The Solicitor’s Office primary purpose is to provide legal services to the City of Revere, which includes the Mayor, the City Council, City Departments, and Boards and Commissions. We advise the City on a variety of matters to help decrease potential legal liabilities and to ensure compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal laws. We are responsible for all litigation to which the City of Revere is a party.
In order to process your claim, a Notice of Claim form must be submitted in-person or by mail to the City Clerk or City Solicitor's Office, or by email to spelletier@revere.org. Please be sure to include the following in your completed form:
Your name, address, and phone number;
The time and date of the incident,
The location of the incident,
Any itemized receipts for costs associated with the incident, and
Any photographs, videos, or other supporting information.
Upon receiving your completed Notice of Claim, the Solicitor's Office will investigate with the appropriate City departments and outside agencies, if applicable. Please understand that our office requires sufficient time to complete the investigation.
Other Contact Information
Revere Consumer Affairs’ Office (781) 286-8114
Greater Boston Legal Services 60 Gore Street, Suite 203 Cambridge, MA 02151 617-603-2700
Community Legal Services and Counseling Center One West Street Cambridge, MA 02139 617-661-1010
Massachusetts Bar Association Lawyer Referral Service 20 West Street Boston, MA 02111 800-392-6164
Boston Bar Association Lawyer Referral Service 16 Beacon Street Boston, MA 02108 617-742-0625
Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination 1 Ashburton Place, Suite 601 Boston, MA 02108 617-994-600
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I receive legal advice for private matters involving tenant/landlord matters?
As legal counsel to the City of Revere, the City Solicitor’s Office is prohibited from providing legal representation or legal advice to members of the public. Therefore, if residents of the City of Revere have a private dispute, the Solicitor’s Office cannot advise them on how to proceed. Residents are advised to consult with a private attorney.
Can I cut or trim the limbs of my neighbor’s tree? Or a City tree?
The City is unable to provide legal advice for neighbor-related questions.
If you believe a City tree needs to be trimmed, cut, or removed, please contact Revere 311 at (781) 286-8311.
How can I get something notarized?
The City recommends checking with your local bank, financial institutions, or law offices in the city.
How long does it take to process my claim?
Once a notice of claim has been received by the City Solicitor's Office, the City begins an investigation into the incident. This includes consulting with pertinent department heads and/or outside agencies. Depending on the nature of the claim, a response can take anywhere between 30 to 120 days.
Where can I find geographic information regarding the City?
Please visit the City's GIS for more information. For information regarding state roadways and other jurisdictional boundaries please visit the Mass GIS.
Can I get an interpretation or translation?
The Solicitor’s Office does not yet provide interpretation or translation services for Notices of Claims and suggests consulting with a private attorney. For non-legal interpretation or translation, please contact the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at 781-286-8100 or https://www.revere.org/departments/dei.
