Paul H. Rothschild - Springfield, MA
Attorney at Bacon Wilson, P.C.
Civil Litigation Lawyers in Springfield, MA
33 State Street Springfield, MA 01103
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Springfield Civil Litigation Lawyer
Updated: 05/15/2026
Areas of Practice
- Civil Litigation
- Employment
- Personal Injury
Attorney Information
Overview
"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.
Awards and Honors
Honors
- 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
Education
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Legal Education
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Boston University School of Law,
Boston,
Massachusetts, 1971
J.D.
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Boston University School of Law,
Boston,
Massachusetts, 1971
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Non Legal Education
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Dartmouth College, 1967
A.B.
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Dartmouth College, 1967
Current Employment Position(s)
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Retired
References
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Available on Request
Classes and Seminars
- Lecturer, Evidence for the Civil Litigator, Massachusetts Bar Association, 2008-2009
Pro Bono Activities
- Member, Board of Directors, Jewish Community Center; President
- Member, Board of Directors, Springfield Jewish Federation
Published Works
Articles
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Quoted, On the Firing Line - Employers Must Take Steps to Protect Themselves During Workforce Reductions, BusinessWest, February 16, 2009
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Crafting Severance Agreements A Well-designed Document Can Help Employers Avoid Lawsuits, Business West, December 8, 2008
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Ready, Set, Fire - How to Successfully Terminate an Employee, BusinessWest, August 12, 2004
Bar 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
Other Affiliations
- Association of Trial Lawyers of America
- Massachusetts Academy of Trial Lawyers
- National Association of College and University Attorneys
- Dartmouth Lawyers Association
- 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
- Massachusetts Bar Association
- American Bar Association
- Hampden County Bar Association
Fraternities and Sororities
- Phi Lambda Phi
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