Atty. Joel R. Leeman

Atty. Joel R. Leeman

Joel R. Leeman is a lawyer practicing intellectual property litigation, patent litigation, trade secret litigation and 2 other areas of law.

Boston Boston 43 yrs experience 43 year
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Profile Summary

About Joel R. Leeman at a glance

Joel R. Leeman is a Partner based in Boston, Massachusetts, practicing at Sunstein Kann Murphy & Timbers LLP. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on patent, trademark, business, ip, and trade secrets. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1983), U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts and U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit (1984), and U.S. Supreme Court (1989). Educated at Harvard Law School (J.D., 1983) and Brandeis University (B.A., 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Professional and Community Involvement •Active participant in early-education literacy programs in Boston public schools, •Has played in a softball double-header every Sunday of the spring, summer and fall for over 30 years, and •Formerly an instructor of advanced Hebrew language at Brandeis while pursuing his graduate studies. Serands clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Joel R. Leeman is a lawyer practicing intellectual property litigation, patent litigation, trade secret litigation and 2 other areas of law
  • Joel received a B.A. degree from Brandeis University in 1975, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • Joel practices at Sunstein Kann Murphy & Timbers LLP in Boston, MA

Practice Areas Explained

Joel R. Leeman's Areas of Practice

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

Patent Law

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Trademark 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.

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

Trade Secrets

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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 Joel R. Leeman

Where is Joel R. Leeman's law office located?
Joel R. Leeman's law practice is located in Boston, Massachusetts. The firm is Sunstein Kann Murphy & Timbers LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joel R. Leeman handle?
Joel R. Leeman focuses on patent, trademark, business, ip, trade secrets. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has Joel R. Leeman practiced law?
Joel R. Leeman has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did Joel R. Leeman go to law school?
Joel R. Leeman earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.A., 1975).
How can I contact Joel R. Leeman for a consultation?
You can contact Joel R. Leeman 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 Joel R. Leeman received?
Joel R. Leeman's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Harvard Law School
- 1983
B.A.
Brandeis University
- 1975

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1983
U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts and U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit
Admitted: 1984
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1989

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