Atty. James A Kelley

Atty. James A Kelley

James A Kelley is a lawyer practicing real estate, residential real estate, commercial real estate and 16 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from Providence College in 1988, and has been licensed for 35 years.

Norwell Norwell 35 yrs experience 35 year
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Profile Summary

About James A Kelley at a glance

James A Kelley is an Associate based in Norwell, Massachusetts, practicing at Law Office of Joel A. Stein. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on residential, criminal defense, business, real estate, and bankruptcy. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1991), U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts (1992), Rhode Island (1998), and U.S. District Court, District of Rhode Island (1999). Educated at Suffolk University School of Law (J.D., 1991) and Providence College (B.A. Political, 1988). Active member of Massachusetts and Rhode Island Bar Associations The Association of Trial Lawyers of America Massachusetts Conveyances Association. Serands clients in Norwell, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James A Kelley is a lawyer practicing real estate, residential real estate, commercial real estate and 16 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Providence College in 1988, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • James practices at Law Office of Joel A. Stein in Norwell, MA

Practice Areas Explained

James A Kelley's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James A Kelley handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Residential Real Estate

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Criminal Defense

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Business & Corporate Law

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Bankruptcy & Debt

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Massachusetts

Practicing law in Massachusetts. Legal matters in Massachusetts are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Norwell are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Massachusetts state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Massachusetts brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Massachusetts courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James A Kelley

Where is James A Kelley's law office located?
James A Kelley's law practice is located in Norwell, Massachusetts. The firm is Law Office of Joel A. Stein. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James A Kelley handle?
James A Kelley focuses on residential, criminal defense, business, real estate, bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has James A Kelley practiced law?
James A Kelley has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did James A Kelley go to law school?
James A Kelley earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.A. Political, 1988).
How can I contact James A Kelley for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Suffolk University School of Law
- 1991
B.A. Political
Providence College
- 1988

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1991
U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts
Admitted: 1992
Rhode Island
Admitted: 1998
U.S. District Court, District of Rhode Island
Admitted: 1999

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