Atty. James Gerard Collins

Atty. James Gerard Collins

James Gerard Collins is a lawyer practicing education, family law, trusts and estates and 2 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from University of Massachusetts in 1968, and has been licensed for 41 years.

Amherst Amherst 41 yrs experience 41 year
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About James Gerard Collins at a glance

James Gerard Collins is a trusts, criminal defense, family law, employment, and education attorney based in Amherst, Massachusetts. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1985). Educated at Suffolk University (J.D., 1984) and University of Massachusetts (B.A., 1968). Serands clients in Amherst, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Gerard Collins is a lawyer practicing education, family law, trusts and estates and 2 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from University of Massachusetts in 1968, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • James practices in Amherst, MA

Practice Areas Explained

James Gerard Collins's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Criminal Defense

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Family Law

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Employment Law

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Education Law

Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student 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 Amherst 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 Gerard Collins

Where is James Gerard Collins's law office located?
James Gerard Collins's law practice is located in Amherst, Massachusetts. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Gerard Collins handle?
James Gerard Collins focuses on trusts, criminal defense, family law, employment, education. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has James Gerard Collins practiced law?
James Gerard Collins has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did James Gerard Collins go to law school?
James Gerard Collins earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.A., 1968).
How can I contact James Gerard Collins for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Suffolk University
- 1984
B.A.
University of Massachusetts
- 1968

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1985

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