Atty. Robert Laurie Birnbaum

Atty. Robert Laurie Birnbaum

Robert Laurie Birnbaum is a lawyer practicing corporate finance & securities, entrepreneurial services, hedge funds and 5 other areas of law. Robert received a A.B. degree from Harvard College, and has been licensed for 57 years.

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Profile Summary

About Robert Laurie Birnbaum at a glance

Robert Laurie Birnbaum is a Partner based in Boston, Massachusetts, practicing at Foley Hoag LLP. They have 57+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1969. Their practice focuses on business, ip, and m&a. Admitted to practice in California (1969), Massachusetts U.S. Bankruptcy Court District of Massachusetts U.S. Tax Court (1969), and Delaware (2006). Educated at Harvard Law School (J.D., 1968) and Harvard College A.B. magna cum laude Harvard College A.B. Phi Beta Kappa (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Robert Laurie Birnbaum is a lawyer practicing corporate finance & securities, entrepreneurial services, hedge funds and 5 other areas of law
  • Robert received a A.B. degree from Harvard College, and has been licensed for 57 years
  • Robert practices at Foley Hoag LLP in Boston, MA

Practice Areas Explained

Robert Laurie Birnbaum's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert Laurie Birnbaum 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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Intellectual Property

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

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Robert Laurie Birnbaum 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 Robert Laurie Birnbaum

Where is Robert Laurie Birnbaum's law office located?
Robert Laurie Birnbaum'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 Robert Laurie Birnbaum handle?
Robert Laurie Birnbaum focuses on business, ip, m&a. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has Robert Laurie Birnbaum practiced law?
Robert Laurie Birnbaum has 57+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1969.
Where did Robert Laurie Birnbaum go to law school?
Robert Laurie Birnbaum earned their education at (J.D., 1968); (—).
How can I contact Robert Laurie Birnbaum for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Robert Laurie Birnbaum received?
Robert Laurie Birnbaum's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Harvard Law School
- 1968
Harvard College A.B. magna cum laude Harvard College A.B. Phi Beta Kappa
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Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1969
Massachusetts U.S. Bankruptcy Court District of Massachusetts U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1969
Delaware
Admitted: 2006

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