James A. Kobe, P.C. - Newton, MA

Elite Employment Law and Civil Litigation in Newton

Workplace conflicts and business disputes can threaten career reputations, corporate viability, and hard-earned financial assets. Located at The Chatham Center on Crafts Street in Newton, Massachusetts, James A. Kobe, P.C. delivers sophisticated legal representation in employment law and commercial litigation. Principal attorney James A. Kobe graduated magna cum laude from Boston College Law School in 1986 and spent twelve years as a partner and associate at a major Boston law firm before establishing his boutique practice. Honored with selection to Super Lawyers from 2017 through 2026 and rated AV Preeminent by Martindale-Hubbell, Mr. Kobe provides big-firm acumen with the attentive care of a dedicated boutique practice.

Comprehensive Employment Law and Executive Severance Counsel

Navigating the complex matrix of state and federal employment statutes requires an attorney who understands both employee protections and corporate management obligations. Representing corporate employers, senior executives, and individual employees, James A. Kobe offers strategic counsel designed to achieve favorable out-of-court resolutions or victory in litigation. The firm handles critical employment matters, including:

• Negotiation and review of executive severance agreements, separation packages, and transition terms
• Drafting, evaluating, and litigating non-compete agreements, non-solicitation covenants, and trade secrets
• Workplace discrimination claims based on gender, race, age, disability, sexual orientation, or national origin
• Hostile work environment litigation and sexual harassment claims under Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 151B
• Wage and hour claims involving unpaid bonuses, commissions, misclassification, and overtime violations

Wrongful Termination and Whistleblower Retaliation Claims

Although Massachusetts is generally an at-will employment state, terminating an employee in violation of public policy, in breach of contract, or in retaliation for protected conduct is unlawful. Professionals needing to hire a wrongful termination lawyer rely on James A. Kobe to hold employers accountable. The firm prosecutes retaliation claims arising from reporting corporate misconduct, filing workplace safety complaints, asserting wage rights, or requesting medical leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act, seeking full compensatory damages, emotional distress recovery, and statutory penalties.

High-Stakes Commercial Litigation and Business Disputes

In the commercial arena, contractual breaches and shareholder friction can disrupt normal operations and destroy enterprise value. As experienced business litigation lawyers, James A. Kobe, P.C. represents businesses, partners, and shareholders in complex commercial disputes throughout Massachusetts state and federal courts. The practice litigates breach of contract actions, shareholder derivative lawsuits, closely held corporate freeze-outs, partnership dissolutions, commercial real estate disputes, and commercial lease enforcement, delivering courtroom readiness and strategic negotiation at every juncture.

Personalized Legal Advocacy and Free Initial Consultations

Clients at James A. Kobe, P.C. benefit from direct access to a seasoned trial attorney with four decades of distinguished legal practice. Mr. Kobe takes the time to thoroughly understand each client's specific professional and business objectives, offering candid risk assessments and practical legal roadmaps. Whether you are an executive negotiating an employment agreement or a business facing complex commercial litigation, having an acclaimed advocate in your corner is indispensable. Contact James A. Kobe, P.C. in Newton today to schedule your free initial consultation.