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Mr. James A. Boatman, Jr., Esq.
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Mr. James A. Boatman, Jr., Esq.

4.9
87 reviews

3021 Airport-Pulling Road North, Suite 202, Naples, FL 34105 + 2 locations

Appellate Practice, Collections, Commercial Litigation and 85 more

About Mr. James A. Boatman, Jr., Esq.

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Mr. James A. Boatman, Jr., Esq. (Naples, Florida) View website

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Champion Badge Platinum

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Mr. James A. Boatman, Jr., Esq. got this award in 2021

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Mr. James A. Boatman, Jr., Esq. got this award in 2021

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Mr. James A. Boatman, Jr., Esq. got this award in 2021

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Construction Law
Posted by JULIE
December 10, 2025
Hired Attorney Mr. James A. Boatman, Jr., Esq.

Mr. Boatman and associates are wonderful to work with. They explain all sides of issues and what the pros and cons of taking different paths. He will let you know what he thinks your best course of action is while always deferring to what the client wants. I can confidently say he is an honest man which is rare in the legal field from my experience.

 
Litigation
Posted by anonymous
April 09, 2025
Hired Attorney Mr. James A. Boatman, Jr., Esq.

I was very pleased with the level of service and communication I experienced throughout my dealings with this firm. I felt I was being heard, and the explanations were clear and concise. I would definitely recommend this firm.

Breach of Contract
Posted by M.J.
March 03, 2025
Hired Attorney Mr. James A. Boatman, Jr., Esq.

Very pleased.Mr. Boat an answered all my questions in a straightforward manner. He was genuinely interested in assisting me with my problem. Highly recommended and I would certainly engage his services in the future. Five stars!

Property Law
Posted by anonymous
March 03, 2025
Hired Attorney Mr. James A. Boatman, Jr., Esq.

A very professional and knowledgeable lawyer who understood our needs and represented us very well. They helped us navigate issues we had never dealt with in life, and I would recommend them to anyone.

Real Estate
Posted by Peter
December 24, 2024
Hired Attorney Mr. James A. Boatman, Jr., Esq.

Jim Boatman is a caring and compassionate and honest man first of all. Add to it his knowledge and experience, professionalism and understanding and he is a true advocate for those in need. I’ve known Jim for 8 years and sought his counsel on many occasions and trusted that counsel to positive ends. I would highly recommend Jim and his entire practice to anyone in need of legal representation. And I have.

 
Labor and Employment
Posted by anonymous
July 18, 2023
Hired Attorney Mr. James A. Boatman, Jr., Esq.

It was a pleasure to work with Mr. Boatman. He was very knowledgeable on the subject. He also showed a great deal of care in explaining everything in great detail. I give him a 10/10, and I would use him again no questions asked.

Breach of Contract
Posted by Frank
April 19, 2023
Hired Attorney Mr. James A. Boatman, Jr., Esq.

Our small condo community was in serious jeopardy due to a failed construction project. The problems were legally complex, and no viable options at hand. Then we hired Boatma Ricci. Jim Boatman was personally involved throughout and Johnathan Huffman set the bar for excellent legal representation. Under their guidance, the matter was resolved ahead of schedule far exceeding our expectations. Boatman Ricci turned our pending disaster into a total success.We offer our highest recommendation.Hiring Boatman Ricci was the best decision we could have made. If you hire them I am confident your community will share that perspective.

 
Litigation
Posted by anonymous
April 06, 2023
Hired Attorney Mr. James A. Boatman, Jr., Esq.

Stephen Schahrer was my lawyer for a probate litigation case. He was super compassionate, understanding and knowledgeable. With their truth guided approach, I was confident that Stephen and his associates would be able to help me and put me with my case. I would recommend Boatman Ricci to anyone who needs legal advice.

Commercial Litigation
Posted by Jackie
July 08, 2022
Hired Attorney Mr. James A. Boatman, Jr., Esq.

Jim and his team are honest, efficient and are a pleasure to work with. He is incredibly knowledgeable has provided prompt and invaluable service to our family. Most importantly, he is such a truly kind person with integrity. I highly recommend Jim and Boatman Ricci without hesitation.

Business Law
Posted by anonymous
June 27, 2022
Hired Attorney Mr. James A. Boatman, Jr., Esq.

