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Jolene S. Fernandes, General Attorney in Boston, Massachusetts

Over 13 years of legal practice

AssociateatFoley & Lardner LLP

Boston, MA

Practicing general in Boston since 2013.

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Jolene S. Fernandes is an associate based in Boston, MA. The practice focuses on General. Jolene has over 13 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Foley & Lardner LLP.

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over 13 years
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  • Handles General matters from Boston, MA.
  • Over 13 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Jolene S. Fernandes: Jolene S. Fernandes is an associate based in Boston, MA. The practice focuses on General. Jolene has over 13 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Foley & Lardner LLP.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Jolene takes on

Jolene concentrates on general. Each area below outlines the kind of case Jolene handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

General cases in Boston, Massachusetts

Jolene takes general matters in Boston, 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 Jolene agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Jolene S. Fernandes — general lawyer in Boston

Jolene S. Fernandes is an associate based in Boston, MA. The practice focuses on General. Jolene has over 13 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Foley & Lardner LLP.

Jolene S. Fernandes is a lawyer practicing chemical, biotechnology & pharmaceutical. Jolene received a Ph.D. degree from California Institute of Technology in 2007, and has been licensed for 13 years. Jolene practices at Foley & Lardner LLP in Boston, MA.

How Jolene handles general matters

Jolene S. Fernandes is a lawyer practicing chemical, biotechnology & pharmaceutical. Jolene received a Ph.D. degree from California Institute of Technology in 2007, and has been licensed for 13 years. Jolene practices at Foley & Lardner LLP in Boston, MA.

Who Jolene represents

Jolene reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general matters in Boston and the surrounding Massachusetts area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • University of California, Irvine School of Law J.D. 2013 Staff Editor

  • California Institute of Technology

    Ph.D. Biology · 2007

Jurisdictions

Jolene's state bar admissions

  • Massachusetts

    2013 · ACTIVE

Jolene studied at — in University of California, Irvine School of Law J.D. 2013 Staff Editor and Ph.D. Biology in California Institute of Technology.

Law school and academic background

Jolene completed — in University of California, Irvine School of Law J.D. 2013 Staff Editor and Ph.D. Biology in California Institute of Technology. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Jolene runs in Massachusetts is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Locations

Jolene S. Fernandes's office in Boston

Jolene's primary office is at 111 Huntington Avenue, Boston, MA, 02199. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Foley & Lardner LLP

111 Huntington Avenue

Boston, MA 02199

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Hiring guide

How to hire Jolene S. Fernandes — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new general attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Jolene usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Jolene charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jolene'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; Jolene will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a general attorney in Boston, Massachusetts

A short list to run through before you commit: How many general 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 Jolene

Jolene discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in general practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every general 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. Jolene confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Jolene's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many general practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Jolene S. Fernandes

  • How much does it cost to hire Jolene for a general case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Jolene walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Jolene offer a free consultation?

    Jolene charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jolene's office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check Jolene's current terms during booking.

  • How long do general cases in Massachusetts typically take?

    Simple general 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. Jolene gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Jolene take my case if I'm outside Boston?

    Jolene 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 — Jolene 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 Jolene?

    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. Jolene will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Jolene accepting new general clients right now?

    Jolene's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

General attorneys serving Boston, Cambridge and Worcester in Massachusetts

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