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James has tried more than 60 jury cases to verdict as first-chair trial counsel, beginning his career as a prosecutor. He is Founder and Managing Partner of Woods Lonergan and a New York Commercial Division trial lawyer who resolves complex commercial and real estate disputes valued at $1M to $100M+ for business owners, principals, and middle-market enterprises across the New York metro area.
James personally leads the firm's commercial litigation, real estate, and shareholder and fiduciary disputes, and is retained when a matter has stalled or is beyond budget without resolution in sight. Because every matter is prepared for trial from the outset, most resolve before one. He also counsels and litigates for cooperative and condominium boards across the New York metro area.
James is ranked in The Legal 500's New York Elite rankings for Commercial Disputes, with additional recognition from Martindale-Hubbell (AV Preeminent) and Chambers USA: Spotlight.
James F. Woods, Founder & Managing Partner of Woods Lonergan PLLC, is a NY Commercial Division trial lawyer with 60+ jury verdicts, resolving $1M–$100M+ commercial and real estate disputes. Recognized by The Legal 500, Martindale-Hubbell (AV Preeminent), and Chambers USA.
New York trial lawyer for business owners and middle-market companies, resolving commercial, shareholder, and fiduciary disputes valued at $1M–$100M+. Every case is trial-ready from day one.
New York Commercial Division trial lawyer representing cooperative and condominium boards, real estate owners, and principals in high-stakes disputes valued at $1M to $100M+ across the NY metro area."
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Business
25%
Commercial Real Estate
25%
Intellectual Property
25%
Litigation
25%
Fees and Rates
Awards
2025
Licenses
Licensed in New York for 36 years
State: New York
Acquired: 1989
No misconduct found
Location
Woods Lonergan PLLC
(212) 684-2500
Fax
60 East 42nd Street, Suite 1410, New York, NY, 10165
woodslaw.com/Online Presence
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Posted by anonymous | September 23, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Excellent attorney
James Woods provided outstanding legal guidance with professionalism and care. Responsive and thorough.
Posted by Rebecca | September 23, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Professional, skilled, and reliable
"James Woods provided outstanding legal guidance with professionalism and care. Highly trusted."
Posted by Peter | September 23, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Exceptional Business Litigation Counsel
James Woods resolved our business dispute quickly and effectively, always keeping our best interests at the forefront.
Posted by anonymous | September 23, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Trusted Legal Support
We appreciated James’s straightforward advice and effective resolution of our business matter.
Posted by Andrew | August 18, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Excellent Trial Lawyers-Boutique Litigation NYC
Complex Breach of contract matter resolved. Responsive staff, excellent results.
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Experience
Honors
2026
Legal 500 New York Elite, Legal 500
2025
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
N/A
Chambers USA Spotlight, Chambers
Work Experience
1993 - Present
Founding Attorney, Woods Lonergan PLLC
Associations
New York City Bar Association
Member
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of N.Y.
Member
U.S. District Court, Southern District of N.Y.
Member
Education
1988
New York Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1985
Fordham University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Publications
2024
The Washington Post
“In luxe N.Y. condo, residents battle over dumping the Trump name”
2021
Brick Underground
How Long Does It Take To Close on Coop?
Languages
English