Atty. Peter D McDermott
Peter D McDermott is a lawyer practicing counseling, opinions & licensing, litigation and 4 other areas of law. Peter received a B.S. degree from Worcester Polytechnic Institute in 1973, and has been licensed for 48 years.
Counseling & More Attorney · Serving Boston, MA · 48+ Years Experience
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About Peter D McDermott at a Glance
Peter D McDermott is a patent, ip, trade secrets, litigation, and health care attorney based in Boston, Massachusetts. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1978) and Michigan U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit U.S. District Court for the District of Massa (1982). Educated at Suffolk University (J.D., 1978) and Worcester Polytechnic Institute (B.S., 1973). Recognitions include CV Notable. Serves clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Peter D McDermott
- Peter D McDermott is a lawyer practicing counseling, opinions & licensing, litigation and 4 other areas of law
- Peter received a B.S. degree from Worcester Polytechnic Institute in 1973, and has been licensed for 48 years
- Peter practices in Boston, MA
Practice Areas Explained
Peter D McDermott's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Peter D McDermott handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Boston.
Patent Law in Boston
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Intellectual Property in Boston
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
Peter D McDermott is one of 105,285 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Massachusetts →
Trade Secrets in Boston
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Civil Litigation in Boston
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Peter D McDermott is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Massachusetts →
Health Care Law in Boston
Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.
Peter D McDermott is one of 66,157 health care attorneys indexed nationally. Browse health care attorneys in Massachusetts →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Boston
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 venue, 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.
Boston Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Boston-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Boston Choose Peter D McDermott
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Peter D McDermott's practice in the field of patent, ip, trade secrets, litigation, and health care.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Peter D McDermott brings 48+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Massachusetts and Michigan U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit U.S. District Court for the District of Massa, Peter D McDermott can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering patent, ip, and trade secrets, Peter D McDermott can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Boston
A Boston-based practice means Peter D McDermott attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Peter D McDermott Handles in Boston
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