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Albert A. DeNapoli

Albert A. DeNapoli

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Biography

Al is a member of Tarlow, Breed, Hart & Rodgers, P.C.  He concentrates his practice in all areas of civil litigation, having tried numerous cases before judges and juries. Al's focus involves complex business matters, primarily involving contract disputes and business governance issues. He also has a broad depth of experience in probate matters and litigation and family law. He is the chairman of the firm's Hospitality Practice Group, which offers legal assistance from leasing to franchising and alcohol licensing and related matters for a diverse clientele which includes local restaurants and lodging businesses as well as nationally known chains.

Publications

"Arbitration Clauses: Will They Work For You," Hotel Business Review - January 2007

Co-author, "Liquidated Damages: Protecting Your Franchise's Good Name," Hotel Business Review - October 2006

Co-author, "Strategies for Brand Protection During Retraction," Hotel Business Review - August 2006

Teaching
  • New England School of Law, 1985-1989
Representative Experience
  • Successful defense of multi-million dollar claim involving lease and licensing issues; successful defense of appeal;
  • Successful defense of claims involving breach of non-compete agreements, non-solicitation agreements, and trade secret infringements
  • Successful jury trial involving shareholder disputes
  • Successful litigation and trials of corporate governance disputes
  • Representation of international cruise line regarding Massachusetts licensing issues
Additional Information
  • Al resides in the Town of Walpole where he served six years as a Selectman. For seven years, Al had been on the Finance Committee, serving four of those years as the Chairman. Al was also a Representative Town Meeting member for his precinct in Walpole, a position he held for twelve years. He is currently the Chairman of the Town's Personnel Board
  • Al Past National President Emeritus of the National Commission for Social Justice, the anti-defamation arm of the Order of the Sons of Italy in America. Al served as President from 2003-2007 and previously served as National Treasurer and Vice-President. From 1999-2003 he was the Chairman of the Massachusetts Commission for Social Justice, which office he presently holds again (2009-Present)
  • In law school, Al was a member of the New England Law Review. Upon graduation, Al was accepted and served as a law clerk for the Justices of the Superior Court of Massachusetts from 1984-1985.
  • Al is featured in “The Boston Italians,” author Stephen Puleo’s account of Boston's Italian heritage.
  • Al has been featured as a legal expert, most recently on FOX 25 News, commenting on liquor licensing matters.
Achievements
Memberships
Credentials

Education

  • New England School of Law (J.D., magna cum laude, 1984)
  • Boston College (B.A., cum laude, 1972)
  • University of Maryland (M.A., 1974)

ADMISSIONS

  • Massachusetts Bar
  • United States Court of Appeals for the First Circuit
  • United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts

Education

  • New England School of Law (J.D., magna cum laude, 1984)
  • Boston College (B.A., cum laude, 1972)
  • University of Maryland (M.A., 1974)

Admissions

  • Massachusetts Bar
  • United States Court of Appeals for the First Circuit
  • United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts