Jamie Mauritz James

Jamie Mauritz James

4.9
Rating: 9.8

Licensed for 32 years

Family Lawyer at North Andover, MA
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Criminal Defense ... +2 more

575 Turnpike St, Unit 12, North Andover, MA

About Jamie

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Family 40%

32 years

40%
Child Support 5%

32 years

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in New Hampshire for 14 years

State: New Hampshire

Acquired: 2011

Active

Licensed in Massachusetts for 32 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 1993

Active

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2016

Location

Jamie Mauritz James

575 Turnpike St, Unit 12, North Andover, MA, 01845

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Jamie Mauritz James's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

101 Client Reviews

Showing 16 - 20 of 24 reviews | Communication Style

Posted by Lyllian Ceruolo | March 06, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Professional, responsive, caring and knowledgeable!!

I can't thank Atty. James enough for everything she has done for me and my case. She has been representing me now for over year in a custody issue after my explosive divorce trial. I had poor representation during my divorce so my case has been difficult, time consuming and emotional. But, she has go...ne above and beyond what she initially signed on for and has been a godsend. She really fights for her clients. Her tenacity, caring and responsive personality is what keeps me hopeful everyday. She has worked very hard on my case and continues to do so everyday. I can't imagine have anyone else in my corner right now. Her legal advice and representation has been amazing even in the toughest of situations. If you want someone in your corner fighting for you, hire Jamie James. She is by far the best attorney. Her office and staff are responsive and knowledgeable. In addition, I would highly recommend her associate Atty. Nick Halks. He is tough, but very professional, personable, and experienced.

Posted by Lauren | January 05, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Child Support

Excellent!

Jamie and her team have helped me over the past two years with child support issues. They thoroughly explained the law to me and (patiently!) answered many questions. They were successful in getting me the child support I needed and making a case for my children's father to help with college paymen...ts. When my children's father decided to stop paying child support, Jamie supported me in Court and made a strong case before the judge; resulting in a Court order for the father to continue to pay support and to pay my legal fees. If you need an attorney who will professionally represent you in Court or mediation, you can count on Jamie and her team. They're excellent advocates!

Posted by Ashley | December 11, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Amazing!

I recently hired Jamie and Nick after my son's father and I split up. Him and I were never married. I was concerned that my son's father would try to take sole physical custody away from me and I was very worried that things wouldn't work in favorably for my son and I. I sent many emails to Nick and ...made many phone calls to Jamie and Nick at the office and I was always met with reassurance and patience. They both were very understanding of my concerns and my anxieties and when it came time for mediation, Jamie made sure I got what was best for my son and I and she didn't even have to argue to get them to accept our terms! Hopefully I never have to go through something like this again (god I really hope not) but if I do, I know where I'll be going!! Thank you Jamie and Nick!!

Posted by Mohamed | January 06, 2015 | Divorce & Separation

Highly recommend, excellent advocate for your family rights

Jamie and her well trained staff have been representing me for some time now on a complex divorce case. She has been up front and open with me throughout the process, and has fought for my rights as a father with great diligence and perseverance. She is always available, nights, weekends, you name ...it, and will help you through every step of the process, including general guidance on what you should be doing as a parent (not just a client)! She is very knowledgable, experienced and has demonstrated the ability to navigate through complex matters and properly represent them in court. When she is in court, her staff is able to keep the momentum going on the case so it never feels like my attorneys are unavailable, and even continues to communicate with me throughout the day. If you want a legal team that will be the best advocate possible for your family rights, I would strongly recommend your search stop with Jamie, she and her team ranks as one of the best.

Posted by anonymous | December 19, 2014 | Divorce & Separation

Outstanding Attorney

Attorney Jamie James literally came to my rescue and saved me. I filed for divorce after a 32 year marriage when I learned of my husbands infidelity. Attorney James spent countless hours on my case. She answered every phone call and email even on weekends and late evenings. She was extremely prof...essional in and out of court. Every bit of advice she gave me and recommendation that she made was in my best interest. She kept me informed of all exchanges with the court and opposing attorney. The attention and detail she gave to my case made me feel as though I was her only client. If it hadn't been for Attorney James and the other attorneys in her firm I don't think I would have fared as well as I did. She fights hard and fair. Thank you.

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Jamie Mauritz James's Lawyer Endorsements

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Derek Jacques

Child support lawyer | Jan 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mrs. James is an excellent advocate for her clients. I would not hesitate to recommend her to a client in need. She is also an asset to the Avvo Community, providing invaluable resources to those seeking help."

