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"The people whom I represent in legal disputes are often under tremendous stress. I attempt to demystify the legal process, help alleviate their fears and provide a realistic expectation of the outcome. I then work with my clients to carry out a plan designed to attain the best possible result, whether through litigation or negotiation. I approach litigation from a problem solving perspective, and my goal is always to provide the most effective and efficient result for my clients.”
Paul represents clients for matters of personal injury, product liability, and medical malpractice. He also represents both employers and employees in employment-related matters, providing advice relating to termination, discrimination, and avoidance of disputes.
Bar & Court Admissions
- Massachusetts, 1971
- U.S. District Court District of Massachusetts, 1975
- U.S. District Court District of Connecticut
- U.S. Court of Appeals 1st Circuit
- U.S. Court of Appeals 2nd Circuit
Education
- Boston University School of Law, Boston, Massachusetts
- J.D. - 1971
- Dartmouth College
- A.B. - 1967
Awards, Achievements & Appointments
- Designated as Best Lawyer in Best Lawyers in America, 2016-2017
- Recipient, SuperLawyers Massachusetts and New England Award, 2004-2020
- Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent Attorney, 2016
Professional & Community Activities
- President, Hampden County Bar Association, 2006-2007
- Member, Board of Directors, Hampden County Bar Association, 2004-Present
- Member, Arbitration/Mediation Panel, Hampden County Bar Association, 2003-Present
- Member, Board of Directors, Jewish Community Center; President
- Member, Board of Directors, Springfield Jewish Federation
Regional Law Firm Attorneys Honored as 2012 SuperLawyers & Rising Stars
February 21, 2013
Crafting Severance Agreements – A Well-designed Document Can Help Employers Avoid Lawsuits
BusinessWest, December 8, 2008
Ready, Set, Fire – How To Successfully Terminate an Employee
BusinessWest, August 12, 2004
The Family Leave Medical Act Rights and Responsibilities
BusinessWest, October 28, 2003
No Room For Error – Employers’ Obligations To Called-Up Reservists
April 14, 2003
Nine Bacon Wilson Attorneys Selected as 2015 Massachusetts Super Lawyers and Rising Stars
October 19, 2015
Bacon Wilson, P.C. Attorneys Honored as 2014 Super Lawyers & Rising Stars
October 23, 2014
Regional Law Firm Attorneys Honored as 2013 SuperLawyers & Rising Stars
October 30, 2013
Regional Law Firm Attorneys Honored as 2011 SuperLawyers & Rising Stars
December 9, 2011
Regional Law Firm Nominated for Top 25 Employment Law Blog
August 30, 2011
Regional Law Firm Attorneys Honored as 2010 SuperLawyers & Rising Stars
December 17, 2010
Regional Law Firm Attorneys Honored as 2009 SuperLawyers & Rising Stars
November 16, 2009
On the Firing Line – Employers Must Take Steps to Protect Themselves During Workforce Reductions
BusinessWest, February 16, 2009
Local Lawyers Recognized as 2008 SuperLawyers & Rising Stars
November 21, 2008
Full-scale Change – New Wage-and-hour Provision Will Test Employers
BusinessWest, June 20, 2008
Boston Magazine Distinguishes 7 New England SuperLawyers from Regional Law Firm
November 8, 2007
Motions and Emotions – Clerkships Give Students a Taste for How the Law Works
BusinessWest, June 15, 2007
Boston Magazine Distinguishes 9 SuperLawyers from Regional Law Firm
November 6, 2006
Trolling for New Blood – HCBA’s New President Out to Sell Value of Membership
Western MA Law Tribune, October 4, 2006
Concurrent Bar Association Presidents Hail From Regional Law Firm
September 22, 2006
Catching the blog wave – Law Firms See Benefits In A Growing Medium
BusinessWest, October 5, 2005
Bacon & Wilson, P.C. Secures $6.5 Million Award in Wrongful Death of a Child Lawsuit
January 17, 2005
Buyer Beware – Phone Reseller’s Scam Provides Some Hard Lessons on Contracts
Healthcare News, BusinessWest, November 18, 2004
7 Members of Bacon & Wilson, P.C. Designated as “SuperLawyers”
November 4, 2004
Expecting Benefits – New Mothers and Fathers Have Rights at Work
BusinessWest, August 23, 2004
Worker’s Compensation Exemption Now Available
November 1, 2002
Severance as a means to prevent former employee discrimination claims
July 19, 2011
Preventing employee discrimination claims upon termination
July 6, 2011
Classification as employee or independent contractor and overtime pay issues
May 18, 2011
Arbitration – what is it and why should you use it?
May 5, 2011
How to Prevent a Discrimination Claim When Terminating an Employee
April 30, 2010
Lecturer: Massachusetts Bar Association, “Evidence for the Civil Litigator,” 2008 & 2009
Lecturer: Massachusetts Academy of Trial Attorneys, MCLE, 1986-1988
Lecturer: Western New England College Seminar Series for College Administrators
Western Massachusetts Law Tribune Advisory Board Member