James B. Heffernan

James B. Heffernan

also known as Jim Heffernan

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 18 years

Bankruptcy and debt Lawyer at Boston, MA
Practice Areas: Bankruptcy & Debt, Land Use & Zoning, Real Estate ... +5 more

176 Federal Street, Boston, MA

About James

Biography

James B. Heffernan practices in the area of commercial real estate, land use, and corporate law. Mr. Heffernan has represented owners and developers in commercial and residential projects, from...

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Licenses

Licensed in Massachusetts for 18 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 2007

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Location

Rich May, P.C.

176 Federal Street, Boston, MA, 02110

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James B. Heffernan's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

3 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | June 19, 2014

Excellent Lawyer

Jim represented me and my wife during the sale and purchase of two separate properties simultaneously. His counsel and work ethic are beyond reproach. He spent more time working through the kinks of our contracts than the deal deserved and was always forthright and responsive. I would highly recom...mend Jim to anyone in the Boston area seeking representation in matters of real estate. A buyer/seller would be hard pressed to find someone more capable.

Posted by Molly | June 18, 2014

Highly recommend James Heffernan

Jim went above and beyond for us during both the sale of our apt and the purchase of a new one. Our new place was new construction and there were several delays from the builders. Jim was a fantastic advocate for us and kept us informed every step of the way. I highly recommend him to anyone in need ...of a lawyer.

Posted by anonymous | June 18, 2014

highly capable attorney

We provide a full range of environmental consulting services. Jim provided zoning, real estate, and environmental land use legal services to us. We also shared a number of clients in these practice areas. We were very happy with Jim's services.

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James B. Heffernan's Lawyer Endorsements

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Alex Mattera

Unknown lawyer | Nov 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have the highest regard for James's work."

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Callan Stein

Real estate lawyer | Oct 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jim is a terrific attorney and an even better person. He is extremely knowledgeable in real estate law as well as land use and zoning matters. I cannot recommend Jim highly enough."

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David Wittmann

Real estate lawyer | Nov 05

Relationship: Co-worker

"Jim is a no-nonsense, practical commercial real estate lawyer. He will get the job done efficiently and correctly. I highly recommend Jim for all of your real estate needs."

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Ku Yoo

Real estate lawyer | Jun 18

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I've worked with Jim in several matters. In every instance, he has been straightforward and well-prepared and conducted with integrity."

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Michael Katz

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jun 18

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I highly endorse Jim Heffernan. I was his supervising partner when he worked for Bacon Wilson, PC, and always found him well-prepared and very smart. He consistently obtained great results in contested legal matters, did a fantastic job drafting legal documents and was well liked by both his co-workers and clients."

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David Rosen

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Feb 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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David Wittmann

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Connie Dai

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Patricia Rich

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Thomas Reidy

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Todd Ratner

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Ku Yoo

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Jeff Chang

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Matthew Oresman

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Robert O'Brien

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John Nagle

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Michael Murawski

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William McMahon

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Alex Mattera

Chapter 11 bankruptcy lawyer

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Kevin Maltby

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Peter MacConnell

Real estate lawyer

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Ronald Crawley

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Stephen Krevalin

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Margaret Kelty

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Michael Katz

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2015

Boston Rising Star, National Law Journal

2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2013

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

N/A

Cali Award for Excellence in Legal Ethics, Georgetown University Law Center

Work Experience

2012 - Present

Counsel, Rich May, P.C.

1900 - Present

Associate, Rich May, P.C.

2016 - 2016

Counsel, Partridge Snow & Hahn, LLP

2012 - 2012

Associate, Duane Morris LLP

2010 - 2012

Attorney, Bacon Wilson, PC

2009 - 2010

Contract Attorney, Demeo & Associates

2007 - 2009

Associate, Choate Hall & Stewart

Associations

2011 - 2012

Pioneer Valley Young Democrats

Political Director

2010 - 2012

Hampshire County Bar Association

Chair, New Lawyers Assocation

Education

2007

Georgetown University Law Center

Juris Doctor

2004

Boston University

Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2012

Collection Law and Bankruptcy Law

Bankruptcy and Creditors' Rights

Publications

Languages

Mandarin

English

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