Sara C. Heskett, Business Attorney in Boston, Massachusetts
Over 26 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Real Estate, and Tax
PartneratHolland & Knight LLP
Boston, MA
Practicing business in Boston since 2000.
- 26+
- Years practicing
- 3
- Bar admissions
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Sara C. Heskett is a partner based in Boston, MA. The practice focuses on Business, Real Estate, and Tax. Sara has over 26 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Holland & Knight LLP.
- Based in
- Boston, MA
- Experience
- over 26 years
- Known for
- Business · Real Estate · Tax
- Handles Business, Real Estate, and Tax matters from Boston, MA.
- Over 26 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Sara C. Heskett: Sara C. Heskett is a partner based in Boston, MA. The practice focuses on Business, Real Estate, and Tax. Sara has over 26 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Holland & Knight LLP.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Sara takes on
Sara concentrates on business, real estate, and tax. Each area below outlines the kind of case Sara handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business
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Real Estate
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Tax
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Business cases in Boston, Massachusetts
Sara takes business 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 Sara agrees to represent you.
Real Estate cases in Boston, Massachusetts
Sara takes real estate 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 Sara agrees to represent you.
Tax cases in Boston, Massachusetts
Sara takes tax 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 Sara agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Sara C. Heskett — business lawyer in Boston
Sara C. Heskett is a partner based in Boston, MA. The practice focuses on Business, Real Estate, and Tax. Sara has over 26 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Holland & Knight LLP.
Ms. Sara C. Heskett is a lawyer practicing business, real estate, tax credit transactions and 3 other areas of law. Sara received a B.A. degree from Wellesley College, and has been licensed for 26 years. Sara practices at Holland & Knight LLP in Boston, MA and 1 other location.
Working with Sara on a business matter
Ms. Sara C. Heskett is a lawyer practicing business, real estate, tax credit transactions and 3 other areas of law. Sara received a B.A. degree from Wellesley College, and has been licensed for 26 years. Sara practices at Holland & Knight LLP in Boston, MA and 1 other location.
Clients Sara works with
Sara reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, real estate, and tax matters in Boston and the surrounding Massachusetts area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Florida Levin College of Law J.D. with high honors
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Wellesley College B.A. English Literature Wellesley College B.A. Concentration in Art History
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Jurisdictions
Sara's state bar admissions
Oregon
2004 · ACTIVE
Massachusetts
2001 · ACTIVE
Florida
2000 · ACTIVE
Sara studied at — in University of Florida Levin College of Law J.D. with high honors and — in Wellesley College B.A. English Literature Wellesley College B.A. Concentration in Art History.
Law school and academic background
Sara completed — in University of Florida Levin College of Law J.D. with high honors and — in Wellesley College B.A. English Literature Wellesley College B.A. Concentration in Art History. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Sara runs in Massachusetts is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Sara's professional memberships and bar associations
Boston, Massachusetts and American Bar Associations The Florida Bar Oregon State Bar
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Locations
Sara C. Heskett's office in Boston
Sara's primary office is at 10 St. James Ave., 11th Fl., Boston, MA, 02116. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Sara C. Heskett — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Sara usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Sara charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Sara'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; Sara will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Boston, Massachusetts
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business 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 Sara
Sara discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business 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. Sara confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Sara's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Sara C. Heskett
How much does it cost to hire Sara for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Sara walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Sara offer a free consultation?
Sara charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Sara's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Sara's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in Massachusetts typically take?
Simple business 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. Sara gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Sara take my case if I'm outside Boston?
Sara 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 — Sara 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 Sara?
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. Sara will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Sara accepting new business clients right now?
Sara's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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