About James Barnett
James Barnett Puritz built his path to the law through two Northeastern schools. He earned his undergraduate degree at Brandeis University in 2005 and completed his Juris Doctor at Albany Law School in 2009. Those formative years shaped his approach to legal analysis and client work, and they provided the credentials that launched a multi-jurisdictional practice.
After law school, Puritz pursued admission to practice in several states and now holds licenses in New York, Massachusetts and North Carolina. He has practiced under rules in each jurisdiction, handling matters that require attention to differing state procedures and statutory frameworks. His admissions give him the flexibility to represent clients across multiple forums and to coordinate work that crosses state lines.
Puritz’s professional life is rooted in litigation. He serves as an attorney at Grant & Eisenhofer P.A., where he contributes to the firm’s caseload and collaborates with colleagues on complex matters. His work there involves researching law, drafting pleadings and motions, and participating in court proceedings and client meetings. Colleagues describe him as methodical and practical in the way he structures legal arguments and manages discovery tasks.
He approaches cases with detailed preparation. That means breaking down statutes and case law into discrete issues, then assembling the facts to address each one. He is comfortable arguing procedural points in court and in preparing written submissions that aim to clarify contested legal questions. His training at Albany Law School and earlier at Brandeis underpins that methodical approach.
Over time Puritz has developed professional judgment about how to handle multi-jurisdictional matters. Working across New York, Massachusetts and North Carolina requires attention to differences in rules, deadlines and local practice. He balances those demands by prioritizing clear communication and by coordinating with local counsel when matters require it.
Outside of court filings and client conferences, Puritz contributes to firm strategy on particular cases and assists in preparing evidence and witness materials. He emphasizes accuracy in legal papers and steadiness in litigation timelines. He continues to work at Grant & Eisenhofer P.A., practicing law in the jurisdictions where he is admitted and focusing on litigation work across those states.
