Atty. James Patrick Keane
James Patrick Keane is a lawyer practicing torts, contracts law, personal injury law and 3 other areas of law. James received a B.B.A. degree from Loyola University in 1964, and has been licensed for 53 years.
Contracts Law & More Attorney · Serving Boston, MA · 53+ Years Experience
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About James Patrick Keane at a Glance
James Patrick Keane is a Member based in Boston, Massachusetts, practicing at Keane, Klein & Duffey. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on contracts, sexual harassment, personal injury, product liability, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1973), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1973), Massachusetts (1980), and U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts and U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit (1980). Educated at DePaul University (J.D., 1973) and Loyola University (B.B.A., 1964). Serves clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About James Patrick Keane
- James Patrick Keane is a lawyer practicing torts, contracts law, personal injury law and 3 other areas of law
- James received a B.B.A. degree from Loyola University in 1964, and has been licensed for 53 years
- James practices at Keane, Klein & Duffey in Boston, MA
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James Patrick Keane's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Patrick Keane handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Boston.
Contracts in Boston
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Sexual Harassment in Boston
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Personal Injury in Boston
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.
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Product Liability in Boston
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Civil Rights in Boston
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Boston
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 venue, 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.
Boston Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Boston-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Boston Choose James Patrick Keane
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish James Patrick Keane's practice in the field of contracts, sexual harassment, personal injury, product liability, and civil rights.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
James Patrick Keane brings 53+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Illinois, U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois, and Massachusetts, James Patrick Keane can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering contracts, sexual harassment, and personal injury, James Patrick Keane can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Boston
A Boston-based practice means James Patrick Keane attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues James Patrick Keane Handles in Boston
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