$ 375-425 per hour
James Ostendorf
About James
Biography
Attorney James Ostendorf, founding attorney of Ostendorf Law Group, PLLC, practices family law, business law, and military law in Mansfield and throughout Eastern Massachusetts. After earning his law degree from Vermont Law School in 2013, he has amassed significant legal experience in and out of the courtroom. He is one of the only attorneys in Massachusetts admitted to all military courts. This, combined with extensive experience in veterans’ cases, makes him extremely qualified to handle matters related to military family law. Attorney Ostendorf has an Avvo Rating of 9.3 Superb and has been selected for inclusion on the Super Lawyers® Rising Stars℠ lists of 2016 since 2024. He is a member of the Massachusetts Bar Association
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Contingency
33%-40%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Massachusetts for 12 years
State: Massachusetts
Acquired: 2013
No misconduct found
Location
Ostendorf Law Group, PLLC
20 Cabot Blvd., Suite 300, Mansfield, MA, 02048
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James Ostendorf's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 12 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Jocelyn Araujo | January 28, 2023 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
HE WON FOR ME!!!
I must say he doesn’t respond often n but I was over paranoid because it’s a case over my children… BUT he won for me physical legal and sole custody and I’M ABLE TO LIVE IN FLORIDA!!!! I’ll give him a 5 star and just trust in him!!! Thank you again James
Posted by Matthew | February 4, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Outstanding professionalism
James is an outstanding attorney. He really goes above and beyond for his clients. I hired James and have retained him since for many years. I've always been leary of attorneys, yet James will really go out of his way to find you justice. Mr. Ostendorf saved this veterans life!
Posted by Barbara | August 6, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Demand Letter/Financial Support
Very professional and helpful. James was quickly attune to what service I needed. I left him in charge, and I was very pleased with the demand letter. He was sensitive, on target with the issue and very timely with the delivery.
Posted by Morgan | July 15, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Bad Experience
I trusted Mr. Ostendorf to represent me in a case in which I already had a settlement offer. I did not think the offer was appropriate, and after a face to face meeting with James he agreed, and was adamant they were only trying to get me to accept a low offer to go away. It was all downhill from t...
Posted by Sirry | April 7, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Positively Assertive - Absolutely Outstanding!
Mr. Ostendorf I must say is just the right amount of assertive. He does not give up a good fight and he is extremely fair and reviews each case as a winner! I have been inspired by him, to refer to people who are positive, fighters, assertive, fair and with tremendous justice, as Positively Assertiv...
James Ostendorf's Lawyer Endorsements
"Attorney Ostendorf was a pleasure to deal with on a contested divorce. He was straight forward with me throughout the process and was easy to get in contact with when a problem arose. I would be happy to have him as opposing counsel in a future divorce, which I can't say about every attorney I've encountered."
"I have worked with Attorney Ostendorf both in law school and in private practice. He is a superb litigator, and a driven advocate for his clients. He brings a boundless energy to everything he works on, and is constantly on the lookout for ways to better serve those he represents."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I not only endorse this attorney, I give this attorney 5 stars! Well respected in the community and proven to be effective."
"I worked with James in federal court and have worked with him on several matters within the last year. Not only is James an ethical, diligent, and passionate advocate for his clients, but his business sense and top-notch negotiation skills make him a force to be reckoned with. I would recommend him without hesitation, whether you are a small business, non-profit, or a large corporation."
"I endorse this lawyer. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. Highly skilled and respected member of the legal community."
"I endorse James. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. James is an outstanding attorney. He's knowledgeable and dedicated to the client."
"An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community, I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of his clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."
"I endorse this lawyer. From his answers and time on Avvo, it is clear he is dedicated to serving those in need and his clients. It's rare that lawyers spend so much valuable time helping the community, for free, and I applaud him for doing it to such a great level. Kudos"
"I had the pleasure of working with and meeting James as an intern at the RI Attorney General's Office, and I have had the pleasure of consulting with Attorney Ostendorf on several matters since I became an attorney. His wealth of knowledge and simple approach to the discussion of the matters at hand places him ahead of many of his colleagues. I hope to continue my consulting work with him and would eventually consider a partnership or forming a firm with James as well."
"I endorse this lawyer. As evidenced by the number of questions Attorney Ostenorf has so generously answered, it’s clear that he has a superior understanding of his fields of practice, and is exceptionally well thought of in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer."
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Experience
Honors
2020
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2019
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2018
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2016
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2012
Joan Loring Wing Fellowship, American Inns of Court
2012
Board Fellow, Vermont Law School
2008
Chancellor's Teaching Fellowship, University of Pittsburgh
2008
MSI-REU Fellowship: University of Pittsburgh, National Science Foundation
Work Experience
2018 - Present
Attorney, The Ostendorf Law Group, P.C.
2018 - Present
Of Counsel, Dane Shulman Associates, LLC
2014 - Present
Public Arbitrator, Financial Industry Regulatory Authority
2017 - 2018
Attorney, Miller Law Group, P.C.
2016 - 2017
Associate Attorney, Wistow, Sheehan, & Loveley PC
2015 - 2016
Attorney, John Postl, P.C.
2014 - 2014
Volunteer Attorney, Senior Partners For Justice
2013 - 2013
Bar Clerkship (Judicial Extern), Vermont Supreme Court
2013 - 2015
Managing Partner, New England Law Group, P.C.
Associations
2017 - Present
Providence Hebrew Free Loan AssociationMember Board of Directors
2015 - Present
Boston American Inn of CourtAttorney Member
2014 - Present
Vermont Bar FoundationMember
2014 - Present
Senior Partners for JusticeAttorney Member
2014 - Present
Boston Bar Association, Volunteer Lawyers ProjectAttorney Member
2014 - Present
JustiservAdvisory Board
2013 - Present
Massachusetts Bar AssociationMember
2013 - Present
Massachusetts Academy of Trial AttorneysMember
2013 - Present
Jewish Communities of VermontBoard of Directors
2012 - Present
Central Vermont American Inns of CourtBoard of Directors
2011 - Present
Joan Loring Wing American Inn of CourtAttorney Member
2010 - Present
Vermont Bar AssociationMember
2012 - 2014
North Branch Nature CenterBoard of Directors
Education
2013
Vermont Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
2013
Vermont Law School
Certificate
2009
University of Pittsburgh
B.Phil with Honors
Speaking Engagements
2015
Flying Solo: How To Start & Manage Your Own Practice
Solo Practice
2013
Sports Roundtable
Student Athletes and Graduate School
2009
Political Roundtable
Help American Vote Act of 2002
Publications
2009
B.Phil Dissertation Defense
Effects of Voter Identification and Provisional Balloting Laws on the American Electorate
Languages
English
American Sign Language
Spanish
Activity
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Q&A
Father moved overseas, no visits or support for 2 1/2 years. Motion was filed, hearing is on Monday, he wants to see the child.
07 Jul 2018
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What is a further temporary order?
22 Jun 2018
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How can i remove my ex husbands name from my bank account, he is in jail and i have a restraining order
15 Jun 2018