James Q. "Jim" Shirley

James Q. "Jim" Shirley

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Awarded Practice Areas
Bet-the-Company Litigation Commercial Litigation
Awarded Practice Areas
Bet-the-Company Litigation Commercial Litigation
James Q. "Jim" Shirley
James Q. "Jim" Shirley
Manchester, NH
Works at
Sheehan Phinney Bass & Green PA

35 Best Lawyers awards

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Biography

Jim is a senior member of the litigation department and serves as the firm’s general counsel. He has successfully handled litigated cases in state and federal court in New Hampshire and in neighboring jurisdictions for over 35 years. Over time, he has focused on matters involving commercial disputes, professional negligence, product liability, toxic torts, real estate and insurance coverage.

In addition, Jim has been active throughout his career in promoting lawyer continuing legal education having served as the chair of the New Hampshire Bar Association Continuing Legal Education Committee for six years and as a member of the Supreme Court Minimum Continuing Legal Education Board since 1991. In connection with his CLE interest and his role as the firm’s general counsel, he frequently advises on matters involving the New Hampshire Rules of Professional Conduct.

Works at
Sheehan Phinney Bass & Green PA

35 Best Lawyers awards

Sheehan Phinney Bass & Green PA logo

Locations

Education

  • University of San Francisco, J.D., graduated 1970
  • Dartmouth College, B.A.
  • San Francisco State University, M.A.

Bar Admissions

  • New Hampshire, State of New Hampshire
  • California, State of California

Client Testimonials

Awards & Focus

Lawyer of the Year Badge - 2010 - Bet-the-Company Litigation
Named "Lawyer of the Year" by Best Lawyers® for:
  • Bet-the-Company Litigation, Manchester (2010)
Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® 2026 for work in:
  • Bet-the-Company Litigation
  • Commercial Litigation

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