Mary-Laura Greely, M&A Attorney in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, MA
Trusted m&a attorney serving Boston.
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Mary-Laura Greely is an attorney based in Boston, MASSACHUSETTS. The practice focuses on M&A.
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- Boston, MASSACHUSETTS
- Experience
- attorney
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- M&A
- Handles M&A matters from Boston, MASSACHUSETTS.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law (2026).
About Mary-Laura Greely: Mary-Laura Greely is an attorney based in Boston, MASSACHUSETTS. The practice focuses on M&A.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Mary-Laura takes on
Mary-Laura concentrates on m&a. Each area below outlines the kind of case Mary-Laura handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
M&A cases in Boston, Massachusetts
Mary-Laura takes m&a matters in Boston, Massachusetts. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Mary-Laura agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Mary-Laura Greely — m&a lawyer in Boston
Mary-Laura Greely is an attorney based in Boston, MASSACHUSETTS. The practice focuses on M&A.
A co-leader of the firm's Mergers & Acquisitions Practice, Mary-Laura Greely has extensive experience as a transactional lawyer in mergers and acquisitions involving private and public companies, private equity, venture capital, and general corporate representation. She advises companies on strategic acquisitions and dispositions of companies, assets and divisions, significant debt and equity financings, management buy-outs, corporate governance and succession planning, employment, intellectual property protection, transactional due diligence, and partnership and stockholder matters. Mary-Laura serves as outside general counsel and a trusted business advisor working with clients on strategic growth opportunities and business-critical projects, as well as addressing day-to-day commercial issues.
Her clients represent a broad range of industries, including manufacturing, distribution, health care, medical device, information technology, financial services, food and beverage, franchising, consumer products, automotive, real estate, construction and service businesses. She has had significant experience representing both buyers and sellers in cross-border transactions.
How Mary-Laura handles m&a matters
A co-leader of the firm's Mergers & Acquisitions Practice, Mary-Laura Greely has extensive experience as a transactional lawyer in mergers and acquisitions involving private and public companies, private equity, venture capital, and general corporate representation. She advises companies on strategic acquisitions and dispositions of companies, assets and divisions, significant debt and equity…
Who Mary-Laura represents
Mary-Laura reviews new inquiries case-by-case for m&a matters in Boston and the surrounding Massachusetts area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Boston University School of Law
J.D.
Harvard University
M.A.
Wellesley College
B.A.
Mary-Laura studied at J.D. in Boston University School of Law, M.A. in Harvard University, and B.A. in Wellesley College.
Law school and academic background
Mary-Laura completed J.D. in Boston University School of Law, M.A. in Harvard University, and B.A. in Wellesley College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Mary-Laura runs in Massachusetts is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Mary-Laura has received 4 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Health Care Law
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Health Care Law (2026).
Locations
Mary-Laura Greely's office in Boston
Mary-Laura's primary office is at 100 Summer Street, Boston, Massachusetts, 02110. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Mary-Laura Greely — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new m&a attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Mary-Laura usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Mary-Laura charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Mary-Laura's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Mary-Laura will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a m&a attorney in Boston, Massachusetts
A short list to run through before you commit: How many m&a matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Mary-Laura
Mary-Laura discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in m&a practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every m&a matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Mary-Laura confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Mary-Laura's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many m&a practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Mary-Laura Greely
How much does it cost to hire Mary-Laura for a m&a case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Mary-Laura walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Mary-Laura offer a free consultation?
Mary-Laura charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Mary-Laura's office. Some m&a attorneys offer free consults — check Mary-Laura's current terms during booking.
How long do m&a cases in Massachusetts typically take?
Simple m&a matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Mary-Laura gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Mary-Laura take my case if I'm outside Boston?
Mary-Laura is licensed in Massachusetts. Matters governed by Massachusetts law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Mary-Laura will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Mary-Laura?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Mary-Laura will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Mary-Laura accepting new m&a clients right now?
Mary-Laura's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
M&A attorneys serving Boston, Cambridge and Worcester in Massachusetts
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