The man who helped me was Ernie Rocco he was a real professional and was great to work with I would recommend the law firm highly

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Areas of Law

  • Appellate Practice
  • Debtor and Creditor 2
    • Collections
    • Creditors Rights
  • Commercial Litigation
  • Construction Law
  • Eminent Domain
  • Trusts and Estates 1
    • Asset Protection
  • Asset Recovery
  • Civil Practice
  • Commercial Law
  • Real Estate 1
    • Commercial Real Estate
  • Consumer Law 1
    • Consumer Fraud
  • Contracts 1
    • Breach of Contract
  • Corporate Law 2
    • Corporate Commercial Law
    • Corporate Litigation
  • Debt Relief
  • General Practice
  • Labor and Employment 1
    • Americans with Disabilities Act
  • Other 65
    • Real Estate Litigation
    • Real Estate Foreclosure
    • Civil Appeals
    • Banks and Banking
    • Bank Collections
    • Bank Foreclosures
    • Bank Fraud
    • Banking Litigation
    • Check Fraud
    • Loan Workouts
    • Federal Civil Practice
    • Commercial Collections
    • Garnishments
    • Post Judgment Collections
    • Professional Collections
    • Secured Collections
    • Unsecured Collections
    • Commercial Bad Faith
    • Commercial Fraud
    • Commercial Liability
    • Commercial Mediation
    • Commercial Torts
    • Commercial Real Estate Litigation
    • Consumer Collections
    • Consumer Litigation
    • Commercial Contracts
    • Contract Fraud
    • Contract Litigation
    • Copyright Litigation
    • Closely Held Corporations
    • Corporate Contracts
    • Corporate Dissolutions
    • Corporate Fiduciary Law
    • Corporate Formation
    • Corporate Organization
    • Corporate Partnerships
    • Corporate Planning
    • Incorporation
    • S Corporations
    • Small Business Corporations
    • Debtor and Creditor Collections
    • Debtor and Creditor Remedies
    • Debtor and Creditor Rights
    • Debtor and Creditor Workouts
    • Debtors Rights
    • Fair Debt Collection Practices Act
    • Secured Creditors Rights
    • Unsecured Creditors Rights
    • Property Rights
    • Condemnation
    • Fraud and Deceit
    • Civil Fraud
    • Fraud
    • Federal Practice
    • Intellectual Property Litigation
    • Piracy
    • Confidentiality Agreements
    • Covenants Not To Compete
    • Employer Rights
    • Employer Liability
    • Employment Breach of Contract
    • Employment Defense
    • Employment Litigation
    • Noncompete Litigation
    • Noncompetition and Non-Solicitation

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    Visa
  • Video Calls
    Offers Video Calls
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  • Firm Information
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    Managing Partner
    Firm Name
    Boatman Ricci
  • Additional Links
    http://www.boatman-law.com/ http://www.boatmanricci.com

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    1997, Florida
    U.S. District Court, Middle, Southern and Northern Districts of Florida and U.S. Court of Appeals, 11th Circuit
    Memberships
    The Florida Bar
    Collier County Bar Association
    Federal Bar Association.
    Bar Fellowship
    Inns of Court.
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    Florida State University College of Law
    Class of 1997
    J.D.
    cum laude, Florida State University Law Review, Florida State University Moot Court
    Other Education
    University of Central Florida
    Class of 1994
    B.A.
    Political Science

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Managing Partner at Boatman Ricci
4.9
87 reviews

3021 Airport-Pulling Road North, Suite 202Naples, FL 34105U.S.A.

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1110 South Magnolia DriveTallahassee, FL 32301U.S.A.

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4507 Furling Lane, Unit 104Destin, FL 32541U.S.A.

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  • Monday 08:30 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Tuesday 08:30 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Wednesday 08:30 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Thursday 08:30 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Friday 08:30 AM - 03:30 PM
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1110 South Magnolia DriveTallahassee, FL 32301U.S.A.

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4507 Furling Lane, Unit 104Destin, FL 32541U.S.A.

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    Mr. James A. Boatman, Jr., Esq. was admitted in 1997 to the State of Florida.
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    Yes, Mr. James A. Boatman, Jr., Esq. has a 4.9 Peer Rating from Martindale-Hubbell.
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    Yes, Mr. James A. Boatman, Jr., Esq. has a 4.9 Client Rating from Martindale-Hubbell.
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    Mr. James A. Boatman, Jr., Esq. attended Florida State University College of Law.
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    Boatman Ricci was established in 2007.

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