Atty. Robert Frederickson III

Atty. Robert Frederickson III

Robert Frederickson, a partner in Goodwin’s IP Litigation practice and co-chair of the firm’s Life Sciences Disputes Sector, represents life sciences, technology and financial services companies in intellectual property litigation and complex commercial arbitrations. Mr.

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About Robert Frederickson III at a glance

Robert Frederickson III is a patent attorney based in Boston, Massachusetts, practicing at Goodwin. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts, Admitted. Educated at Boston College Law School (J.D., 2007) and George Washington University (B.S., 2004). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Patent (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Biotechnology and Life Sciences Practice (2026). Serands clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Robert Frederickson, a partner in Goodwin’s IP Litigation practice and co-chair of the firm’s Life Sciences Disputes Sector, represents life sciences, technology and financial services companies in intellectual property litigation and complex commercial arbitrations
  • Mr. Frederickson is an experienced, first chair trial attorney, having tried numerous cases to juries, judges, and arbitrators across the country
  • Mr. Frederickson also regularly advises life sciences, biotechnology, and technology companies on intellectual property matters outside of litigation
  • In this capacity, Mr. Frederickson advises life sciences and biotechnology companies faced with potential and actual IP disputes with partners, collaborators, suppliers, and vendors
  • Mr. Frederickson has broad experience representing a wide variety of companies — ranging from established hardware and software companies that built the Internet, to emerging technology companies seeking to disrupt market incumbents, and from innovators of new classes of drugs, to generic pharmaceutical companies seeking to bring affordable medication to the public
  • Mr. Frederickson also regularly works with Goodwin’s market-leading financial services practice to advise banks and financial services companies in IP matters and litigation, including as a member of the firm’s Fintech practice
  • Mr. Frederickson has been recognized as a “Key Lawyer” for patent litigation by The Legal 500
  • Mr. Frederickson was recognized in Benchmark Litigation’s 40 & Under Hot List 2021 and 2022
  • Mr. Frederickson also has been named a “Rising Star” in Super Lawyers magazine each year from 2013–2021, an award given to no more than 2.5% of eligible attorneys

Practice Areas Explained

Robert Frederickson III's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert Frederickson III handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Patent Law

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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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Where is Robert Frederickson III's law office located?
Robert Frederickson III'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 Robert Frederickson III handle?
Robert Frederickson III focuses on patent. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
Where did Robert Frederickson III go to law school?
Robert Frederickson III earned their education at (J.D., 2007); (B.S., 2004); (B.A., 2004).
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What awards or recognition has Robert Frederickson III received?
Robert Frederickson III's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Patent; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Biotechnology and Life Sciences Practice; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Boston College Law School
- 2007
B.S.
George Washington University
- 2004
B.A.
George Washington University
- 2004

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Patent
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Biotechnology and Life Sciences Practice
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts, Admitted

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