James G Ward
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James G. Ward is a partner in Nutter’s Real Estate Department and co-chair of the firm’s Development, Land Use and Permitting practice group. Drawing on his background as the former environmental and permitting counsel for a large Massachusetts developer, he has extensive experience in dealing with local, state, and federal permit-granting authorities. Clients rely on his counsel in all aspects of land use and environmental matters.
Developers and owners turn to Jim in a variety of land use matters, including obtaining permits and approvals under subdivision and zoning laws and regulations, affordable housing laws, “Smart Growth” bylaws and regulations, historic and open space preservation laws, MEPA, laws regulating access to state highways, laws regulating access to municipal sewer and water service and architectural access for the physically challenged.
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J.D., St. Louis University School of Law; B.S., Northeastern University.
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James Ward cochairs the firm's development, land use and permitting practice group. He has a depth of experience advising on a wide range of land use and environmental matters.
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"James coordinates our service and has the long-term relationship in mind."
"James is an outstanding lawyer and an all-around good guy to work with."
"James is my first choice for all permitting matters in the greater Boston area."
"James coordinates our service and has the long-term relationship in mind."
"James is an outstanding lawyer and an all-around good guy to work with."
"James is my first choice for all permitting matters in the greater Boston area."
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