Barbara H. Buell

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Barbara Hayes Buell is one of the leading healthcare attorneys in Massachusetts. Throughout her distinguished career, she has tried over 200 medical malpractice cases.

In addition, Barbara frequently handles matters before the State Boards that license physicians, dentists, nurses, social workers, and other health professionals. She has represented hospitals in matters of policy, credentialing, and delineation of privileges. She is especially skilled and adept at handling the most sensitive issues for her clients.

Barbara's commitment to health law is further underscored by her academic achievements. She holds a master's degree in public health from Boston University's School of Public Health. Her preeminent standing in the healthcare field was recently evident when she was invited to deliver the alumni address at the Boston University School of Public Health graduation.

Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly has recognized Barbara among a select few exceptional women attorneys who have made tremendous professional strides and demonstrated outstanding accomplishments in the legal field.

Harvard Law Today recently chronicled the formation of the Community Legal Assistance Office, which helped transform the lives of many of the state's foremost lawyers and judges. Barbara was included among them.

Barbara served as managing partner at the firm for many years.