Atty. James B. Sheils

Atty. James B. Sheils

James B. Sheils is a lawyer practicing commercial finance, creditors rights, banking law and 6 other areas of law.

Springfield Springfield 51 yrs experience 51 year
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About James B. Sheils at a glance

James B. Sheils is a Partner based in Springfield, Massachusetts, practicing at Shatz, Schwartz and Fentin, P.C.. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, tax, creditor rights, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1975), U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts (1977), and U.S. Supreme Court (1983). Educated at Boston College (J.D., 1975) and College of the Holy Cross (A.B., 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Hampden County, Massachusetts and American Bar Associations Association of Commercial Finance Attorneys Commercial Law League of America. Serands clients in Springfield, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • James B. Sheils is a lawyer practicing commercial finance, creditors rights, banking law and 6 other areas of law
  • James received a A.B. degree from College of the Holy Cross in 1972, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • James practices at Shatz, Schwartz and Fentin, P.C. in Springfield, MA

Practice Areas Explained

James B. Sheils's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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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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Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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Creditor Rights & Collections

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Civil Rights

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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 Springfield 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 B. Sheils

Where is James B. Sheils's law office located?
James B. Sheils's law practice is located in Springfield, Massachusetts. The firm is Shatz, Schwartz and Fentin, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James B. Sheils handle?
James B. Sheils focuses on business, real estate, tax, creditor rights, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has James B. Sheils practiced law?
James B. Sheils has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did James B. Sheils go to law school?
James B. Sheils earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (A.B., 1972).
How can I contact James B. Sheils for a consultation?
You can contact James B. Sheils directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has James B. Sheils received?
James B. Sheils's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Boston College
- 1975
A.B.
College of the Holy Cross
- 1972

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1975
U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts
Admitted: 1977
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1983

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