Atty. James N. Doherty, Jr.

Atty. James N. Doherty, Jr.

James N. Doherty, Jr. is a lawyer practicing family, criminal defense, civil litigation and 1 other area of law.

North Andover North Andover 31 yrs experience 31 year
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About James N. Doherty, Jr. at a glance

James N. Doherty, Jr. is a Member based in North Andover, Massachusetts. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, family law, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1995), Florida (2000), New York (2003), and New Hampshire (2004). Educated at University of Miami School of Law (JD, 1994) and Boston College (BA, 1991). Serands clients in North Andover, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James N. Doherty, Jr. is a lawyer practicing family, criminal defense, civil litigation and 1 other area of law
  • James received a degree from Boston College in 1991, and has been licensed for 31 years
  • James practices in North Andover, MA

Practice Areas Explained

James N. Doherty, Jr.'s Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Family Law

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Civil Litigation

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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 North Andover 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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Where is James N. Doherty, Jr.'s law office located?
James N. Doherty, Jr.'s law practice is located in North Andover, Massachusetts. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James N. Doherty, Jr. handle?
James N. Doherty, Jr. focuses on criminal defense, family law, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has James N. Doherty, Jr. practiced law?
James N. Doherty, Jr. has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did James N. Doherty, Jr. go to law school?
James N. Doherty, Jr. earned their education at (JD, 1994); (BA, 1991).
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Education

JD
University of Miami School of Law
- 1994
BA
Boston College
- 1991

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1995
Florida
Admitted: 2000
New York
Admitted: 2003
New Hampshire
Admitted: 2004

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