Howard J. Castleman
About Howard J. Castleman
Howard J. Castleman is a lawyer based in Boston, MA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2018. Howard J. Castleman is recognized in the following practice area:
- Boston, Massachusetts
- Litigation - Trusts and Estates
Current Firm: Castleman Law LLC
Education: Cornell University, J.D., graduated 1987
Location: Boston, MA
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