Atty. Peter Barrett Shapiro

Atty. Peter Barrett Shapiro

Peter Barrett Shapiro is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, commercial litigation, digital media content and 1 other area of law. Peter received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1991, and has been licensed for 17 years.

New York New York 17 yrs experience 17 year
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About Peter Barrett Shapiro at a glance

Peter Barrett Shapiro is an Associate based in New York, New York, practicing at Baker & Hostetler LLP. They have 17+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2009. Their practice focuses on business, ip, litigation, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in New York (2009) and U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (2010). Educated at Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law, Yeshiva University (J.D., 2008) and University of Michigan (B.A., 1991). Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Peter Barrett Shapiro is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, commercial litigation, digital media content and 1 other area of law
  • Peter received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1991, and has been licensed for 17 years
  • Peter practices at Baker & Hostetler LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Peter Barrett Shapiro's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Peter Barrett Shapiro handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

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Intellectual Property

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

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Civil Litigation

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Entertainment & Sports Law

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Jurisdictional Context

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Practicing law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in New York are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New York state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New York 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 New York courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Peter Barrett Shapiro

Where is Peter Barrett Shapiro's law office located?
Peter Barrett Shapiro's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Baker & Hostetler LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter Barrett Shapiro handle?
Peter Barrett Shapiro focuses on business, ip, litigation, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Peter Barrett Shapiro practiced law?
Peter Barrett Shapiro has 17+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2009.
Where did Peter Barrett Shapiro go to law school?
Peter Barrett Shapiro earned their education at (J.D., 2008); (B.A., 1991).
How can I contact Peter Barrett Shapiro for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law, Yeshiva University
- 2008
B.A.
University of Michigan
- 1991

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 2009
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 2010

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