Atty. James S. Dilday

Atty. James S. Dilday

James S. Dilday is a lawyer practicing trial practice, criminal law, felonies and 8 other areas of law.

Dorchester Center Dorchester Center 53 yrs experience 53 year
Call (234) 385-0241 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About James S. Dilday at a glance

James S. Dilday is a car accidents, drug crimes, wrongful death, personal injury, and criminal defense attorney based in Dorchester Center, Massachusetts. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1973) and U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts (1973). Educated at Boston University (J.D., 1972) and Howard University (B.S., 1968). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Dorchester Center, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James S. Dilday is a lawyer practicing trial practice, criminal law, felonies and 8 other areas of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from Howard University in 1968, and has been licensed for 53 years
  • James practices in Dorchester Center, MA

Practice Areas Explained

James S. Dilday's Areas of Practice

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

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

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Drug Crimes

James S. Dilday is one of 6,966 drug crimes attorneys indexed nationally. Browse drug crimes attorneys in Massachusetts →

Wrongful Death

James S. Dilday is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death 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.

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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.

James S. Dilday is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense 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 Dorchester Center 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 S. Dilday

Where is James S. Dilday's law office located?
James S. Dilday's law practice is located in Dorchester Center, Massachusetts. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James S. Dilday handle?
James S. Dilday focuses on car accidents, drug crimes, wrongful death, personal injury, criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has James S. Dilday practiced law?
James S. Dilday has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did James S. Dilday go to law school?
James S. Dilday earned their education at (J.D., 1972); (B.S., 1968).
How can I contact James S. Dilday for a consultation?
You can contact James S. Dilday directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has James S. Dilday received?
James S. Dilday's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Boston University
- 1972
B.S.
Howard University
- 1968

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1973
U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts
Admitted: 1973

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