Atty. Gerald Altman
Gerald Altman is a lawyer practicing patent & trademark law, copyright law, licensing and 1 other area of law. Gerald received a S.B. degree from Boston University in 1943, and has been licensed for 77 years.
Copyright Law & More Attorney · Serving Boston, MA · 77+ Years Experience
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About Gerald Altman at a Glance
Gerald Altman is a trademark, copyright, ip, and litigation attorney based in Boston, Massachusetts. They have 77+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1949. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1949), District of Columbia registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (1951), and U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts and U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (1951). Educated at Boston University (J.D., 1949) and Boston University (S.B. George, 1943). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Gerald Altman
- Gerald Altman is a lawyer practicing patent & trademark law, copyright law, licensing and 1 other area of law
- Gerald received a S.B. degree from Boston University in 1943, and has been licensed for 77 years
- Gerald practices in Boston, MA
Practice Areas Explained
Gerald Altman's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Gerald Altman handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Boston.
Trademark Law in Boston
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Copyright Law in Boston
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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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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Boston Choose Gerald Altman
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 Gerald Altman's practice in the field of trademark, copyright, ip, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Gerald Altman brings 77+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Massachusetts, District of Columbia registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, and U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts and U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit, Gerald Altman can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trademark, copyright, and ip, Gerald Altman 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 Gerald Altman 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 Gerald Altman Handles in Boston
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