Atty. David R. Pierson

Atty. David R. Pierson

David R. Pierson is a lawyer practicing business, intellectual property, international law and 7 other areas of law.

Boston Boston 48 yrs experience 48 year
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About David R. Pierson at a glance

David R. Pierson is a Partner based in Boston, Massachusetts, practicing at Foley Hoag LLP. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on business, ip, m&a, energy, and international. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts U.S. Court of Appeals First Circ (1978). Educated at Harvard Law School (J.D., 1978) and Yale College (A.B., 1973). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of American Bar Association Massachusetts Bar Association Boston Bar Association. Serands clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • David R. Pierson is a lawyer practicing business, intellectual property, international law and 7 other areas of law
  • David received a A.B. degree from Yale College in 1973, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • David practices at Foley Hoag LLP in Boston, MA

Practice Areas Explained

David R. Pierson's Areas of Practice

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

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.

David R. Pierson is one of 106,079 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Massachusetts →

Mergers & Acquisitions

David R. Pierson is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Massachusetts →

Energy & Utilities Law

Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.

David R. Pierson is one of 36,230 energy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse energy attorneys in Massachusetts →

International Law

International law attorneys for cross-border transactions, trade, foreign investment, and treaties.

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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 David R. Pierson

Where is David R. Pierson's law office located?
David R. Pierson'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 David R. Pierson handle?
David R. Pierson focuses on business, ip, m&a, energy, international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has David R. Pierson practiced law?
David R. Pierson has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did David R. Pierson go to law school?
David R. Pierson earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (A.B., 1973).
How can I contact David R. Pierson for a consultation?
You can contact David R. Pierson 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 David R. Pierson received?
David R. Pierson's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Harvard Law School
- 1978
A.B.
Yale College
- 1973

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts U.S. Court of Appeals First Circ
Admitted: 1978

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