Atty. James J. Burke

Atty. James J. Burke

James J. Burke is a lawyer practicing commercial real estate law, business law, corporate law.

Peabody Peabody 45 yrs experience 45 year
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About James J. Burke at a glance

James J. Burke is a Member based in Peabody, Massachusetts, practicing at Antico, Barrett, Burke & Kornitsky, LLP. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, and commercial re. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1981), U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit (1982), and U.S. Supreme Court (1986). Educated at Suffolk University (J.D., 1981) and Fitchburg State College (M.Ed. Merrimack, 1976). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Essex County Bar Association. Serands clients in Peabody, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James J. Burke is a lawyer practicing commercial real estate law, business law, corporate law
  • James received a M.Ed. degree from Fitchburg State College in 1976, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • James practices at Antico, Barrett, Burke & Kornitsky, LLP in Peabody, MA

Practice Areas Explained

James J. Burke's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James J. Burke 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 J. Burke is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Massachusetts →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

James J. Burke is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Massachusetts →

Commercial Real Estate

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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 Peabody 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 J. Burke

Where is James J. Burke's law office located?
James J. Burke's law practice is located in Peabody, Massachusetts. The firm is Antico, Barrett, Burke & Kornitsky, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James J. Burke handle?
James J. Burke focuses on business, real estate, commercial re. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has James J. Burke practiced law?
James J. Burke has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did James J. Burke go to law school?
James J. Burke earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (M.Ed. Merrimack, 1976).
How can I contact James J. Burke for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James J. Burke received?
James J. Burke's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Suffolk University
- 1981
M.Ed. Merrimack
Fitchburg State College
- 1976

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1981
U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit
Admitted: 1982
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1986

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