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James D. Cormier

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  • Swampscott, MA
  • Licensed for 12 years
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About James

I am the principal attorney at BeaconLegal LLC, a new Boston-based firm focused on providing high-quality legal services to startups, emerging businesses, and entrepreneurs at affordable rates.  I started BeaconLegal to provide modernized, online services with a personal, boutique touch that goes beyond the commoditized services available on other legal websites.

I have ten years of experience in a variety of practices areas, including litigation, business and commercial law, intellectual property, and family law.  I spent three years as an Assistant District Attorney before going into private practice. 

Practice areas

OtherIntellectual propertyCorporate and incorporationBusinessContracts and agreements
  1. Contracts and agreements: 50%

    Drafting custom contracts of various types, including purchase agreements, partnership agreements, joint venture, operational contracts, master service agreements, terms of service/terms and conditions, privacy policies, and more.

    9 years

  2. Business: 25%

    Consulting and advising startups, emerging businesses, and entrepreneurs.

    9 years

  3. Corporate and incorporation: 15%

    Organizing and structuring business entities ranging from LLCs to corporations to partnerships.

    5 years

  4. Intellectual property: 5%

    Advising on IP issues for startups and emerging business.

    9 years

  1. Criminal defense: 5%

    After three years as an Assistant District Attorney prosecuting criminal cases, left the public sector to focus on criminal defense in private practice. Over 3000 cases and 30 jury trials.

    13 years

Languages spoken

English

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Contact

53 Magnolia Road
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BeaconLegal LLC

53 Magnolia Road
Swampscott, MA, 01907

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License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
MAActive200702/28/2020
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
Avvo Contributions
Legal answers218
Legal guides1
Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
Advanced Evidentiary Issues CertificationMDAA / CPCS / Suffolk University Macaronis Institute for Advanced Legal Studies2010
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
Principal AttorneyBeaconLegal LLC2016 - Present
AttorneyLaw Office of James D. Cormier2012 - 2016
PartnerCormier & Cormier, L.L.P.2011 - 2012
PrincipalThe Law Offices of James D. Cormier2011 - 2011
Assistant District AttorneyOffice of Middlesex County District Attorney Gerard T. Leone, Jr.2008 - 2011
Student ProsecutorOffice of the Middlesex County District Attorney Gerard T. Leone, Jr.2006 - 2007
Legal InternMiddlesex County Juvenile Court, Lowell Session2006 - 2006
Legal InternMassachusetts Supreme Judicial Court2005 - 2007
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
Massachusetts Bar AssociationMember2011 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember2011 - 2011
Suffolk University Law School Mentor ProgramMentor2011 - 2012
Greater Lowell Bar AssociationMember2011 - 2012
Lowell Council on AgingBoard Member2006 - 2007
Publications
Publication nameTitleDate
Cormier & Cormier, LLP Blog7 Tips on What to Do When You Get Stopped by Police2012
Cormier & Cormier, LLP BlogFive Reasons to Get a Will2011
Cormier & Cormier, LLP BlogShould I Take the Breathalyzer?2011
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
Suffolk University Law SchoolJ.D.2007
Suffolk UniversityB.A.2004
St. John's Preparatory SchoolHigh School Diploma2000
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
Internal Monthly TrainingDrafting Motions in Limine to Introduce Rebuttal Evidence2010
Legal cases
Case nameOutcome
Opus Marketplace Terms of ServiceSuccessfully implemented agreement
Commonwealth v. AguirreClient plead to a CWOF
Commonwealth v. GouletNolle prosequi (case dropped by prosecution)
Commonwealth v. AyottePlea
Commonwealth v. TardiffDismissed
Andrews v. RossPending

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Michael Waddington, Military law Attorney on Jun 14, 2014
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I endorse James. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community.

Joseph Goldberg-Giuliano, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 29, 2012
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Extremely professional as a prosecutor. Attention to detail, and great courtroom presence.

Keith Durden, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 25, 2012
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Attorney James Cormier is a hardworking, zealous, and competent attorney. I endorse his work as a criminal defense and trial attorney without any reservations.

Clint Muche, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 21, 2011
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I endorse Attorney Cormier!

Dominic Pang, Criminal defense Attorney on Nov 5, 2011
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Attorney Cormier is knowlegable and experienced. He provides detailed, helpful answers and makes beneficial suggestions. Attorney Cormier's experience shows in his answers, as does his dedication to his practice and clients.

Philip Mason, Child abuse Attorney on Apr 3, 2011
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Attorney Cormier’s advise is clear, concise and always on point. I admire his ability to reduce complex legal issues to their core elements and convey their implications in simple and understandable terms. I endorse attorney Cormier.

Daniel Cappetta, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 16, 2011
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Attorney Cormier is one of the finest Attorneys I have had the privilege of practicing with in my career. His knowledge of the criminal law in Massachusetts is thorough and well informed. His skills in front of jury are formidable and commanding. I wholeheartedly endorse his work.

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  • Hourly Rates$100-$200/hour
    PAYMENT METHODS

    Cash, Check, Credit Card