Atty. James Joseph Lopes

Atty. James Joseph Lopes

James Joseph Lopes is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, television, video and 2 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from Harvard College in 1974, and has been licensed for 48 years.

New Bedford New Bedford 48 yrs experience 48 year
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Profile Summary

About James Joseph Lopes at a glance

James Joseph Lopes is a V.P. based in New Bedford, Massachusetts. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on ip and entertainment. Admitted to practice in California (1978), New York (1985), and Massachusetts (2006). Educated at Harvard College (J.D., 1977) and Harvard College (B.A., 1974). Serands clients in New Bedford, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Joseph Lopes is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, television, video and 2 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Harvard College in 1974, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • James practices in New Bedford, MA

Practice Areas Explained

James Joseph Lopes's Areas of Practice

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

Intellectual Property

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

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Entertainment & Sports Law

Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.

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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 New Bedford 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 James Joseph Lopes

Where is James Joseph Lopes's law office located?
James Joseph Lopes's law practice is located in New Bedford, Massachusetts. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Joseph Lopes handle?
James Joseph Lopes focuses on ip, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has James Joseph Lopes practiced law?
James Joseph Lopes has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did James Joseph Lopes go to law school?
James Joseph Lopes earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.A., 1974).
How can I contact James Joseph Lopes for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Harvard College
- 1977
B.A.
Harvard College
- 1974

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1978
New York
Admitted: 1985
Massachusetts
Admitted: 2006

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