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Jamie Mauritz James
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Biography
Jamie Mauritz James has a mission to provide quality legal support and counsel to her clients. She has a reputation for thoroughness and preparedness that is widely recognized and respected in the legal community. She works together with her clients to achieve the most successful client outcome. Jamie Mauritz James' commitment and experience in law allows her to take her responsibilities seriously, knowing that the results of her achievements for her clients will have a lasting impact on their lives. With extensive experience and diversity in the practice of all areas of Family Law, Jamie provide clients with the care, accuracy, and dedication expected of a seasoned litigator.
When families are in need, whether it be divorce, trouble with their young adult children, or child custody battles, they turn to Jamie James. She is aggressive with traditional legal advocacy but also experienced in Alternative Dispute Resolution through the Essex County Bar Association Conciliation Program. Jamie is licensed to practice in NH and MA and has over 20 years of experience. She started her own law firm in 1996 and has served the area since that time.
Jamie is uniquely qualified to help your family. In addition to her 25+ years practicing law, she also holds a Master's Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy. She is passionate about helping parents and children through the transitions inherent in divorce and separation. Jamie is a Category F Guardian ad Litem.
Serving Clients' Needs
Her commitment to excellent representation includes:
• Giving Her Clients the Attention They Deserve
• Explaining All Options to Help Clients Make an Informed Decision
• Giving Clients as Much Time as They Need to Speak with Her
• Keeping Clients Informed about the Status of Their Case
• Maintaining Clients' Confidence
• Looking out for Her Clients' Immediate Needs & Long-Term Interests
• Returning Phone Calls Promptly
• Emphasizing Communication with Her Clients, Persistent Advocacy
• Attention to All Aspects of Her Clients' Cases.
Practice Areas
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Payment Methods
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- Credit Card
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Licensed in New Hampshire for 14 years
State: New Hampshire
Acquired: 2011
Licensed in Massachusetts for 32 years
State: Massachusetts
Acquired: 1993
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
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What Clients Mention
Advocacy (70)
Case Results (64)
Recommendation (54)
Practice Area Knowledge (38)
Professionalism (38)
Compassion (29)
Responsiveness (29)
Character & Conduct (26)
Communication Style (24)
General Knowledge (24)
Staff & Support (22)
Trustworthiness (19)
Cost of Services (14)
Punctuality (3)
Payment Plans (2)
Showing 31 - 35 of 38 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge
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 ...
Posted by Kelli | December 18, 2014 | Divorce & Separation
100% reliable
I would HIGHLY recommend Jamie James in any divorce case especially when children are involved. Her care, passion and effort for the best interest of the children is outstanding. She fully understands the law and is 100% reliable to settle a divorce for the best outcome for her client.
Posted by anonymous | December 11, 2014 | Child Custody
A Relentless Client Advocate
Jamie James is an outstanding attorney. After spending hours in court, observing opposing counsel and many others at work, I believe she is in a class by herself. Particularly when dealing with custody proceedings, she is exceptionally knowledgeable and always prepared to stand before the bench. S...
Posted by Lilly | December 08, 2014 | Divorce & Separation
Best Dedicated Attorney in the Area!!
I went through a difficult divorce over last few years and now I am going through a very complicated custody case. Jamie has been my attorney for almost 1 year now. When I first came to her, she couldn't believe how badly my previous representation was and since then has done everything legally in he...
Posted by anonymous | September 03, 2014 | Family
Professional Recommendation
Jamie James is a highly professional, skilled and hardworking advocate in family law. Her experience and dedication serve her clients well. She is both an effective advocate and a practical problem solver.
Jamie Mauritz James's Lawyer Endorsements
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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 !"
"I endorse this lawyer. She is a zealous advocate for her clients and a skilled mediator in contested family law matters."
"I endorse this lawyer. She is thorogh and complete in representing the interests of her clients as well as an excellent advocate."
"Jaime is a very good attorney. I have handled several matters with her and she is experienced, reasonable and a pleasure to work with."
"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"
"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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Experience
Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2016.
Public Reprimand issued in MA, 2016
updated on 06/08/2016Public 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 AssociationConciliator
2012 - Present
New Hampshire Bar Association
1996 - Present
Massachusetts Bar Associations
1996 - Present
Lawrence Bar Association
1996 - Present
Essex Bar Association
2012 - 2014
Berwick AcademyBoard of Trustees
Sample of Legal Cases
Davis v. Davis
Father won custody
Hazing
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
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