Atty. James J. Richards
James J. Richards has been practicing law in Massachusetts for over 25 years.
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About James J. Richards at a glance
James J. Richards is a family law attorney based in Framingham, Massachusetts, practicing at The Law Offices of James J. Richards LLC. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts, Massachusetts Bar Association (1999). Educated at Suffolk University (JD, 1999) and The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (MBA). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Family Law (2026). Serands clients in Framingham, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About
- James J. Richards has been practicing law in Massachusetts for over 25 years
- After completing a judicial clerkship in the Massachusetts Trial Court, he transitioned into private practice, where he became a partner in two well-respected Massachusetts firms before establishing his own firm, The Law Offices of James J. Richards LLC, located in Framingham, Massachusetts
- Mr. Richards has concentrated his practice in Family Law, handling cases in the Probate, Superior, and District Courts, as well as in Massachusetts appellate courts
- He has also served as in-house counsel, offering insights from an inside perspective
- In addition to his legal practice, Mr. Richards has contributed significantly to legal education
- He has served as an adjunct professor at both the law school and college levels and participated as a panelist in continuing legal education programs
- His contributions to legal publications and law reviews are part of his ongoing commitment to the advancement of legal knowledge
- Dedicated to professional service, Mr. Richards has been an active participant in several committees and boards connected to the Massachusetts Trial Court, various bar associations, and the Board of Bar Overseers
- He also fulfills roles as a conciliator and Discovery Master
- James J. Richards earned a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Massachusetts, a Juris Doctor from Suffolk University Law School, and a Master of Business Administration from the Kenan-Flagler Business School at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
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Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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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 Framingham 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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