Atty. Michael V. Dowd

Atty. Michael V. Dowd

Michael V. Dowd is a lawyer practicing litigation, patent litigation, privacy & data security and 1 other area of law.

Boston Boston 31 yrs experience 31 year
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About Michael V. Dowd at a glance

Michael V. Dowd is a Partner based in Boston, Massachusetts, practicing at Foley Hoag LLP. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on patent, securities, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts (1995). Educated at Columbia University School of Law (J.D., 1995) and Cornell University (B.S. Electrical, 1983). Active member of Boston Bar Association Intellectual Property Owners Association. Serands clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael V. Dowd is a lawyer practicing litigation, patent litigation, privacy & data security and 1 other area of law
  • Michael received a B.S. degree from Cornell University in 1983, and has been licensed for 31 years
  • Michael practices at Foley Hoag LLP in Boston, MA

Practice Areas Explained

Michael V. Dowd's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael V. Dowd handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Patent Law

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Securities Law

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Civil Litigation

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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

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Where is Michael V. Dowd's law office located?
Michael V. Dowd'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 Michael V. Dowd handle?
Michael V. Dowd focuses on patent, securities, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has Michael V. Dowd practiced law?
Michael V. Dowd has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did Michael V. Dowd go to law school?
Michael V. Dowd earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (B.S. Electrical, 1983).
How can I contact Michael V. Dowd for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Columbia University School of Law
- 1995
B.S. Electrical
Cornell University
- 1983

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts
Admitted: 1995

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