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Ulysses Jacks, Construction Attorney in Boston, Massachusetts

Over 55 years of legal practice · focused on Construction, Employment, and Personal Injury

Dep. Chief Coun., MA Hwy. Dept.

Boston, MA

Practicing construction in Boston since 1971.

55+
Years practicing
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Ulysses Jacks is a dep. chief coun., ma hwy. dept. based in Boston, MA. The practice focuses on Construction, Employment, and Personal Injury. Ulysses has over 55 years of legal experience.

Based in
Boston, MA
Experience
over 55 years
Known for
Construction · Employment · Personal Injury
  • Handles Construction, Employment, and Personal Injury matters from Boston, MA.
  • Over 55 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Ulysses Jacks: Ulysses Jacks is a dep. chief coun., ma hwy. dept. based in Boston, MA. The practice focuses on Construction, Employment, and Personal Injury. Ulysses has over 55 years of legal experience.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Ulysses takes on

Ulysses concentrates on construction, employment, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Ulysses handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Construction cases in Boston, Massachusetts

Ulysses takes construction 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 Ulysses agrees to represent you.

Employment cases in Boston, Massachusetts

Ulysses 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 Ulysses agrees to represent you.

Personal Injury cases in Boston, Massachusetts

Ulysses takes personal injury 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 Ulysses agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Ulysses Jacks — construction lawyer in Boston

Ulysses Jacks is a dep. chief coun., ma hwy. dept. based in Boston, MA. The practice focuses on Construction, Employment, and Personal Injury. Ulysses has over 55 years of legal experience.

Ulysses Jacks is a lawyer practicing personal injury, construction law, labor and employment. Ulysses received a B.S. degree from Virginia Union University in 1959, and has been licensed for 55 years. Ulysses practices in Boston, MA.

Working with Ulysses on a construction matter

Ulysses Jacks is a lawyer practicing personal injury, construction law, labor and employment. Ulysses received a B.S. degree from Virginia Union University in 1959, and has been licensed for 55 years. Ulysses practices in Boston, MA.

Clients Ulysses works with

Ulysses reviews new inquiries case-by-case for construction, employment, and personal injury matters in Boston and the surrounding Massachusetts area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • Howard University

    J.D. · 1970

  • Virginia Union University

    B.S. · 1959

Jurisdictions

Ulysses's state bar admissions

  • Massachusetts

    1971 · ACTIVE

Ulysses studied at J.D. in Howard University and B.S. in Virginia Union University.

Law school and academic background

Ulysses completed J.D. in Howard University and B.S. in Virginia Union University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Ulysses runs in Massachusetts is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Locations

Ulysses Jacks's office in Boston

Ulysses's primary office is at 10 Park Plz Rm 3542, Boston, MA, 02116-3933. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

10 Park Plz Rm 3542

Boston, MA 02116-3933

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Hiring guide

How to hire Ulysses Jacks — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new construction attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Ulysses usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Ulysses charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Ulysses'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; Ulysses will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a construction attorney in Boston, Massachusetts

A short list to run through before you commit: How many construction 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 Ulysses

Ulysses discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in construction practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every construction 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. Ulysses confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Ulysses's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many construction practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Ulysses Jacks

  • How much does it cost to hire Ulysses for a construction case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Ulysses walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Ulysses offer a free consultation?

    Ulysses charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Ulysses's office. Some construction attorneys offer free consults — check Ulysses's current terms during booking.

  • How long do construction cases in Massachusetts typically take?

    Simple construction 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. Ulysses gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Ulysses take my case if I'm outside Boston?

    Ulysses 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 — Ulysses 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 Ulysses?

    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. Ulysses will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Ulysses accepting new construction clients right now?

    Ulysses's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

Construction attorneys serving Boston, Cambridge and Worcester in Massachusetts

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