Atty. Kevin J. Canning

Atty. Kevin J. Canning

Kevin Canning is Counsel in the Technology and Life Sciences groups, and Medtech practice at Goodwin. Mr.

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About Kevin J. Canning at a glance

Kevin J. Canning is a ip attorney based in Boston, Massachusetts, practicing at Goodwin. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts, Admitted, Washington, Admitted, and Georgia, Admitted. Educated at University of Georgia (J.D., 1988) and Georgia Institute of Technology (B.S., 1985). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Patent Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property (2026). Serands clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Kevin Canning is Counsel in the Technology and Life Sciences groups, and Medtech practice at Goodwin
  • Mr. Canning concentrates his legal practice in representing medical technology and software technology clients
  • Mr. Canning has extensive experience with patent matters for a wide range of technologies
  • He assists clients with the development and management of their patent portfolios and provides client counseling

Practice Areas Explained

Kevin J. Canning's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Kevin J. Canning 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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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 Kevin J. Canning

Where is Kevin J. Canning's law office located?
Kevin J. Canning's law practice is located in Boston, Massachusetts. The firm is Goodwin. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Kevin J. Canning handle?
Kevin J. Canning focuses on ip. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
Where did Kevin J. Canning go to law school?
Kevin J. Canning earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (B.S., 1985).
How can I contact Kevin J. Canning for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Kevin J. Canning received?
Kevin J. Canning's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Patent Law; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
University of Georgia
- 1988
B.S.
Georgia Institute of Technology
- 1985

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Patent Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts, Admitted
Washington, Admitted
Georgia, Admitted

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