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John W. Ott
Associate Attorney
John is an associate attorney at Parenteau & O’Hara, P.C., where he focuses on all aspects of the firm’s subrogation practice. His work is especially centered on post-judgment actions that support the recovery of unpaid judgments, contributing directly to the firm’s mission of maximizing client recoveries.
Before joining P&O, John built his legal foundation representing national banks and debt buyers in creditor’s rights matters. He was responsible for handling contested litigation across Massachusetts and gained extensive experience defending claims involving consumer protection regulations. His background provides him with a strong understanding of litigation strategy and regulatory compliance, which he brings to his current subrogation practice.
John holds a J.D. from New England Law | Boston and a B.A. in History from Salem State University. He is admitted to practice in the Massachusetts State Bar and the U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts.
Beyond the office, John enjoys spending his weekends in New Hampshire and Cape Cod, appreciating the balance between professional dedication and personal downtime.

Education
- Law school and undergraduate degrees:
New England Law | Boston, Boston, MA
Salem State University, Salem MA: B.A. History
Bar admissions - Massachusetts State Bar
- U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts
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