Atty. Mark H. Burnett

Atty. Mark H. Burnett

Mark Burnett, a partner in the firm's Corporate, Private Equity, M&A/Corporate Governance and Technology Companies groups, focuses primarily on business, corporate and securities law matters, mergers and acquisitions, buyouts, and corporate finance and venture capital transactions. His clients include public and private companies in a range of industries (including software, Internet services, telecommunications services, healthcare services and water purification), venture capital and private equity firms, and investment banks.

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Profile Summary

About Mark H. Burnett at a glance

Mark H. Burnett is a business and m&a attorney based in Boston, Massachusetts, practicing at Goodwin. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts, Admitted. Educated at George Washington University (J.D., 1983) and Union College (Schenectady) (B.A., 1980). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Serands clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mark Burnett, a partner in the firm's Corporate, Private Equity, M&A/Corporate Governance and Technology Companies groups, focuses primarily on business, corporate and securities law matters, mergers and acquisitions, buyouts, and corporate finance and venture capital transactions
  • His clients include public and private companies in a range of industries (including software, Internet services, telecommunications services, healthcare services and water purification), venture capital and private equity firms, and investment banks

Practice Areas Explained

Mark H. Burnett's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mark H. Burnett 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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Mergers & Acquisitions

Mark H. Burnett is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a 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 Mark H. Burnett

Where is Mark H. Burnett's law office located?
Mark H. Burnett'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 Mark H. Burnett handle?
Mark H. Burnett focuses on business, m&a. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
Where did Mark H. Burnett go to law school?
Mark H. Burnett earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.A., 1980).
How can I contact Mark H. Burnett for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Mark H. Burnett received?
Mark H. Burnett's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law; Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Leveraged Buyouts and Private Equity Law.

Education

J.D.
George Washington University
- 1983
B.A.
Union College (Schenectady)
- 1980

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Leveraged Buyouts and Private Equity Law
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts, Admitted

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