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James D. "Jim" Masterman is an attorney based in Boston, MASSACHUSETTS. The practice focuses on Zoning.
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- Boston, MASSACHUSETTS
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- attorney
- Known for
- Zoning
- Handles Zoning matters from Boston, MASSACHUSETTS.
- Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law (Boston) (2023).
About James D. "Jim" Masterman: James D. "Jim" Masterman is an attorney based in Boston, MASSACHUSETTS. The practice focuses on Zoning.
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James D. "Jim" Masterman represents clients in Boston, Massachusetts across the following areas of law. Each area links to other verified attorneys with the same focus.
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About James D. "Jim" Masterman
James D. Masterman is a trial lawyer with a broad range of experience in eminent domain and real estate valuation litigation, including tax proceedings and lease arbitrations, and in the litigation of land use and property rights issues. His representation of commercial, industrial and residential property owners and developers requires his appearance in U.S. District Court, U.S. Bankruptcy Court, and every state and administrative court of Massachusetts and throughout New England. His advice is also sought by multi-property clients on a national basis on all aspects of eminent domain. Jim served as Chair of the American Bar Association's Committee of Condemnation, Zoning and Land Use Litigation and is a frequent lecturer and writer on eminent domain and valuation, with his articles appearing in many legal and trade publications.
Credentials
Education
Boston University School of Law
J.D. · 1979
Cornell University
BA · 1976
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Bar admissions
Massachusetts, Massa
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Awards & honors
Lawyer of the Year — Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law (Boston)
2023
Lawyer of the Year — Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law (Boston)
2020
Lawyer of the Year — Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law (Boston)
2018
Lawyer of the Year — Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law (Boston)
2016
Lawyer of the Year — Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law (Boston)
2013
Best Lawyers in America — Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Land Use and Zoning Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Land Use and Zoning
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Ad Valorem Taxation
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Land Use
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Redevelopment
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Zoning
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Super Lawyers magazine, Massachusetts Super Lawyers, 2005-2013
2026
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What areas of law does James D. "Jim" Masterman practice?
James D. "Jim" Masterman focuses on Zoning.
Where is James D. "Jim" Masterman located?
James D. "Jim" Masterman primarily serves clients in Boston, Massachusetts.
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