Paul F. Leavis
About Paul F. Leavis
Paul F. Leavis is a lawyer based in Boston, MA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 1997. Paul F. Leavis is recognized in the following practice area:
- Boston, Massachusetts
- Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
Current Firm: Tetzel Law LLC
Education: Northeastern University, J.D., graduated 1979, Northeastern University, B.S. Political Science, graduated 1976, and Northeastern University, graduated 1976
Location: Boston, MA
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