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John J Sheehan
also known as John Joseph Sheehan
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About John
Biography
John J. Sheehan is a Massachusetts workers compensation and personal injury lawyer. Since 1993, Attorney Sheehan has helped thousands of injured workers and accident victims in the Greater Boston area and throughout Massachusetts. Attorney Sheehan handles workers comp cases, car accident cases and construction accident cases.
El Abogado Sheehan habla español y lucha para lograr compensación para latinos lesionados en Boston y por todo Massachusetts.
Experienced, Aggressive Accident and Injury Lawyer. Call Now and Talk Directly to Me!
Experienced, Aggressive Car Accident Attorney. Don't Wait. Call Now and Talk Directly to Me!
Experienced, Aggressive Accident and Injury Attorney. Call Now and Talk Directly to Me!
Representing Injured and Disabled People Throughout Eastern Massachusetts Since 1993. Free Consult.
Experienced, Aggressive Workers Comp Attorney. Don't Wait. Call Now and Talk Directly to Me!
Practice Areas
14
Practice Areas
Other
9%
Animal and Dog Bites
7%
Animal Law
7%
Car Accident
7%
32 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
20%-33%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
Licenses
Licensed in Massachusetts for 32 years
State: Massachusetts
Acquired: 1993
No misconduct found
Location
Law Office of John J. Sheehan, LLC
(781) 242-4141
Fax
10 Tremont St, Suite 309, Boston, MA, 02108
attorneysheehan.com/Law Office of John J. Sheehan, LLC
(781) 242-4141
Fax
607 North Avenue, Suite 2A-12, Wakefield, MA, 01880
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Online Presence
Other places you can find John online.
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Posted by Ross | May 08, 2014 | Car Accidents
Great lawyer! Highly recommend!
Attorney Sheehan represented me in a car accident case. He fought hard and settled my case at mediation. I appreciate his honesty and hard work. I highly recommend John Sheehan as your lawyer.
Posted by Michelle | May 02, 2014 | Personal Injury
Great Lawyer. Honest, Hard Working, Compassionate!
I highly recommend John Sheehan if you've been injured and need a lawyer to fight for you. Attorney Sheehan recently represented me in connection with a car accident. He and his office staff worked very hard for me. I am very pleased with the settlement that he got for me.
Posted by Rebecca | September 05, 2012 | Workers Compensation
Awesome!!
I called John after having alot of problems with my workers comp adjuster and the surgeon. He was quick to reply and actually came to my house on a weekend! He always helped with any questions I had and told me about my rights. Because I needed a new doctor he was very quick to get me an appointment ...
Posted by Maryan | April 10, 2011 | Workers Compensation
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Attorney Sheehan responded quickly to my initial call to his office and conducted the first interview in my home. The'paperwork' came after a conversation that included my past history,both work and personal,as well as current ,and also what I perceived to be my future in terms of health and work ca...
John J Sheehan's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse John. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"It is a pleasure to endorse Attorney Sheehan. He is clearly knowledgeble in this area of the law and provides his clients with the best possible representation. He is respected by his peers as well as opposing counsel and judges."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known John for many years at the Department of Industrial Accidents and can say without hesitation that he is an effective advocate for those who have suffered workplace injuries."
"John Sheehan does a great job for his clients. I recommend him without reservation."
"I endorse this lawyer. John is a knowledgeable and effective advocate for his clients. I have had the pleasure of observing his work and he his held in high regard by his peers, especially in the area of Workers' Compensation and Social Security Disability law."
"I endorse this lawyer. John is a tenacious hard-working attorney who cares deeply about his clients. I would not hesitate to refer clients to him in this area."
"I have sought, and obtained, valuable advice from Mr. Sheehan in the past."
"John brings a formidable skill set to the table as an attorney. He is intelligent and a fighter. But most importantly, he cares about his clients and cherishes the role of advocate. His fluency in Spanish only adds to his superior skills, allowing him to deal with his clients directly, sensitively and expertly. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Very professional and knowledgable! I would not hesitate to recommend him for any legal matter."
"I would not hesitate to recommend John for workers' compensation or other injury-related matters. He is known by me and our colleagues as someone who is devoted to his clients, and who has a thorough knowledge of the law in these fields."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. A tireless and dogged advocate for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. John is an effective advocate for his clients and works diligently on their behalf. He is knowledgeable and resourceful in the workers compensation arena"
"John is an intelligent and insightful attorney whose work I have admired over the years. John works tirelessly to find the most advanced legal tools to maximize his clients' cases. His advocacy skills are unparalleled. I am privileged to be able to endorse John's work on behalf of his clients."
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Experience
Honors
2016
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
A+ Rating, BBB
2012
Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2011
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
N/A
Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
2007 - Present
Managing Partner, Law Office of John J. Sheehan
1900 - Present
Principal, Law Office of John J. Sheehan, LLC
1999 - 2007
Partner, Georgiou & Sheehan
1997 - 1999
Associate, Shapiro & Associates
1996 - 1996
Associate, Rainer & Rainer
1991 - 1996
Associate, Law Offices of Sherwin L. Kantrovitz
Associations
2013 - Present
Workers' Injury Law & Advocacy GroupMember
1993 - Present
Massachusetts Bar AssociationMember
1993 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
1993 - Present
Massachusetts Academy of Trial AttorneysMember
1993 - Present
American Association for JusticeMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Construction Accident
Settled for $275,000
Work Related Back Injury
Setttled for $275,000
Withheld
Settled prior to Hearing for $275,000.
Cotugno v. Cimino & Son et al.
Settled at Mediation for $1.5 Million
Withheld
Settled for $656,000.
Construction site accident
Settled at mediation- $1,500,000
Education
1993
Suffolk University Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1986
St. John's Seminary College of Liberal Arts
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2015
Local 26 Leadership Meeting
Workers Comp Training
Publications
2016
attorneysheehan.com
Boston Personal Injury Blog
2014
Languages
English
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
Im about to have an MMI exam from a designated doctor. My concern is How long do i have to be disabled to have my knee repaired?
16 Dec 2012
Q&A
Can i continue to work for my employer if i settle my workers comp claim?
17 Dec 2012
Q&A
Can i collect anything from a car accident due to whiplash and muscle spasms due to the car who hit me?
09 Dec 2012