We are a small, dynamic law firm located in the heart of Newton, serving clients throughout Massachusetts. We provide our clients with the highest level of legal representation and unmatched attention.

At Patrick F. Dwyer & Associates, you’re not just a file number, you’re a client, and you don’t just get a lawyer, you get a legal team.

The firm offers representation and counsel in the following practice areas:

Residential Real Estate:

With over fifteen years of experience the Firms attorneys and paralegal staff have closed thousands of residential transactions in Massachusetts, New Hampshire and Rhode Island. The Firm’s unique and convenient location right off the Massachusetts Turnpike in Newton, Massachusetts gives it unparalleled access to Boston and the surrounding region, while providing an opportune place to conduct closings outside of the city. Whether it's representing a first-time homebuyer or an experienced developer, the Firm adapts to the specific needs of its clients.

Commercial Real Estate:

The Firm’s commercial real estate practice has experience representing banks, credit unions, and other institutional lenders, as well as counseling and negotiating on behalf of private buyers and sellers of commercial properties. The Firm’s attorneys have closed hundreds of small business and commercial closings throughout Massachusetts, New Hampshire and Rhode Island. The department has experience reviewing and assessing corporate formation documents and drafting all types of commercial loan documents, including but not limited to, construction loan documents, estoppels and SNDAs, subordination agreements, and asset loan documents. The Firm provides its clients with the advice and guidance to obtain the results they desire in a timely and efficient manner.

Condominium Law:

The Firm is experienced in guiding its clients through the condominium conversion process. Cookie-cutter condominium documents have become all too commonplace in today's market. The Firm offers customizable documents based on its client's individual needs. Furthermore, at no additional expense, an attorney will make a site visit with its client and client's architect to assess the client's specific needs and requirements. The Firm also offers counsel to condominium trusts and associations.

Landlord/Tenant Law:

The Firm offers counsel to both landlords and tenants. Whether it's counseling a new landlord on a rental property or a complex landlord/tenant dispute, the Firm is experienced and capable of facilitating an amicable resolution, evicting a tenant through summary process, and everything in between.

Testimonials from our clients

"From the moment I met Patrick, I trusted him unconditionally. This has happened only once before in my life. "What better recommendation," I thought. I have learned that relationships with the professionals in my life - doctors, lawyers, therapists, veterinarians, teachers, mortgage and insurance brokers, and the like - are just as important as those with friends and family. Moreover, experience has taught me how to listen to my gut with regard to these professionals. My relationship with Patrick is new, only several months, yet I know that he will be with me for the long haul. He started out as my real estate lawyer, and now will prepare my Will and Health Care Proxy and handle any other legal issues that come my way. Yes, Patrick returns calls promptly (or even better, takes them the first time!). He is knowledgeable, courteous, punctual, and generous. He is sharply intelligent, wise and discreet - "professional" in every way. But most importantly, most coveted, and most lacking, Patrick possesses that ineffable quality we have come to call "being there."

- Carla, Communications Manager/Editor, Financial Services - Equity Research

"As a first time home buyer, I was unfamiliar with the legal documents and was concerned about signing anything that I did not understand. Patrick took the time to review each document and answer all of my questions which made the process much smoother. When issues arose that could potentially hold up my closing, Patrick worked with the seller's attorney and negotiated an agreement that enabled me to close on time while still ensuring that all of my concerns were addressed and taken care of."

- Maggie, Director, Biotech Company

"I have known Pat for over seven years. In that time, he has helped my husband and I buy our first condo, walking us through the process from beginning to end and later helped us with the legal work for refinancing, and I hope he will be there when we can buy our first house. He made what could have been an intimidating and stressful process each time virtually painless. He is honest, hardworking, incredibly detail-oriented and is always available to provide us with legal advice when issues come up unexpectedly. We have recommended him to family and friends and will continue to do so. He is an excellent attorney who is also a truly outstanding individual of great character."

- Kate, Assistant General Counsel, Fortune 500 Financial Institution

"I've worked with the Firm on two recent closings – my initial home purchase and a re-finance. First, Pat is very thorough, giving me the confidence that any potential issue has been reviewed and covered. I also appreciate his patience in explaining legal terms in a straightforward, easy to understand manner. Finally, Pat works proactively with real estate agents, mortgage companies, condo associations and others – saving a lot of time for everyone."

- Mike, VP of Business Development, Technology Company