James B. Claybourne IV, Health Care Attorney in Lincoln, Massachusetts
3 years of legal practice · focused on Health Care and Litigation
AssociateatSmith Duggan Cornell & Gollub LLP
Lincoln, MA
Practicing health care in Lincoln since 2023.
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James B. Claybourne IV is an associate based in Lincoln, MA. The practice focuses on Health Care and Litigation. James has 3 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Smith Duggan Cornell & Gollub LLP.
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- Health Care · Litigation
- Handles Health Care and Litigation matters from Lincoln, MA.
- 3 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About James B. Claybourne IV: James B. Claybourne IV is an associate based in Lincoln, MA. The practice focuses on Health Care and Litigation. James has 3 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Smith Duggan Cornell & Gollub LLP.
Areas of practice
James's practice areas in Lincoln
James concentrates on health care and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case James handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Health Care cases in Lincoln, Massachusetts
James takes health care matters in Lincoln, Massachusetts. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before James agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Lincoln, Massachusetts
James takes litigation matters in Lincoln, Massachusetts. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before James agrees to represent you.
Biography
James B. Claybourne IV, health care attorney serving Lincoln
James B. Claybourne IV is an associate based in Lincoln, MA. The practice focuses on Health Care and Litigation. James has 3 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Smith Duggan Cornell & Gollub LLP. James works from Lincoln, Massachusetts and takes on health care matters across the region.
Attorney James Claybourne IV joined Smith Duggan Cornell & Gollub LLP as an associate in 2023; he focuses on litigation and health care. He is admitted to practice in Massachusetts. During law school he was employed full time at a law firm where he aided attorneys in preparing patent prosecution reports for clients and foreign associates.Previously, he was with an international company serving the national security, health and life sciences, energy, and environmental industries. He reviewed raw data, operating procedures, and administrative documents to ensure compliance with industry standards and client expectations.
How James handles health care matters
Attorney James Claybourne IV joined Smith Duggan Cornell & Gollub LLP as an associate in 2023; he focuses on litigation and health care. He is admitted to practice in Massachusetts. During law school he was employed full time at a law firm where he aided attorneys in preparing patent prosecution reports for clients and foreign associates.Previously, he was with an international company serving…
The kind of cases James takes
James reviews new inquiries case-by-case for health care and litigation matters in Lincoln and the surrounding Massachusetts area.
Credentials
Credentials — where James studied and practices
New England School of Law
J.D. · 2023
The College of Wooster
B.A. · 2014
Jurisdictions
James's state bar admissions
Massachusetts
2023 · ACTIVE
James studied at J.D. in New England School of Law and B.A. in The College of Wooster.
Law school and academic background
James completed J.D. in New England School of Law and B.A. in The College of Wooster. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice James runs in Massachusetts is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
James B. Claybourne IV's office in Lincoln
James's primary office is at 55 Old Bedford Road, Suite 300, Lincoln, MA, 01773-1125. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Smith Duggan Cornell & Gollub LLP
55 Old Bedford Road, Suite 300
Lincoln, MA 01773-1125
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How to hire James B. Claybourne IV — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new health care attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with James usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
James charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain James's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; James will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a health care attorney in Lincoln, Massachusetts
A short list to run through before you commit: How many health care matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for James
James discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in health care practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every health care matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. James confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
James's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many health care practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about James B. Claybourne IV
How much does it cost to hire James for a health care case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. James walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does James offer a free consultation?
James charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain James's office. Some health care attorneys offer free consults — check James's current terms during booking.
How long do health care cases in Massachusetts typically take?
Simple health care matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. James gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can James take my case if I'm outside Lincoln?
James is licensed in Massachusetts. Matters governed by Massachusetts law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — James will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with James?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. James will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is James accepting new health care clients right now?
James's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Health Care attorneys serving Lincoln, Boston and Cambridge in Massachusetts
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