About James
James Powderly is a criminal defense attorney based in Falmouth, Massachusetts. He earned his Juris Doctor from Northeastern University School of Law in 2000 and his Bachelor of Science from New York University in 1996. He has been practicing law in Massachusetts since 2004.
He is the founder of The Law Offices of James P — Powderly, located at 197 Palmer Avenue, Suite 172, Falmouth, MA 02540. The firm specializes in criminal defense, offering services to clients throughout Cape Cod. In addition to his legal practice, he holds certifications as a Breath Alcohol Testing Technician and in Standardized Field Sobriety Testing.
He is also District Court Certified, enhancing his qualifications in handling various criminal cases. Before establishing his own firm, he served as a Supervising Attorney for the Bristol County Bar Advocates, Inc., overseeing legal representation in criminal cases. He has been recognized for his legal expertise, being selected to Rising Stars from 2013 to 2018.
He is a member of the Bristol County Bar Association and has been involved in various professional development programs, including those offered by the National Criminal Defense College and Northeastern University School of Law. He is fluent in English and conversational Spanish. As a result, the attorney can serve clients effectively.
