Atty. James C. Burling

Atty. James C. Burling

James C. Burling is a lawyer practicing litigation/controversy, antitrust litigation, intellectual property litigation and 2 other areas of law.

Boston Boston 49 yrs experience 49 year
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About James C. Burling at a glance

James C. Burling is a Partner based in Boston, Massachusetts, practicing at WilmerHale. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on ip, litigation, and government. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts U.S. Supreme Court (1977). Educated at Harvard University Law School (J.D., 1976) and Grinnell College (A.B., 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James C. Burling is a lawyer practicing litigation/controversy, antitrust litigation, intellectual property litigation and 2 other areas of law
  • James received a A.B. degree from Grinnell College in 1972, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • James practices at WilmerHale in Boston, MA

Practice Areas Explained

James C. Burling's Areas of Practice

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

Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

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Civil Litigation

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James C. Burling is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Massachusetts →

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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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 Boston 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 C. Burling

Where is James C. Burling's law office located?
James C. Burling's law practice is located in Boston, Massachusetts. The firm is WilmerHale. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James C. Burling handle?
James C. Burling focuses on ip, litigation, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has James C. Burling practiced law?
James C. Burling has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did James C. Burling go to law school?
James C. Burling earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (A.B., 1972).
How can I contact James C. Burling for a consultation?
You can contact James C. Burling 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 C. Burling received?
James C. Burling's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Harvard University Law School
- 1976
A.B.
Grinnell College
- 1972

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1977

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