Atty. Steven A. Kaufman

Atty. Steven A. Kaufman

Steven A. Kaufman is a lawyer practicing litigation, intellectual property, government contracts.

Boston Boston 45 yrs experience 45 year
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Profile Summary

About Steven A. Kaufman at a glance

Steven A. Kaufman is a Retired Partner based in Boston, Massachusetts, practicing at Ropes & Gray LLP. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on ip, litigation, and government. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals, First, Seventh and Federal Circuits U.S. Dis (1981). Educated at Yale University Law School (J.D., 1981) and Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey (B.A. Philosophy, 1971). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Boston, Massachusetts and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Steven A. Kaufman is a lawyer practicing litigation, intellectual property, government contracts
  • Steven received a B.A. degree from Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey in 1971, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • Steven practices at Ropes & Gray LLP in Boston, MA

Practice Areas Explained

Steven A. Kaufman's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Steven A. Kaufman handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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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

Common questions about Steven A. Kaufman

Where is Steven A. Kaufman's law office located?
Steven A. Kaufman's law practice is located in Boston, Massachusetts. The firm is Ropes & Gray LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Steven A. Kaufman handle?
Steven A. Kaufman focuses on ip, litigation, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has Steven A. Kaufman practiced law?
Steven A. Kaufman has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Steven A. Kaufman go to law school?
Steven A. Kaufman earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.A. Philosophy, 1971).
How can I contact Steven A. Kaufman for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Steven A. Kaufman received?
Steven A. Kaufman's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Yale University Law School
- 1981
B.A. Philosophy
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
- 1971

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals, First, Seventh and Federal Circuits U.S. Dis
Admitted: 1981

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