James Valente
Brattleboro, VT
N/A
Law Degree
Awards
Primary Practice Area
Criminal Defense
Language
English
About
I enjoy trying cases. There are fewer and fewer lawyers who go to trial regularly, and I think it's important because every trip to court makes me a better lawyer, and opponents will be more likely to resolve a case favorably if they're worried about our firm's ability to organize the facts and make a persuasive presentation. I do civil litigation, personal injury, divorce, and criminal defense (both minor and major). I also get involved with litigation that isn't easily categorized (town ordinance issues, worker's compensation claims, restraining orders, etc.) I am the president of Costello, Valente & Gentry, P.C., where I've worked since 2006. We offer free consultations in all kinds of matters. When we take a case, we use a team-based approach which means that the combined wisdom of all our lawyers helps every single client, and that every client can get in touch with us when they need to.
Practices Areas
Criminal Defense
Litigation
Personal Injury
Divorce and separation
DUI and DWI
Language
English
Contact
Reviews
I hired James for an unusual case and he was superb. He listened...REALLY listened, then he asked questions, presented multiple options and allowed me to make the decision on the course of action. Once I did, he methodically prepared prior to court. He compiled evidence, established timelines and culled the information according to how pertinent and impactful it would be. In court he was articulate and firm without being overly aggressive. During cross examination he showed how, when and where the plaintiff had lied. I received an outcome beyond what I hoped for. While the circumstances of hiring James were tough, his work was beyond reproach. I highly recommend him.
James helped me out with a criminal defense situation that was causing me a lot of anxiety. He explained the problems, gave me a range of options, and helped advise me on a way to resolve the case without major impact on my life.
I hired James for an unusual case and he was superb. He listened...REALLY listened, then he asked questions, presented multiple options and allowed me to make the decision on the course of action. Once I did, he methodically prepared prior to court. He compiled evidence, established timelines and culled the information according to how pertinent and impactful it would be. In court he was articulate and firm without being overly aggressive. During cross examination he showed how, when and where the plaintiff had lied. I received an outcome beyond what I hoped for. While the circumstances of hiring James were tough, his work was beyond reproach. I highly recommend him.
James helped me out with a criminal defense situation that was causing me a lot of anxiety. He explained the problems, gave me a range of options, and helped advise me on a way to resolve the case without major impact on my life.
I hired James for an unusual case and he was superb. He listened...REALLY listened, then he asked questions, presented multiple options and allowed me to make the decision on the course of action. Once I did, he methodically prepared prior to court. He compiled evidence, established timelines and culled the information according to how pertinent and impactful it would be. In court he was articulate and firm without being overly aggressive. During cross examination he showed how, when and where the plaintiff had lied. I received an outcome beyond what I hoped for. While the circumstances of hiring James were tough, his work was beyond reproach. I highly recommend him.
James helped me out with a criminal defense situation that was causing me a lot of anxiety. He explained the problems, gave me a range of options, and helped advise me on a way to resolve the case without major impact on my life.
I hired James for an unusual case and he was superb. He listened...REALLY listened, then he asked questions, presented multiple options and allowed me to make the decision on the course of action. Once I did, he methodically prepared prior to court. He compiled evidence, established timelines and culled the information according to how pertinent and impactful it would be. In court he was articulate and firm without being overly aggressive. During cross examination he showed how, when and where the plaintiff had lied. I received an outcome beyond what I hoped for. While the circumstances of hiring James were tough, his work was beyond reproach. I highly recommend him.
James helped me out with a criminal defense situation that was causing me a lot of anxiety. He explained the problems, gave me a range of options, and helped advise me on a way to resolve the case without major impact on my life.
I hired James for an unusual case and he was superb. He listened...REALLY listened, then he asked questions, presented multiple options and allowed me to make the decision on the course of action. Once I did, he methodically prepared prior to court. He compiled evidence, established timelines and culled the information according to how pertinent and impactful it would be. In court he was articulate and firm without being overly aggressive. During cross examination he showed how, when and where the plaintiff had lied. I received an outcome beyond what I hoped for. While the circumstances of hiring James were tough, his work was beyond reproach. I highly recommend him.
James helped me out with a criminal defense situation that was causing me a lot of anxiety. He explained the problems, gave me a range of options, and helped advise me on a way to resolve the case without major impact on my life.
I hired James for an unusual case and he was superb. He listened...REALLY listened, then he asked questions, presented multiple options and allowed me to make the decision on the course of action. Once I did, he methodically prepared prior to court. He compiled evidence, established timelines and culled the information according to how pertinent and impactful it would be. In court he was articulate and firm without being overly aggressive. During cross examination he showed how, when and where the plaintiff had lied. I received an outcome beyond what I hoped for. While the circumstances of hiring James were tough, his work was beyond reproach. I highly recommend him.