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Kenneth Doherty

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Atty James has a strong grasp of the law and works hard to advance her client's best interests in a professional manner. She has earned the trust and respect of other attys and the judges we appear before."

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Donald Pitman

Family lawyer | Mar 29

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Throughout the many years I have worked with and against Attorney James, she has always shown herself to be a tenacious advocate and has done very well for her clients. She is more than willing to try any case to defend her client and has also proven herself very able to help parties set aside their personal differences and assist them in resolving painful issues to their benefit to the point that both my client and hers thanked her for her assistance. In family law, that is rare, and she certainly earned the praise."

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Kevin Calnan

Divorce and separation lawyer | Mar 01

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I strongly endorse Attorney James. She is a tenacious opponent and advocate for her clients. Having said that, her zealous advocacy does not negate her ability to maintain a professional relationship with opposing counsel. I am sure that her clients benefit greatly from her abilities."

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Natalia Crisostomo

Unknown lawyer | Mar 01

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I strongly endorse this lawyer. Jamie is an extremely knowledgeable and experienced attorney in family law. I strongly recommend her for any family law matter.You are in good hands with Jamie !"

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John Giampa

Family lawyer | Sep 12

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. She is a zealous advocate for her clients and a skilled mediator in contested family law matters."

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Michael Mimno

Family lawyer | Jul 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. She is thorogh and complete in representing the interests of her clients as well as an excellent advocate."

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Ellen Wright

Family lawyer | Jul 14

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Jaime is a very good attorney. I have handled several matters with her and she is experienced, reasonable and a pleasure to work with."

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John James

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jul 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Jamie is a tremendous advocate. She has a vast experience in both Massachusetts and New Hampshire. She has great practical knowledge of the Judges she appears before which aids her in formulating effective strategies and successful arguments. She is fearless and an unabashed advocate for children"

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Nicholas Halks

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jul 07

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I strongly endorse Jamie Mauritz James. She has been an amazing mentor to me over the years and she really cares for her clients. When hiring a family lawyer, a client should seek someone who is both compassionate to their particular case, but aggressive in asserting their position. It is rare to find both but Jamie possesses both attributes which make her an amazing attorney. In addition, I have not met a more capable or tougher negotiator than her, which is critical in crafting settlements. In closing, I wholeheartedly endorse Jamie and recommend her to all potential clients, no matter if the case is big or small."

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Kenneth Doherty

Family lawyer

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Donald Pitman

Family lawyer

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Kevin Calnan

Family lawyer

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John Giampa

Family lawyer

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Ellen Wright

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Michael Mimno

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.8 (Superb)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2016.

Public Reprimand issued in MA, 2016

updated on 06/08/2016

Public reprimand means that an attorney did something wrong, but may still practice law. The attorney was given a public reprimand in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior. Details of the infraction are made part of the public record.

Jamie’s comment:

“This reprimand has been fully addressed and deals with entrusting accounting to a secretary who deposited funds into a wrong account. She did not follow the strict standards of legal accounting. Not a single client lost any money during this time, and I now ensure strict oversight on bookkeeping with an expert accounting firm. Client satisfaction remains top priority, detailed by numerous client reviews of my zealous, top-caliber representation in countless custody & high-stakes divorce cases.”

Honors

2017

10 Best, American Institute of Legal Counsel

2017

3 Years Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2016

2 Years Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Legal Counsel

2016

10 Best, American Institute of Legal Counsel

2015

Top 100 Lawyers, The National Advocates

2015

10 Best, American Institute of Legal Counsel

Work Experience

1993 - Present

Owner, The Law Offices of Jamie Mauritz James and Associates

1988 - 1994

advertising account manager, Hill Holiday

Associations

2013 - Present

Essex County Bar Association

Conciliator

2012 - Present

New Hampshire Bar Association

1996 - Present

Massachusetts Bar Associations

1996 - Present

Lawrence Bar Association

1996 - Present

Essex Bar Association

2012 - 2014

Berwick Academy

Board of Trustees

Sample of Legal Cases

Davis v. Davis

Father won custody

Hazing

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Education

2020

Capella University

Master's Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy

1994

Massachusetts School of Law at Andover

JD - Juris Doctor

1981

Bucknell University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2017

Karma

Women in Divorce

2012

People Contemplating Divorce

Divorce Law in Massachusetts

Publications

2014

SJC-11585 Commonwealth vs. Juvenile

Languages

English

Greek

German

Spanish

Activity

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