Sylvester James Boumil

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Sylvester James Boumil: Attorney with Boumil Law Offices
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Biography

S. James Boumil is an accomplished attorney focusing on civil litigation, with a distinguished track record in cases requiring a deep understanding of scientific principles. A cum laude graduate of Boston College Law School, Mr. Boumil's physics background has significantly bolstered his legal skills, particularly in complex, high-stakes cases involving scientific analysis. His practice encompasses healthcare legalities, real estate transactions, products liability, personal injury, corporate matters, and white-collar crime. Mr. Boumil is deeply committed to community service; he was pivotal in transforming the University of Lowell Building Authority's bond rating and played a significant role in Lowell's "Urban National Park" project. He has been recognized in appointments as Special Assistant Attorney General for the University of Lowell Board of Trustees and as litigation counsel to Merrimack Valley Residents for the Environment. Mr. Boumil's appellate litigation proficiency is evident in his numerous appearances before appellate courts, including the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court and the First Circuit Court of Appeals. His diverse experiences reflect his dedication to both his clients and his community.

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Areas of Practice (9)

  • Health Care Regulatory Compliance
  • Corporate and Business Formation
  • State and Federal Litigation
  • Contract law
  • Real Estate and Development
  • White‑Collar Criminal Defense
  • Personal Injury
  • Products Liability
  • Civil/Criminal Medicaid & Medicare Fraud Defense

Education & Credentials

University Attended:
University of Massachusetts, B.S., Physics, 1969
Law School Attended:
Boston College Law School, J.D., cum laude, 1972
Year of First Admission:
1972
Admission:
1972, Massachusetts; 1976, U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts; 1978, U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit; 1980, U.S. Tax Court; 1986, U.S. Supreme Court
Memberships:
Massachusetts (Member, Civil Litigation Committee; American Association for the Advancement of Science Section; Member, Committee on, History of Science) and American (Committee Member: Civil Litigation; Special Committee on Space Law; Scientific Evidence; Broadcasting Sound Recording and Performing Artist; NANO Technologies; Member, Section on Intellectual Property Law) Bar Associations; Massachusetts Academy of Trial Lawyers; American Association for the Advancement of Science; MENSA.
Birth Information:
Lowell, Massachusetts, November 15, 1947
ISLN:
908891724

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Fixed Hourly Rates
$350 - $425/hr

Peer Reviews

4.7/5.0 (8 reviews)
Martindale-Hubbell® Distinguished Rating Badge

  • Legal Knowledge

    4.7/5.0

  • Analytical Capability

    4.6/5.0

  • Judgment

    4.6/5.0

  • Communication

    4.6/5.0

  • Legal Experience

    4.7/5.0

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 03/23/26 in Litigation

    He is extremely capable. Works very aggressively for his clients. Is very resourceful I will find a way to get the best result possible

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 03/17/26 in Business Law

    Attorney Boumil is one of the best in-court trial lawyers in the state. He demonstrates great intuition in addition to mastery of each problem he handles with meticulous preparation. He is precise, prepared and overwhelms opposition with complete com... Read more

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Director on 03/17/26 in Business Law

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 03/12/26 in Products Liability

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Managing Partner on 03/12/26 in Real Estate

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Managing Partner on 03/12/26 in Contracts

    Sylvester's legal knowledge and courtroom skills are unmatched. A walking tutorial for young lawyers

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  • 4.6/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 03/27/26 in Litigation

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  • 4.6/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 03/20/26 in Litigation

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5.0/5.0 (4 reviews)

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