Atty. Benjamin M. Stern
Benjamin M. Stern is a partner in Nutter’s Litigation Department.
Commercial Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Boston, MA
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About Benjamin M. Stern at a Glance
Benjamin M. Stern is a business, ip, and litigation attorney based in Boston, Massachusetts, practicing at Nutter McClennen & Fish LLP. Educated at New York University (J.D., 2001). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Patent Law (2026). Serves clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Benjamin M. Stern
- Benjamin M. Stern is a partner in Nutter’s Litigation Department
- He focuses his practice on patent litigation and has extensive trial experience representing multinational and entrepreneurial companies in federal and state courts nationwide, as well before the U.S
- International Trade Commission (ITC) and in inter partes review (IPR) proceedings before the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB).With a strong background in both intellectual property litigation and complex commercial litigation, Ben assists clients in protecting and enforcing their rights
- Ben combines impressive courtroom experience with knowledge of complex technologies that allows him to translate sophisticated subject matter into understandable concepts for judges and juries
- He has represented numerous companies in patent litigations, including in the U.S
- District Courts for the Eastern District of Texas, District of Delaware, and Northern District of California. “Ben Stern at Nutter was our focal point throughout the case, and his steady hand and broad knowledge were invaluable
- He takes a long-term view of the big picture and strategically puts his clients in the right position to obtain a successful resolution.” – Paul Timmins, CEO Timmins Software Corp
Practice Areas Explained
Benjamin M. Stern's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Benjamin M. Stern handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Boston.
Business & Corporate Law in Boston
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Benjamin M. Stern is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Massachusetts →
Intellectual Property in Boston
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
Benjamin M. Stern is one of 105,285 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Massachusetts →
Civil Litigation in Boston
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Benjamin M. Stern is one of 450,750 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Massachusetts →
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Why Local Counsel Matters in Boston
Practicing law in Massachusetts. Legal matters in Massachusetts are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Boston are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Massachusetts state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Massachusetts brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Massachusetts courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Boston Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Boston-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Boston Choose Benjamin M. Stern
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Benjamin M. Stern's practice in the field of business, ip, and litigation.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, ip, and litigation, Benjamin M. Stern can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Boston
A Boston-based practice means Benjamin M. Stern attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Benjamin M. Stern Handles in Boston
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