Atty. James E. O'Connell, Jr.

Atty. James E. O'Connell, Jr.

James E. O'Connell, Jr. is a lawyer practicing business litigation, employment litigation, employment law and 5 other areas of law.

Boston Boston 46 yrs experience 46 year
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About James E. O'Connell, Jr. at a glance

James E. O'Connell, Jr. is a probate, family law, employment, business, and construction attorney based in Boston, Massachusetts. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1980) and U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts and U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit (1980). Educated at Northeastern University (J.D., 1980) and Boston College (B.A., 1971). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Boston Bar Association (Member, Sections on: Family Law Civil Litigation) Massachusetts Bar Association (Member, Sections on: Family Law Civil Litigation) American Bar Association. Serands clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James E. O'Connell, Jr. is a lawyer practicing business litigation, employment litigation, employment law and 5 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Boston College in 1971, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • James practices in Boston, MA

Practice Areas Explained

James E. O'Connell, Jr.'s Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James E. O'Connell, Jr. handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Probate

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Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

James E. O'Connell, Jr. is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Massachusetts →

Business & Corporate Law

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

James E. O'Connell, Jr. is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Massachusetts →

Construction Law

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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 E. O'Connell, Jr.

Where is James E. O'Connell, Jr.'s law office located?
James E. O'Connell, Jr.'s law practice is located in Boston, Massachusetts. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James E. O'Connell, Jr. handle?
James E. O'Connell, Jr. focuses on probate, family law, employment, business, construction. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has James E. O'Connell, Jr. practiced law?
James E. O'Connell, Jr. has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did James E. O'Connell, Jr. go to law school?
James E. O'Connell, Jr. earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.A., 1971).
How can I contact James E. O'Connell, Jr. for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James E. O'Connell, Jr. received?
James E. O'Connell, Jr.'s notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Northeastern University
- 1980
B.A.
Boston College
- 1971

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1980
U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts and U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit
Admitted: 1980

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