James helped me out with a criminal defense situation that was causing me a lot of anxiety. He explained the problems, gave me a range of options, and helped advise me on a way to resolve the case without major impact on my life.
I hired James for an unusual case and he was superb. He listened...REALLY listened, then he asked questions, presented multiple options and allowed me to make the decision on the course of action. Once I did, he methodically prepared prior to court. He compiled evidence, established timelines and culled the information according to how pertinent and impactful it would be. In court he was articulate and firm without being overly aggressive. During cross examination he showed how, when and where the plaintiff had lied. I received an outcome beyond what I hoped for. While the circumstances of hiring James were tough, his work was beyond reproach. I highly recommend him.
James helped me out with a criminal defense situation that was causing me a lot of anxiety. He explained the problems, gave me a range of options, and helped advise me on a way to resolve the case without major impact on my life.
I hired James for an unusual case and he was superb. He listened...REALLY listened, then he asked questions, presented multiple options and allowed me to make the decision on the course of action. Once I did, he methodically prepared prior to court. He compiled evidence, established timelines and culled the information according to how pertinent and impactful it would be. In court he was articulate and firm without being overly aggressive. During cross examination he showed how, when and where the plaintiff had lied. I received an outcome beyond what I hoped for. While the circumstances of hiring James were tough, his work was beyond reproach. I highly recommend him.
James helped me out with a criminal defense situation that was causing me a lot of anxiety. He explained the problems, gave me a range of options, and helped advise me on a way to resolve the case without major impact on my life.
I hired James for an unusual case and he was superb. He listened...REALLY listened, then he asked questions, presented multiple options and allowed me to make the decision on the course of action. Once I did, he methodically prepared prior to court. He compiled evidence, established timelines and culled the information according to how pertinent and impactful it would be. In court he was articulate and firm without being overly aggressive. During cross examination he showed how, when and where the plaintiff had lied. I received an outcome beyond what I hoped for. While the circumstances of hiring James were tough, his work was beyond reproach. I highly recommend him.
James helped me out with a criminal defense situation that was causing me a lot of anxiety. He explained the problems, gave me a range of options, and helped advise me on a way to resolve the case without major impact on my life.
I hired James for an unusual case and he was superb. He listened...REALLY listened, then he asked questions, presented multiple options and allowed me to make the decision on the course of action. Once I did, he methodically prepared prior to court. He compiled evidence, established timelines and culled the information according to how pertinent and impactful it would be. In court he was articulate and firm without being overly aggressive. During cross examination he showed how, when and where the plaintiff had lied. I received an outcome beyond what I hoped for. While the circumstances of hiring James were tough, his work was beyond reproach. I highly recommend him.
James helped me out with a criminal defense situation that was causing me a lot of anxiety. He explained the problems, gave me a range of options, and helped advise me on a way to resolve the case without major impact on my life.
I hired James for an unusual case and he was superb. He listened...REALLY listened, then he asked questions, presented multiple options and allowed me to make the decision on the course of action. Once I did, he methodically prepared prior to court. He compiled evidence, established timelines and culled the information according to how pertinent and impactful it would be. In court he was articulate and firm without being overly aggressive. During cross examination he showed how, when and where the plaintiff had lied. I received an outcome beyond what I hoped for. While the circumstances of hiring James were tough, his work was beyond reproach. I highly recommend him.
James helped me out with a criminal defense situation that was causing me a lot of anxiety. He explained the problems, gave me a range of options, and helped advise me on a way to resolve the case without major impact on my life.
I hired James for an unusual case and he was superb. He listened...REALLY listened, then he asked questions, presented multiple options and allowed me to make the decision on the course of action. Once I did, he methodically prepared prior to court. He compiled evidence, established timelines and culled the information according to how pertinent and impactful it would be. In court he was articulate and firm without being overly aggressive. During cross examination he showed how, when and where the plaintiff had lied. I received an outcome beyond what I hoped for. While the circumstances of hiring James were tough, his work was beyond reproach. I highly recommend him.
James helped me out with a criminal defense situation that was causing me a lot of anxiety. He explained the problems, gave me a range of options, and helped advise me on a way to resolve the case without major impact on my life.
I hired James for an unusual case and he was superb. He listened...REALLY listened, then he asked questions, presented multiple options and allowed me to make the decision on the course of action. Once I did, he methodically prepared prior to court. He compiled evidence, established timelines and culled the information according to how pertinent and impactful it would be. In court he was articulate and firm without being overly aggressive. During cross examination he showed how, when and where the plaintiff had lied. I received an outcome beyond what I hoped for. While the circumstances of hiring James were tough, his work was beyond reproach. I highly recommend him.
