Atty. Joseph J. Laferrera

Atty. Joseph J. Laferrera

Joseph J. Laferrera is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, litigation, employment law and 1 other area of law.

Boston Boston 33 yrs experience 33 year
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Profile Summary

About Joseph J. Laferrera at a glance

Joseph J. Laferrera is a Partner based in Boston, Massachusetts, practicing at Gesmer Updegrove LLP. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on employment, ip, securities, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1993). Educated at Boston University School of Law (J.D., 1993) and Dartmouth College (B.A. Computer, 1988). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Joseph J. Laferrera is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, litigation, employment law and 1 other area of law
  • Joseph received a B.A. degree from Dartmouth College in 1988, and has been licensed for 33 years
  • Joseph practices at Gesmer Updegrove LLP in Boston, MA

Practice Areas Explained

Joseph J. Laferrera's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Intellectual Property

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

Joseph J. Laferrera is one of 106,079 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Massachusetts →

Securities Law

Joseph J. Laferrera is one of 64,529 securities attorneys indexed nationally. Browse securities attorneys in Massachusetts →

Civil Litigation

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

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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 Joseph J. Laferrera

Where is Joseph J. Laferrera's law office located?
Joseph J. Laferrera's law practice is located in Boston, Massachusetts. The firm is Gesmer Updegrove LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joseph J. Laferrera handle?
Joseph J. Laferrera focuses on employment, ip, securities, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has Joseph J. Laferrera practiced law?
Joseph J. Laferrera has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did Joseph J. Laferrera go to law school?
Joseph J. Laferrera earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (B.A. Computer, 1988).
How can I contact Joseph J. Laferrera for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Joseph J. Laferrera received?
Joseph J. Laferrera's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Boston University School of Law
- 1993
B.A. Computer
Dartmouth College
- 1988

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1993

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