Gary Jay Oberstein, Employment Attorney in Boston, Massachusetts
Over 37 years of legal practice · focused on Employment, Health Care, and Sexual Harassment · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
PartneratNixon Peabody LLP
Boston, MA
Practicing employment in Boston since 1989.
- 37+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Gary Jay Oberstein is a partner based in Boston, MA. The practice focuses on Employment, Health Care, and Sexual Harassment. Gary has over 37 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Nixon Peabody LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Boston, MA
- Experience
- over 37 years
- Known for
- Employment · Health Care · Sexual Harassment
- Handles Employment, Health Care, and Sexual Harassment matters from Boston, MA.
- Over 37 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Gary Jay Oberstein: Gary Jay Oberstein is a partner based in Boston, MA. The practice focuses on Employment, Health Care, and Sexual Harassment. Gary has over 37 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Nixon Peabody LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Gary Jay Oberstein
Gary concentrates on employment, health care, and sexual harassment. Each area below outlines the kind of case Gary handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment
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Health Care
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Sexual Harassment
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Employment cases in Boston, Massachusetts
Gary takes employment matters in Boston, Massachusetts. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Gary agrees to represent you.
Health Care cases in Boston, Massachusetts
Gary takes health care matters in Boston, Massachusetts. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Gary agrees to represent you.
Sexual Harassment cases in Boston, Massachusetts
Gary takes sexual harassment matters in Boston, Massachusetts. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Gary agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Gary Jay Oberstein — Over 37 years of Massachusetts employment experience
Gary Jay Oberstein is a partner based in Boston, MA. The practice focuses on Employment, Health Care, and Sexual Harassment. Gary has over 37 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Nixon Peabody LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Gary Jay Oberstein is a lawyer practicing sexual harassment, health care, labor and employment. Gary received a A.B. degree from Vassar College in 1986, and has been licensed for 37 years. Gary practices at Nixon Peabody LLP in Boston, MA.
Gary's approach to employment cases
Gary Jay Oberstein is a lawyer practicing sexual harassment, health care, labor and employment. Gary received a A.B. degree from Vassar College in 1986, and has been licensed for 37 years. Gary practices at Nixon Peabody LLP in Boston, MA.
Who Gary represents
Gary reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment, health care, and sexual harassment matters in Boston and the surrounding Massachusetts area.
Credentials
Gary Jay Oberstein's legal education and bar admissions
Boston College Law School
J.D. · 1989
Vassar College
A.B. · 1986
Jurisdictions
Gary's state bar admissions
Massachusetts
1989 · ACTIVE
Gary studied at J.D. in Boston College Law School and A.B. in Vassar College.
Law school and academic background
Gary completed J.D. in Boston College Law School and A.B. in Vassar College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Gary runs in Massachusetts is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Gary Jay Oberstein
Gary has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Locations
Gary Jay Oberstein's office in Boston
Gary's primary office is at Exchange Place, 53 State Street, Boston, MA, 02109. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Gary Jay Oberstein — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Gary. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing employment attorneys in Boston.
5.0
1 client review
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How to hire Gary Jay Oberstein — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Gary usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Gary charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Gary's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Gary will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a employment attorney in Boston, Massachusetts
A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Gary
Gary discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in employment practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every employment matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Gary confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Gary's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Gary Jay Oberstein
How much does it cost to hire Gary for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Gary walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Gary offer a free consultation?
Gary charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Gary's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Gary's current terms during booking.
How long do employment cases in Massachusetts typically take?
Simple employment matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Gary gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Gary take my case if I'm outside Boston?
Gary is licensed in Massachusetts. Matters governed by Massachusetts law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Gary will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Gary?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Gary will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Gary accepting new employment clients right now?
Gary's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Employment attorneys serving Boston, Cambridge and Worcester in Massachusetts
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