Atty. James Michael Norris

Atty. James Michael Norris

James Michael Norris is a lawyer practicing real estate, zoning, planning and land use, corporate law and 3 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1981, and has been licensed for 41 years.

Danvers Danvers 41 yrs experience 41 year
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Profile Summary

About James Michael Norris at a glance

James Michael Norris is a Member based in Danvers, Massachusetts, practicing at Norris & Wicker. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on probate, business, real estate, zoning, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1985). Educated at Marshall-Wythe School of Law, College of William & Mary (J.D., 1984) and University of Notre Dame (B.A., 1981). Active member of Essex County and Massachusetts Bar Associations Massachusetts Conveyancers Association. Serands clients in Danvers, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Michael Norris is a lawyer practicing real estate, zoning, planning and land use, corporate law and 3 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1981, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • James practices at Norris & Wicker in Danvers, MA

Practice Areas Explained

James Michael Norris's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

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Business & Corporate Law

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Real Estate Law

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

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Land Use & Zoning

James Michael Norris is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Massachusetts →

Entertainment & Sports 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 Danvers 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 Michael Norris

Where is James Michael Norris's law office located?
James Michael Norris's law practice is located in Danvers, Massachusetts. The firm is Norris & Wicker. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Michael Norris handle?
James Michael Norris focuses on probate, business, real estate, zoning, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has James Michael Norris practiced law?
James Michael Norris has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did James Michael Norris go to law school?
James Michael Norris earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.A., 1981).
How can I contact James Michael Norris for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Marshall-Wythe School of Law, College of William & Mary
- 1984
B.A.
University of Notre Dame
- 1981

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1985

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