Atty. James S. Harrington

Atty. James S. Harrington

Mr. James S.

Boston Boston 41 yrs experience 41 year
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About James S. Harrington at a glance

James S. Harrington is a Partner based in Boston, Massachusetts, practicing at Robins Kaplan LLP. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on business, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts (1985), Massachusetts (1985), New Hampshire and U.S. District Court, District of New Hampshire (1986), and Maine (1992). Educated at Boston College Law School (J.D., 1984) and Harvard University (A.B., 1981). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Boston and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. James S. Harrington is a lawyer practicing insurance, business litigation
  • James received a A.B. degree from Harvard University in 1981, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • James practices at Robins Kaplan LLP in Boston, MA

Practice Areas Explained

James S. Harrington's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Civil Litigation

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Insurance 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 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 S. Harrington

Where is James S. Harrington's law office located?
James S. Harrington's law practice is located in Boston, Massachusetts. The firm is Robins Kaplan LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James S. Harrington handle?
James S. Harrington focuses on business, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has James S. Harrington practiced law?
James S. Harrington has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did James S. Harrington go to law school?
James S. Harrington earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (A.B., 1981).
How can I contact James S. Harrington for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James S. Harrington received?
James S. Harrington's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Boston College Law School
- 1984
A.B.
Harvard University
- 1981

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts
Admitted: 1985
Massachusetts
Admitted: 1985
New Hampshire and U.S. District Court, District of New Hampshire
Admitted: 1986
Maine
Admitted: 1992
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 2002
Rhode Island U.S. District Court, District of Maine
Admitted: 2004

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