Atty. William H. Sims

Atty. William H. Sims

William H. Sims is a lawyer practicing personal injury law, criminal law, commercial conveyancing and 16 other areas of law.

Brockton Brockton 43 yrs experience 43 year
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Profile Summary

About William H. Sims at a glance

William H. Sims is a Member based in Brockton, Massachusetts, practicing at Sims & Sims, LLP. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on residential, wills, personal injury, criminal defense, and business. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1983) and U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts (1984). Educated at Suffolk University (J.D., 1983) and Syracuse University (B.S., 1979). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Plymouth County and Massachusetts Bar Associations Massachusetts Academy of Trial Attorneys The Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Serands clients in Brockton, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • William H. Sims is a lawyer practicing personal injury law, criminal law, commercial conveyancing and 16 other areas of law
  • William received a B.S. degree from Syracuse University in 1979, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • William practices at Sims & Sims, LLP in Brockton, MA and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

William H. Sims's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William H. Sims handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Residential Real Estate

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Wills

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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.

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Business & Corporate Law

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

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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 Brockton 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 William H. Sims

Where is William H. Sims's law office located?
William H. Sims's law practice is located in Brockton, Massachusetts. The firm is Sims & Sims, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William H. Sims handle?
William H. Sims focuses on residential, wills, personal injury, criminal defense, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has William H. Sims practiced law?
William H. Sims has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did William H. Sims go to law school?
William H. Sims earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.S., 1979).
How can I contact William H. Sims for a consultation?
You can contact William H. Sims 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 William H. Sims received?
William H. Sims's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Suffolk University
- 1983
B.S.
Syracuse University
- 1979

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1983
U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts
Admitted: 1984

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