Atty. James P. McCarthy

Atty. James P. McCarthy

James P. McCarthy is a lawyer practicing medical malpractice, personal injury, products liability.

Boston Boston 64 yrs experience 64 year
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About James P. McCarthy at a glance

James P. McCarthy is a Member based in Boston, Massachusetts, practicing at Law Offices of James P. McCarthy. They have 64+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1962. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, and product liability. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1962) and U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts (1963). Educated at Boston College (J.D., 1961) and Boston College (B.S., 1958). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Boston and Massachusetts (Chairman, Civil Litigation Committee, 1982-1984 Educational Chairman, 1982-1984) Bar Associations Massachusetts Academy of Trial Lawyers (Member, Executive Council, 1987) Massachusetts Inn of Court Frank J and Director, 1999, Murray Inn of Courts. Serands clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James P. McCarthy is a lawyer practicing medical malpractice, personal injury, products liability
  • James received a B.S. degree from Boston College in 1958, and has been licensed for 64 years
  • James practices at Law Offices of James P. McCarthy in Boston, MA

Practice Areas Explained

James P. McCarthy's Areas of Practice

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

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

James P. McCarthy is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Massachusetts →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

James P. McCarthy is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Massachusetts →

Product Liability

James P. McCarthy is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Massachusetts →

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

Common questions about James P. McCarthy

Where is James P. McCarthy's law office located?
James P. McCarthy's law practice is located in Boston, Massachusetts. The firm is Law Offices of James P. McCarthy. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James P. McCarthy handle?
James P. McCarthy focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, product liability. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has James P. McCarthy practiced law?
James P. McCarthy has 64+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1962.
Where did James P. McCarthy go to law school?
James P. McCarthy earned their education at (J.D., 1961); (B.S., 1958).
How can I contact James P. McCarthy for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James P. McCarthy received?
James P. McCarthy's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Boston College
- 1961
B.S.
Boston College
- 1958

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1962
U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts
Admitted: 1963

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