He is an attorney, having practiced law with a focus on commercial real estate, health care, education and business litigation.

He ran unsuccessfully for the Democratic nomination of the United States House of Representatives in Massachusetts's newly drawn 1st congressional district on September 6, 2012.

Nuciforo ran for the State Senate seat and defeated Republican Paul Babeu, a North Adams City Councilman, 55%-42%.

As chair of the Joint Committee on Financial Services, Nuciforo developed expertise in mortgage lending, health care, auto insurance and real estate law.

[7] In July 2009, Nuciforo filed a statement of candidacy with the Federal Election Commission to initiate a 2012 campaign for Massachusetts' first congressional district.

[8] Nuciforo formally kicked off his congressional campaign on February 8, 2012, with a district-wide tour and an eight-point plan to restore the middle class.

[10] Nuciforo continues to practice law and consulting, working closely with individual and institutional clients throughout the country.