Atty. James E. Howard

Atty. James E. Howard

James E. Howard is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy litigation, commercial litigation, corporate commercial law and 5 other areas of law.

Charlestown Charlestown 56 Years Experience 56 year
Call (857) 416-2876

Profile Summary

About James E. Howard at a glance

James E. Howard is a Member based in Charlestown, Massachusetts, practicing at James E. Howard LLC. They have 56+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1970. Their practice focuses on business, bankruptcy, litigation, and adr. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1970) and Massachusetts (1985). Educated at University of Pennsylvania (LL.B., 1969) and Yale University (B.A., 1966). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Boston, Massachusetts and American Bar Associations Transportation Lawyers Association Association of Transportation Law Professionals American Short Line and Regional Railroad Association. Serves clients in Charlestown, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James E. Howard is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy litigation, commercial litigation, corporate commercial law and 5 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1966, and has been licensed for 56 years
  • James practices at James E. Howard LLC in Charlestown, MA

Practice Areas Explained

James E. Howard's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James E. Howard 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.

James E. Howard is one of 452,854 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Massachusetts →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

James E. Howard is one of 95,723 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Massachusetts →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

James E. Howard is one of 409,070 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Massachusetts →

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

James E. Howard is one of 67,021 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Massachusetts →

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 Charlestown 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 venue, 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 E. Howard

Where is James E. Howard's law office located?
James E. Howard's law practice is located in Charlestown, Massachusetts. The firm is James E. Howard LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James E. Howard handle?
James E. Howard focuses on business, bankruptcy, litigation, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has James E. Howard practiced law?
James E. Howard has 56+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1970.
Where did James E. Howard go to law school?
James E. Howard earned their education at (LL.B., 1969); (B.A., 1966).
How can I contact James E. Howard for a consultation?
You can contact James E. Howard 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 E. Howard received?
James E. Howard's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.B.
University of Pennsylvania
- 1969
B.A.
Yale University
- 1966

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1970
Massachusetts
Admitted: 1985

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