Atty. Christopher H. Centurelli

Atty. Christopher H. Centurelli

Christopher H. Centurelli is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, ip litigation, ip procurement and portfolio management.

Boston Boston 28 yrs experience 28 year
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Intellectual Property & More Attorney · Serving Boston, MA · 28+ Years Experience

Profile Summary

About Christopher H. Centurelli at a Glance

Christopher H. Centurelli is a Partner based in Boston, Massachusetts, practicing at K&L Gates LLP. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on ip and litigation. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts U.S. Court of Appeals, First and Federa (1998). Educated at Boston College Law School (J.D., 1998) and Tufts University College of Engineering B.S. Computer Engineering Tufts University College of Engineering B.S. magna cum laude 1995 (—). Serves clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About Christopher H. Centurelli

  • Christopher H. Centurelli is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, ip litigation, ip procurement and portfolio management
  • Christopher received a B.S. degree from Tufts University College of Engineering, and has been licensed for 28 years
  • Christopher practices at K&L Gates LLP in Boston, MA

Practice Areas Explained

Christopher H. Centurelli's Areas of Legal Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Christopher H. Centurelli handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Boston.

Intellectual Property in Boston

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

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Civil Litigation in Boston

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Jurisdictional Context

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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Frequently Asked

Common Questions About Christopher H. Centurelli

Where is Christopher H. Centurelli's law office located?
Christopher H. Centurelli's law practice is located in Boston, Massachusetts. The firm is K&L Gates LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Christopher H. Centurelli handle?
Christopher H. Centurelli focuses on ip, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has Christopher H. Centurelli practiced law?
Christopher H. Centurelli has 28+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1998.
Where did Christopher H. Centurelli go to law school?
Christopher H. Centurelli earned their education at (J.D., 1998); (—).
How can I contact Christopher H. Centurelli for a consultation?
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Professional Profile

Why Clients in Boston Choose Christopher H. Centurelli

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 Christopher H. Centurelli's practice in the field of ip and litigation.

Decade-Tested Legal Experience

Christopher H. Centurelli brings 28+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.

Broad Practice Area Coverage

Covering ip and litigation, Christopher H. Centurelli 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 Christopher H. Centurelli attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.

Case Types

Common Legal Issues Christopher H. Centurelli Handles in Boston

Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Christopher H. Centurelli has experience with under Massachusetts law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.

Trademark registration
IP
Copyright infringement defense
IP
Patent prosecution
IP
Trade secret protection
IP

This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Christopher H. Centurelli directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.

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Christopher H. Centurelli's Practice Areas & Specializations

Education & Law School Background

J.D.
Boston College Law School
- 1998
—
Tufts University College of Engineering B.S. Computer Engineering Tufts University College of Engineering B.S. magna cum laude 1995
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Bar Admissions & Licensed Jurisdictions

Massachusetts U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts U.S. Court of Appeals, First and Federa
Admitted: 1998

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