Atty. John H. Perten

Atty. John H. Perten

John H. Perten is a lawyer practicing business litigation, construction law, arbitration and 2 other areas of law.

Boston Boston 40 yrs experience 40 year
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About John H. Perten at a glance

John H. Perten is a Shareholder based in Boston, Massachusetts, practicing at Sheehan Phinney Bass + Green Professional Association. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, construction, litigation, and adr. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1986) and U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts and U.S. Court of Appeals, First and Third Circuits (1987). Educated at Suffolk University (J.D., 1986) and Cornell University (B.A., 1981). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Boston and Massachusetts Bar Associations. Serands clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • John H. Perten is a lawyer practicing business litigation, construction law, arbitration and 2 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from Cornell University in 1981, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • John practices at Sheehan Phinney Bass + Green Professional Association in Boston, MA

Practice Areas Explained

John H. Perten's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John H. Perten 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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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Construction Law

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

John H. Perten is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Massachusetts →

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 H. Perten

Where is John H. Perten's law office located?
John H. Perten's law practice is located in Boston, Massachusetts. The firm is Sheehan Phinney Bass + Green Professional Association. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John H. Perten handle?
John H. Perten focuses on business, real estate, construction, litigation, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has John H. Perten practiced law?
John H. Perten has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did John H. Perten go to law school?
John H. Perten earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.A., 1981).
How can I contact John H. Perten for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John H. Perten received?
John H. Perten's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Suffolk University
- 1986
B.A.
Cornell University
- 1981

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1986
U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts and U.S. Court of Appeals, First and Third Circuits
Admitted: 1987

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