Atty. Claire Laporte

Atty. Claire Laporte

Claire Laporte is a lawyer practicing patent litigation, licensing & strategic alliances, business & commercial disputes and 6 other areas of law. Claire received a A.B. degree from Princeton University Woodrow Wilson School of International and Public Affairs, and has been licensed for 36 years.

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Profile Summary

About Claire Laporte at a glance

Claire Laporte is a Partner based in Boston, Massachusetts, practicing at Foley Hoag LLP. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on patent, business, ip, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts U.S. District Court for the West (1990). Educated at Harvard University Law School (JD, 1989) and Princeton University Woodrow Wilson School of International and Public Affairs A.B. summa cum laude Princeton University Woodrow Wilson School of International and Public Affairs A.B. 1982 Cl (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Boston Bar Association. Serands clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Claire Laporte is a lawyer practicing patent litigation, licensing & strategic alliances, business & commercial disputes and 6 other areas of law
  • Claire received a A.B. degree from Princeton University Woodrow Wilson School of International and Public Affairs, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • Claire practices at Foley Hoag LLP in Boston, MA

Practice Areas Explained

Claire Laporte's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Claire Laporte handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Patent Law

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Intellectual Property

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

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Civil Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Massachusetts

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 andnue, 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Claire Laporte

Where is Claire Laporte's law office located?
Claire Laporte's law practice is located in Boston, Massachusetts. The firm is Foley Hoag LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Claire Laporte handle?
Claire Laporte focuses on patent, business, ip, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has Claire Laporte practiced law?
Claire Laporte has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did Claire Laporte go to law school?
Claire Laporte earned their education at (JD, 1989); (—).
How can I contact Claire Laporte for a consultation?
You can contact Claire Laporte directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Claire Laporte received?
Claire Laporte's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

JD
Harvard University Law School
- 1989
Princeton University Woodrow Wilson School of International and Public Affairs A.B. summa cum laude Princeton University Woodrow Wilson School of International and Public Affairs A.B. 1982 Cl
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Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts U.S. District Court for the West
Admitted: 1990

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