Atty. James M Wilton

Atty. James M Wilton

James M Wilton is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy & business restructuring, corporate, finance. James received a B.A. degree from Bucknell University in 1979, and has been licensed for 36 years.

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Profile Summary

About James M Wilton at a glance

James M Wilton is a Partner based in Boston, Massachusetts, practicing at Ropes & Gray LLP. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on business and bankruptcy. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit (1990) and Rhode Island (1991). Educated at Boston College Law School (J.D., 1990) and Bucknell University (B.A., 1979). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James M Wilton is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy & business restructuring, corporate, finance
  • James received a B.A. degree from Bucknell University in 1979, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • James practices at Ropes & Gray LLP in Boston, MA

Practice Areas Explained

James M Wilton's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James M Wilton 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.

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Bankruptcy & Debt

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

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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

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Where is James M Wilton's law office located?
James M Wilton's law practice is located in Boston, Massachusetts. The firm is Ropes & Gray LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James M Wilton handle?
James M Wilton focuses on business, bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has James M Wilton practiced law?
James M Wilton has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did James M Wilton go to law school?
James M Wilton earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.A., 1979).
How can I contact James M Wilton for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James M Wilton received?
James M Wilton's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Boston College Law School
- 1990
B.A.
Bucknell University
- 1979

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit
Admitted: 1990
Rhode Island
Admitted: 1991

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