Sometimes, You Need to Go to Court
If your livelihood depends on running a business, chances are that you will need to resolve some legal issue. Many times, these issues can be handled out of court, through permitting processes, or by negotiation. Sometimes, however, it is necessary to fight for your interests in court.
I am James M. Cote, a litigation attorney in Peabody, Massachusetts. In my more than 20 years of practice, I have strongly represented businesses, landlords, lenders, contractors, developers and others in litigation in district, superior, land court and bankruptcy courts. I have consistently represented clients throughout Northern Massachusetts and the North Shore, and I am familiar with the courts, the attorneys, the judges and others who can affect you.
Through my practice, Cote Law Offices, I can guide you through almost any matter of civil litigation. For more information or a free consultation, call me at 978-767-2933 or 866-923-2574 toll free.
Peabody Litigation Attorney | Beverly Appeals Attorney
My broad understanding of the practice of law in Massachusetts enables me to represent clients with ease and confidence. Below are listed the primary focus areas of my litigation services.
Litigation for businesses, landlords and lenders
I provide business litigation and commercial litigation services for:
- Contract disputes
- Partnership disputes
- Officer and executive issues
- Collections
- Commercial and residential evictions
- Bankruptcy relief for lenders
- Mergers and acquisitions
- Businesses representation before state regulatory boards
- Enforcement of employees agreements, including non-competes and contracts
- Discrimination matters before Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination (MCAD)
Real estate litigation
I provide real estate litigation services for developers, builders, contractors, real estate professionals and property owners regarding:
- Deed reformation and boundary disputes
- Commissions for real estate brokers
- Construction disputes
Estate litigation
I provide estate litigation services, including legal challenges, concerning:
- Probate
- Wills
- Trusts
- Powers of attorney
- Personal representatives and executors
- Guardianships/conservatorships
- Property distribution
- Estate tax matters
Land use and zoning litigation
I provide land use and zoning litigation services pertaining to:
Denials of variances and special permits
Revocation of building permits
Conservation issues to relevant permitting agencies
I Can Fight for Your Appeal
I am familiar and comfortable with pursuing appeals of any decision by a district court, county board, city council or state agency that has denied your residential or commercial permit, variance or other land use or zoning application.
I also represent businesses that wish to appeal liquor license decisions to the Massachusetts Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission (MABCC).
Moreover, I am ready and able to strongly advocate for your position in an appeal of any court decision regarding a business, real estate or estate matter.
Free Consultations | Northern Massachusetts Litigation Attorney | 978-767-2933
For more information, or for a free consultation with a skilled and versatile lawyer, call me at 978-767-2933 or 866-923-2574 toll free, or contact me online.
