Law Office of Joseph G Butler

Law Office of Joseph G Butler is a bankruptcy attorney in Norwood, Massachusetts, serving individuals and businesses facing financial hardship. The firm specializes in Chapter 7, Chapter 11, and Chapter 13 bankruptcy filings, helping clients regain control of their finances. It also provides legal representation in business litigation, including breach of contract and partnership disputes, and offers guidance on real estate transactions such as drafting purchase agreements and representing landlords. The practice serves clients across Westwood, Boston, Norwood, Brockton, Randolph, Framingham, Attleboro, Worcester, and Providence, with a strong presence in the Greater Boston area. Though the firm holds a 3.70 rating based on three reviews, its reputation is built on decades of experience and consistent legal service.

Joseph G. Butler is a sole practitioner with a legal career spanning over four decades, having been admitted to the Massachusetts bar in 1985. He has served as a Chapter 7 trustee in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Massachusetts since 1987 and has also acted as a Chapter 11 trustee in both Massachusetts and Rhode Island. He has served as a state court-appointed receiver for nursing homes and guardian ad litem in probate cases. Recognized as a Massachusetts Super Lawyer in the bankruptcy category from 2005 to 2009 and again in 2022 and 2023, designations reserved for the top 5% of attorneys in the state, he holds an AV® rating from Martindale-Hubbell, a mark of professional excellence. His broad experience in both consumer and commercial insolvency matters informs his client-centered approach.

The office is located on Providence Highway in Westwood, just 0.2 miles from the Boston-Providence Turnpike, and is situated about 0.3 miles from C.M. Callahan School and the Norwood Country Club. It lies within a short walk of Ellis Playground and is near Plantingfield Brook and Purgatory Brook, offering a quiet, accessible location within a residential and recreational corridor.

The firm is known for its well-documented legal expertise, consistent client representation, and deep roots in the region’s legal community. Its long-standing presence and recognition by peers underscore its reliability in complex bankruptcy and business law matters. With a track record of service since the mid-1980s, it remains a trusted resource for residents and businesses in Norwood and surrounding communities.