James D. "Jim" Masterman

James D. "Jim" Masterman


Greenberg Traurig

Recognized since 2007

Boston, Massachusetts

Practice Areas

Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law

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James D. Masterman is a trial lawyer with a broad range of experience in eminent domain and real estate valuation litigation, including tax proceedings and lease arbitrations, and in the litigation of land use and property rights issues. His representation of commercial, industrial and residential property owners and developers requires his appearance in U.S. District Court, U.S. Bankruptcy Court, and every state and administrative court of Massachusetts and throughout New England. His advice is also sought by multi-property clients on a national basis on all aspects of eminent domain. Jim served as Chair of the American Bar Association's Committee of Condemnation, Zoning and Land Use Litigation and is a frequent lecturer and writer on eminent domain and valuation, with his articles appearing in many legal and trade publications.

Location
  • One International Place, Suite 2000
    Boston, MA 02110
Education
  • Boston University School of Law, J.D., graduated 1979
  • Cornell University, BA, graduated 1976
Bar Admissions
  • Massachusetts, Massachusetts Bar Association
Affiliations
  • Federal Practice Task Force - Member
  • Owners' Counsel of America - Founding Charter Member
  • The Appraisal Institute - Affiliate Member
  • Town of Needham, Massachusetts - Elected Town Meeting Member
  • Unpublished References Committee - Co-Chair
Federal Clerkships
  • United States District Court

Greenberg Traurig
Headquarters: New York, New York

597 The Best Lawyers in America® awards

284 Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America awards

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Named "Lawyer of the Year" by Best Lawyers® for:
  • Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law, Boston (2023)
  • Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law, Boston (2020)
  • Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law, Boston (2018)
  • Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law, Boston (2016)
  • Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law, Boston (2013)
Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® 2025 for work in:
  • Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law
Special Focus:
  • Ad Valorem Taxation
  • Land Use
  • Litigation
  • Redevelopment
  • Zoning
Awards:
  • AV Preeminent® 5.0 out of 5
  • Super Lawyers magazine, Massachusetts Super Lawyers, 2005-2013
Additional Areas of Practice:
  • Land Use and Zoning Law
  • Litigation - Land Use and Zoning

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