James helped me out with a criminal defense situation that was causing me a lot of anxiety. He explained the problems, gave me a range of options, and helped advise me on a way to resolve the case without major impact on my life.
I hired James for an unusual case and he was superb. He listened...REALLY listened, then he asked questions, presented multiple options and allowed me to make the decision on the course of action. Once I did, he methodically prepared prior to court. He compiled evidence, established timelines and culled the information according to how pertinent and impactful it would be. In court he was articulate and firm without being overly aggressive. During cross examination he showed how, when and where the plaintiff had lied. I received an outcome beyond what I hoped for. While the circumstances of hiring James were tough, his work was beyond reproach. I highly recommend him.
James helped me out with a criminal defense situation that was causing me a lot of anxiety. He explained the problems, gave me a range of options, and helped advise me on a way to resolve the case without major impact on my life.
I hired James for an unusual case and he was superb. He listened...REALLY listened, then he asked questions, presented multiple options and allowed me to make the decision on the course of action. Once I did, he methodically prepared prior to court. He compiled evidence, established timelines and culled the information according to how pertinent and impactful it would be. In court he was articulate and firm without being overly aggressive. During cross examination he showed how, when and where the plaintiff had lied. I received an outcome beyond what I hoped for. While the circumstances of hiring James were tough, his work was beyond reproach. I highly recommend him.
James helped me out with a criminal defense situation that was causing me a lot of anxiety. He explained the problems, gave me a range of options, and helped advise me on a way to resolve the case without major impact on my life.
I hired James for an unusual case and he was superb. He listened...REALLY listened, then he asked questions, presented multiple options and allowed me to make the decision on the course of action. Once I did, he methodically prepared prior to court. He compiled evidence, established timelines and culled the information according to how pertinent and impactful it would be. In court he was articulate and firm without being overly aggressive. During cross examination he showed how, when and where the plaintiff had lied. I received an outcome beyond what I hoped for. While the circumstances of hiring James were tough, his work was beyond reproach. I highly recommend him.
James helped me out with a criminal defense situation that was causing me a lot of anxiety. He explained the problems, gave me a range of options, and helped advise me on a way to resolve the case without major impact on my life.
I hired James for an unusual case and he was superb. He listened...REALLY listened, then he asked questions, presented multiple options and allowed me to make the decision on the course of action. Once I did, he methodically prepared prior to court. He compiled evidence, established timelines and culled the information according to how pertinent and impactful it would be. In court he was articulate and firm without being overly aggressive. During cross examination he showed how, when and where the plaintiff had lied. I received an outcome beyond what I hoped for. While the circumstances of hiring James were tough, his work was beyond reproach. I highly recommend him.
James helped me out with a criminal defense situation that was causing me a lot of anxiety. He explained the problems, gave me a range of options, and helped advise me on a way to resolve the case without major impact on my life.
I hired James for an unusual case and he was superb. He listened...REALLY listened, then he asked questions, presented multiple options and allowed me to make the decision on the course of action. Once I did, he methodically prepared prior to court. He compiled evidence, established timelines and culled the information according to how pertinent and impactful it would be. In court he was articulate and firm without being overly aggressive. During cross examination he showed how, when and where the plaintiff had lied. I received an outcome beyond what I hoped for. While the circumstances of hiring James were tough, his work was beyond reproach. I highly recommend him.
James helped me out with a criminal defense situation that was causing me a lot of anxiety. He explained the problems, gave me a range of options, and helped advise me on a way to resolve the case without major impact on my life.
I hired James for an unusual case and he was superb. He listened...REALLY listened, then he asked questions, presented multiple options and allowed me to make the decision on the course of action. Once I did, he methodically prepared prior to court. He compiled evidence, established timelines and culled the information according to how pertinent and impactful it would be. In court he was articulate and firm without being overly aggressive. During cross examination he showed how, when and where the plaintiff had lied. I received an outcome beyond what I hoped for. While the circumstances of hiring James were tough, his work was beyond reproach. I highly recommend him.
James helped me out with a criminal defense situation that was causing me a lot of anxiety. He explained the problems, gave me a range of options, and helped advise me on a way to resolve the case without major impact on my life.
I hired James for an unusual case and he was superb. He listened...REALLY listened, then he asked questions, presented multiple options and allowed me to make the decision on the course of action. Once I did, he methodically prepared prior to court. He compiled evidence, established timelines and culled the information according to how pertinent and impactful it would be. In court he was articulate and firm without being overly aggressive. During cross examination he showed how, when and where the plaintiff had lied. I received an outcome beyond what I hoped for. While the circumstances of hiring James were tough, his work was beyond reproach. I highly recommend him.
James helped me out with a criminal defense situation that was causing me a lot of anxiety. He explained the problems, gave me a range of options, and helped advise me on a way to resolve the case without major impact on my life.