Nutter McClennen & Fish LLP in US

Overview

Welcome to Nutter, where legal expertise meets unparalleled dedication. As a nationally-ranked law firm, we redefine the client experience with a contextual, collaborative, and personalized approach. Ranked among the top tiers by Chambers USA and Best Lawyers, we advise industry leaders, entrepreneurs, institutions, and families globally. At Nutter, we go beyond traditional legal services, offering insightful consultation coupled with practical execution. Our client-centric focus spans corporate and finance, intellectual property, litigation, real estate, labor and employment, tax, and trusts and estates. Co-founded in 1879 by Louis D. Brandeis, a future U.S. Supreme Court Justice, our legacy of excellence endures. Join us at Nutter for a legal partnership that prioritizes your success, values collaboration, and delivers smart solutions without compromising on value. Learn more about us at www.nutter.com.

Founded:

1879

Size:

154

Best Lawyers Recognized:

Rankings

National

Tier

National Ranking

Financial Services Regulation Law

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National Ranking

Land Use and Zoning Law

Tier

National Ranking

Litigation - Regulatory Enforcement (SEC, Telecom, Energy)

Tier

National Ranking

Trusts and Estates

Tier

National Ranking

Banking and Finance Law

Tier

National Ranking

Commercial Litigation

Regional

Boston

Tier

Boston

Banking and Finance Law

Tier

Boston

Commercial Litigation

Tier

Boston

Corporate Law

Tier

Boston

Criminal Defense: White-Collar

Tier

Boston

Employment Law - Management

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Boston

Environmental Law

Firm Leadership

Liam T. O’Connell

Co-Managing Partner

Michael E. Scott

Co-Managing Partner

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.

Real Estate Law

I have been doing business with Nutter McClennen & Fish for over 10 years. Nutter has the capacity to get all of my work done in a timely fashion. My attorney is available 24/7 and finds a way to get deals done, always seeing the big picture. My growing portfolio has been organized into a well thought out estate plan with the help of Nutter. Their insight and hard work have made them a great partner.

Charles Hajjar

Hajjar Management Company, Inc.

Commercial Litigation

Nutter McClennen & Fish has a top notch litigation department. They are smart, experienced lawyers who try cases and are not afraid of the courtroom. They understand my goals as a client, and take a smart, practical approach to meet those goals.

Corporate Law

Jeremy Halpern and his team at Nutter McClennen & Fish have been instrumental to the success of our company. We are continually grateful that we were introduced. Jeremy's wide range of expertise on all things related to the beverage business in addition to helping with the entrepreneurial start up aspect of our business have been priceless.

Litigation - Intellectual Property

Nutter McClennen & Fish is an exceptionally responsive and effective team that understands our business needs.

Evan Slavitt

VP Business & Legal Affairs – AVX Corporation

Banking and Finance Law

Mike Krebs of Nutter McClennen & Fish is an outstanding banking attorney. He is not only a knowledge expert in policy, regulatory, board governance and other matters, he is a domain specialist in the capital markets area - including private placements and M&A, for example. As evidence of his depth and breadth in banking law, he is always available, including weekends. Yet even when Mike may be surprised by an issue along with a request for immediate advice, he is always gracious while providing calm and thorough insight. His strong client service ethic and his superior banking law knowledge are superb.

Anthony Nuzzo

Chairman, President and CEO – First Commons Bank

Real Estate Law

Nutter McClennen & Fish has served my nonprofit organization for over thirty years in the primary area of real estate law. This long-term relationship is not by accident or a resistance to change. Their overall performance is exceptional under the satisfaction survey metrics. More importantly than receiving and utilizing their sound legal advice, I have come to appreciate NM&F's dedication to helping me reshape our mission in order to stay relevant and financially sustainable. NM&F has become a strategic partner in the success of my organization as we pursue middle-income veterans' housing in Boston!

Michael Dwyer

Brighton Marine Health Center

Tax Law

We have total confidence in the integrity and wise counsel of Nutter McClennen & Fish, whose advice has been indispensable to us over the years. I give them our highest recommendation for quality and service.

Phil Balboni

President, CEO and Co-Founder – Global News Enterprises, LLC

Rankings

National

Tier

National Ranking

Financial Services Regulation Law

Tier

National Ranking

Land Use and Zoning Law

Tier

National Ranking

Litigation - Regulatory Enforcement (SEC, Telecom, Energy)

Tier

National Ranking

Trusts and Estates

Tier

National Ranking

Banking and Finance Law

Tier

National Ranking

Commercial Litigation

Tier

National Ranking

Corporate Law

Tier

National Ranking

Environmental Law

Tier

National Ranking

Mergers and Acquisitions Law

Tier

National Ranking

Patent Law

Tier

National Ranking

Real Estate Law

Tier

National Ranking

Tax Law

Tier

National Ranking

Trademark Law

Tier

National Ranking

Venture Capital Law

Tier

National Ranking

Litigation - Construction

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National Ranking

Litigation - Real Estate

Regional

Boston

Tier

Boston

Banking and Finance Law

Tier

Boston

Commercial Litigation

Tier

Boston

Corporate Law

Tier

Boston

Criminal Defense: White-Collar

Tier

Boston

Employment Law - Management

Tier

Boston

Environmental Law

Tier

Boston

Financial Services Regulation Law

Tier

Boston

Land Use and Zoning Law

Tier

Boston

Litigation - Intellectual Property

Tier

Boston

Litigation - Labor and Employment

Tier

Boston

Litigation - Regulatory Enforcement (SEC, Telecom, Energy)

Tier

Boston

Mergers and Acquisitions Law

Tier

Boston

Patent Law

Tier

Boston

Privacy and Data Security Law

Tier

Boston

Product Liability Litigation - Defendants

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Boston

Real Estate Law

Tier

Boston

Tax Law

Tier

Boston

Trademark Law

Tier

Boston

Trusts and Estates

Tier

Boston

Litigation - Construction

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Boston

Litigation - Patent

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Boston

Nonprofit / Charities Law

Tier

Boston

Venture Capital Law

Tier

Boston

Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law

New York City

Tier

New York City

Commercial Litigation

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New York City

Litigation - Real Estate

San Francisco

Tier

San Francisco

Trusts and Estates

Individuals Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America^®

Nutter McClennen & Fish LLP proudly has 58 lawyers recognized for their outstanding professional performance in the 2026 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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Awards

Nutter McClennen & Fish LLP 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, Nutter McClennen & Fish LLP 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 Nutter McClennen & Fish LLP continues to set the standard for quality legal representation.