Jeffrey S. Raphaelson

Jeffrey S. Raphaelson is a distinguished attorney representing plaintiffs in complex cases involving fraud and bad faith in business, medical malpractice, and wrongful death. Practicing in the greater Worcester and Boston/Cambridge areas for over 25 years, he has built a reputation for his effective litigation and trial skills.

Since 2013, Jeffrey has been consistently recognized on the Super Lawyers List, an accolade reserved for the top 5% of attorneys in Massachusetts, reflecting peer acknowledgment of his professional excellence. He also holds an AV Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell, a mark of the highest ethical standards and legal ability, awarded to less than 5% of attorneys nationwide.

Jeffrey's notable achievements include being named Massachusetts Lawyer of the Year by Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly, following his pivotal role in a case that broadened the apparent manufacturer doctrine in Massachusetts. This case involved a trademark licensor deeply engaged in the design, manufacture, or distribution of a defective product. His academic honors include the G. Joseph Tauro Distinguished Scholar Award from Boston University School of Law.

His career began in the litigation department of a prominent Boston law firm, where he worked for four years before co-founding a private practice. Among his significant jury trial outcomes are an $8.9 million judgment against Otis Elevator Company for injuries to a young boy in China and a $4.5 million judgment against Wachusett Mountain Ski Area for negligence.

Jeffrey is also an active contributor to the legal community, frequently serving as a panelist or presenter on trial advocacy for the Boston Bar Association and Worcester County Bar Association.