Lawyers in Fall River, MA
There are 34 attorneys and law firms in Fall River, Massachusetts. Compare ratings, hours, and contact details below, or filter by practice area to find the right lawyer near you.
Legal help in Massachusetts
- Massachusetts courts’ self-help resourcesOfficial court guides and forms for people without a lawyer
- Lawyer referral serviceMassachusetts Bar Association Lawyer Referral Service
- Small claims limit: $7,000 (source)
- Personal injury filing deadline: generally 3 years — Mass. Gen. Laws ch. 260, § 2A
Exceptions and details
Small claims procedure in the District Court and Boston Municipal Court departments for contract or tort claims up to $7,000 (not slander or libel). The $7,000 cap does not apply to actions for property damage caused by a motor vehicle. A city or town may bring certain actions up to $15,000 (and personal-property tax collection in any amount).
Claims against a public employer under the Massachusetts Tort Claims Act also require written presentment to the executive officer within 2 years after the cause of action arose (G.L. c. 258, § 4).
masslawhelp.com is the MBA's own LRS website (page identifies itself as the Massachusetts Bar Association Lawyer Referral Service and links to massbar.org). Massachusetts has no mandatory state bar association; the MBA is the voluntary statewide bar. massbar.org itself blocked automated fetches (bot challenge).
Checked September 25, 2026 against official sources. General information, not legal advice — deadlines and limits have exceptions, so confirm with a lawyer.
Lawyers in Fall River — FAQ
How many lawyers are in Fall River, MA?
+
Lawyers Near Me lists 34 attorneys and law firms in Fall River, Massachusetts. Each listing includes ratings, hours, and contact information.
How do I find a good lawyer in Fall River?
+
Pick your legal issue, then compare Fall River attorneys by their Google rating, number of reviews, and proximity. Call or request a consultation directly — many local firms offer a free initial consultation.
How much does a lawyer cost in Fall River, MA?
+
Attorney fees in Fall River vary by practice area and by how the lawyer bills. Many personal injury and disability lawyers work on contingency (no fee unless you recover money), while others charge hourly or flat fees. Our free Lawyer Cost Estimator multiplies your hours by the average hourly rate for your practice area and state, from Clio's 2026 Legal Trends data. Confirm fees during your consultation.
Are these Fall River attorneys verified?
+
Listings come from public business data. Each shows the firm's address, phone number, and Google rating where available. We don't independently verify listings. Before hiring any lawyer, confirm their license and disciplinary history with the State Bar of Massachusetts's attorney search. This page provides general information only and is not legal advice.