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Jamie L. Kessler is a principal in the Boston, Massachusetts, office of Jackson Lewis P.C. Her practice focuses on representing and defending employers in workplace legal issues, including preventive advice and counsel.

Prior to joining Jackson Lewis, Jamie worked in the Boston office of a Chicago-based law firm for more than three years as a litigator. During this time, Jamie represented employers before regulatory bodies, state, and federal courts. Jamie also represented legal, real estate, and insurance professionals in liability cases.

While attending law school, Jamie was a member of the Suffolk Journal of Trial and Appellate Advocacy and Appellate Competition Director of the Moot Court Honor Board. Jamie was named to the Dean’s List from 2008 – 2011, received the Best Oral Advocate Award and received the Suffolk University Jurisprudence Award in Secured Transactions.

Honors and Recognitions

  • The Best Lawyers in America©, “Litigation – Labor and Employment” (2025)
  • The Best Lawyers in America©, “Ones to Watch: Labor and Employment Law – Management” (2023-2025)
  • Massachusetts Super Lawyers®, "Rising Stars" (2016-present)

Credentials

Education
Suffolk University Law School
J.D.

cum laude

Gettysburg College
B.A.
Admitted to Practice
1st Circuit Court of Appeals
Massachusetts - D. Mass.
Massachusetts
Professional Associations and Activities
Boston Bar Association

Suffolk University Law School
J.D.

cum laude

Gettysburg College
B.A.

1st Circuit Court of Appeals
Massachusetts - D. Mass.
Massachusetts

Boston Bar Association