ensure that attorneys understand each client’s unique goals and needs. Choosing the right firm means finding a team with the experience, knowledge, and dedication to guide you through every stage of the legal process.
Client comments reflect personal opinions and individual experiences. Every case is different, and outcomes depend on specific facts and circumstances. Past results and testimonials do not guarantee similar outcomes in future matters. For personalized legal advice, consult directly with an experienced attorney who can evaluate your specific situation and provide tailored guidance.
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Firm News

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June 1, 2021
Davis Malm Attorneys and Practice Area Recognized by 2021 Chambers USA
Read Article Davis Malm Attorneys and Practice Area Recognized by 2021 Chambers USA
May 21, 2021
Robert J. Munnelly, Jr. Presents at MCLE Webinar on Launching Your Practice During the Pandemic
Read Article Robert J. Munnelly, Jr. Presents at MCLE Webinar on Launching Your Practice During the Pandemic
May 12, 2021
Davis Malm Assists in Aduro Clean Technologies Inc. Merger with Aduro Energy
Read Article Davis Malm Assists in Aduro Clean Technologies Inc. Merger with Aduro Energy
April 20, 2021
Courtney A. Simmons Moderates BBA Webinar, "Environmental & Energy Public Service Opportunities During COVID"
Read Article Courtney A. Simmons Moderates BBA Webinar, "Environmental & Energy Public Service Opportunities During COVID"
March 26, 2021
Davis Malm Represents 263-269 Pleasant Street LLC in Permitting Litigation
Read Article Davis Malm Represents 263-269 Pleasant Street LLC in Permitting Litigation
February 4, 2021
Davis Malm Participates in Virtual Talk to the Hill for Civil Legal Aid
Read Article Davis Malm Participates in Virtual Talk to the Hill for Civil Legal Aid
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Awards

Davis, Malm & D'Agostine PC is honored to be recognized for excellence by Best Law Firms and other leading legal industry organizations. Our rankings and awards reflect the dedication, skill, and results our attorneys deliver across a wide range of practice areas. In addition to our Best Law Firms awards, Davis, Malm & D'Agostine PC has earned accolades from respected national and regional publications for outstanding legal service and professional achievement. Explore our awards below to learn more about how Davis, Malm & D'Agostine PC continues to set the standard for quality legal representation.
President's Award, Massachusetts Bar Foundation
Leading Firm: Labor and Employment, Chambers USA
Leading Firm: Labor and Employment, Chambers USA
Leading Firm: Labor and Employment, Chambers USA

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