James T. Morse

James T. Morse

also known as Tack, Jim or Jamie

5.0
Rating: 6.5

Licensed for 19 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Falmouth, MA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Business, Estate Planning, Landlord & Tenant

157 Locust Street, Unit A, Falmouth, MA

About James

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 70%

Aggressive criminal defense in District and Superior Courts with a focus in Drunk/Drugged Driving.

19 years

70%
Business 10%

Representation of small to mid size businesses in areas involving personnel matters, collections, contracts, mergers, and HR issues

15 years

10%
Estate Planning 10%

16 years experience designing and drafting Estate Plans and Trusts for modest to significant estates. If you need an estate plan drafted or revised contact us.

19 years

10%
Landlord or Tenant 10%

Representing both landlords and tenants in commercial and residential matters

19 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 300-400 per hour

Contingency

33%-40%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Massachusetts for 19 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 2006

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of James T. Morse, LLC

157 Locust Street, Unit A, Falmouth, MA, 02540

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James T. Morse's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

5 Client Reviews

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4 star (0)
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Posted by Mike | December 4, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Very professional

Attorney Morse was very knowledgeable, professional, and genuine in the handling of my case. I would recommend him to anyone needing help in the arena of criminal defense

Posted by Sandra | September 29, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Lawyer

James is an excellent Lawyer. Always around when needed. Answers phone calls right away or will return calls. He is very professional and will help you when you need it

Posted by James | March 28, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Attentive Expert Professional Negotiator

Attorney Morse provided my family with exceptional advise and provided rapid results for a long standing debt to resolved in an equitable manner. His professionalism as an attorney is a equally paralleled by his care and understanding of each individual's situation.

Posted by Alan | March 22, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Mr Alan Reekie

Attorney James Morse has helped my family out on numerous occasions. From Wills, to contact with a bank trust on our behalf, and heath care proxy and power of attorney paperwork.

Posted by Bonnie | February 18, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

I highly recommend James T. Morse

James has been my lawyer for many years, I trust him and his advice completely. He has assisted with many things from mortgages, wills, and even advice during an emergency crisis or two. I respect and admire his intelligence, his honesty and his integrety.

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Experience

Rating:  6.5 (Good)

Honors

2001

Department Offier of the Year, Mothers Against Drunk Driving

Work Experience

2022 - Present

Chair, Zoning Board of Appeals, Town of Falmouth

2010 - Present

Secretary and Clerk, Fred Harris Daniels Foundation

2006 - Present

Attorney, Law Office of James T. Morse

1995 - 2018

Detective/Police Officer, Oak Bluffs Police Department

Associations

2012 - Present

Barnstable County Bar Association

Member

2006 - Present

Dukes County Bar Association

Member

Education

2005

New England Law Boston

JD - Juris Doctor

2001

Western New England College

MS - Master of Science - Criminal Justice Administration

1997

College of Wooster

BA - Bachelor of Arts (History)

1993

The Governors Academy (Formerly Governor Dummer Academy)

Diploma

Languages

English

Activity

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