Atty. John Andrew Shope

Atty. John Andrew Shope

John Andrew Shope is a lawyer practicing white collar crime, advertising & marketing, business & commercial disputes and 5 other areas of law. John received a degree from Leningrad State University, and has been licensed for 35 years.

Boston Boston 35 yrs experience 35 year
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Profile Summary

About John Andrew Shope at a glance

John Andrew Shope is a Partner based in Boston, Massachusetts, practicing at Foley Hoag LLP. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on business, white collar, litigation, entertainment, and energy. Admitted to practice in Connecticut (1991), Massachusetts Supreme Court of the United States U.S. Court of Appeals First Circuit U.S. Court of A (1992), and New York (2017). Educated at University of Chicago Law School (J.D., 1991) and Leningrad State University Certificate Leningrad State University 1986 Amherst College (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Boston Bar Association (Member and Past Co-Chair, Class Action Committee) American Arbitration Association (Arbitrator) Northeast Energy and Commerce Association Energy Bar Association. Serands clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John Andrew Shope is a lawyer practicing white collar crime, advertising & marketing, business & commercial disputes and 5 other areas of law
  • John received a degree from Leningrad State University, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • John practices at Foley Hoag LLP in Boston, MA

Practice Areas Explained

John Andrew Shope's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Andrew Shope 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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White Collar Crimes

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Civil Litigation

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Entertainment & Sports Law

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Energy & Utilities Law

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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 John Andrew Shope

Where is John Andrew Shope's law office located?
John Andrew Shope'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 John Andrew Shope handle?
John Andrew Shope focuses on business, white collar, litigation, entertainment, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has John Andrew Shope practiced law?
John Andrew Shope has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did John Andrew Shope go to law school?
John Andrew Shope earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (—).
How can I contact John Andrew Shope for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John Andrew Shope received?
John Andrew Shope's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Chicago Law School
- 1991
Leningrad State University Certificate Leningrad State University 1986 Amherst College
- In Progress

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Connecticut
Admitted: 1991
Massachusetts Supreme Court of the United States U.S. Court of Appeals First Circuit U.S. Court of A
Admitted: 1992
New York
Admitted: 2017

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