Boston, Massachusetts

Legal Counsel You Can Actually Trust

For over 20 years, Sterling & Cole Law has represented individuals and businesses across corporate law, litigation, real estate, and family law — with the kind of direct communication most firms promise and few deliver.

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20+

Years in Practice

1,200+

Cases Resolved

96%

Client Satisfaction

Practice Areas

Attorneys from Sterling & Cole Law meeting with a client in a modern office

About the Firm

Straightforward Advice, Rigorous Representation

Sterling & Cole Law was founded in 2004 on a simple premise: clients deserve lawyers who explain things plainly and fight for outcomes, not billable hours. Today our team of eight attorneys handles matters ranging from small business formation to complex commercial litigation.

Licensed in Massachusetts, New York, and Connecticut
Member, American Bar Association
Flat-fee options available for defined-scope matters

What We Handle

Practice Areas

Corporate Law

Entity formation, contracts, mergers & acquisitions, and ongoing counsel for growing businesses.

Litigation

Civil litigation, contract disputes, and appellate representation from filing through trial.

Real Estate

Residential and commercial transactions, title review, leasing, and zoning matters.

Family Law

Divorce, custody, adoption, and prenuptial agreements handled with discretion and care.

How It Works

Our Process

Free Consultation

We listen to your situation and outline your options at no cost.

Case Strategy

Your attorney builds a clear plan with timeline and cost expectations.

Representation

We handle negotiations, filings, and court appearances on your behalf.

Resolution

We keep you informed until your matter is fully resolved.

Transparent Pricing

Fees & Packages

Clear pricing for common matters. Complex or ongoing work is quoted after your free consultation.

Business Formation

LLC or corporation setup, operating agreement, EIN filing.

$950

flat fee

State filing included
Custom operating agreement
1 follow-up consultation

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Most Requested

Contract Review

Line-by-line review with redlines and a plain-English risk summary.

$450

flat fee, per contract

48-hour turnaround
Written risk summary
One round of revisions

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Litigation & Representation

Ongoing counsel for disputes, hearings, and trial preparation.

$325

per hour

Dedicated attorney
Itemized monthly billing
Case cost estimate upfront

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Family law and real estate matters are quoted individually based on scope — ask about flat-fee options during your free consultation.

Meet the Team

Our Attorneys

Margaret Cole

Founding Partner, Corporate Law

20 years advising businesses on formation, contracts, and M&A.

David Sterling

Founding Partner, Litigation

Trial attorney with a record of favorable jury and bench verdicts.

Priya Nair

Senior Associate, Family Law

Focuses on custody and divorce matters with a low-conflict approach.

Client Stories

What Clients Say

Margaret walked us through our LLC formation in plain English and caught two contract issues our accountant missed. Worth every dollar.

Jonathan Reyes, Small Business Owner

David got our contract dispute resolved before trial, saving us months and a lot of stress. Direct, responsive, and honest about the odds the whole way.

Elena Marsh, Operations Director

Priya handled our custody arrangement with real compassion for how hard it was on our kids. We ended up with an outcome everyone could live with.

Sam Whitfield, Client

Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the initial consultation really free?

Yes. The first 30-minute consultation is free with no obligation to retain us afterward.

Do you offer flat-fee billing?

For well-defined matters like LLC formation or standard contract review, yes. Litigation is typically billed hourly, and we'll walk you through the estimate before you commit.

Which states are you licensed in?

Massachusetts, New York, and Connecticut. We can often refer trusted colleagues for matters outside these states.

How quickly will you respond to me?

We aim to respond to all client communications within one business day.

Ready to Discuss Your Case?

Reach out today for a free, no-obligation consultation with one of our attorneys.

Call (555) 555-0142

Get In Touch

Schedule Your Free Consultation

400 Market Street, Suite 1200
Boston, MA 02108

(555) 555-0142

contact@sterlingcolelaw.example