He then joined the Boston law firm of Herrick, Smith, Donald, Farley & Ketchum (later Herrick & Smith). He remained at Herrick & Smith for all of his active professional career. After his retirement in 1984, he became 'of counsel' for the Boston law firm of Palmer & Dodge LLC.
After working at Herrick & Smith for his entire legal career, he transitioned to a consulting role at Palmer & Dodge LLC after retiring in 1984.