Atty. Steven D. "Steve" Barrett

Atty. Steven D. "Steve" Barrett

Steve Barrett, co-chair of the Technology Transactions and Licensing Practice Group, advises a variety of life sciences and technology companies regarding the structuring, negotiation and drafting of agreements for a broad range of technology transactions, including technology acquisition, license, strategic alliance and joint venture transactions, and related research, development, supply, marketing, distribution and services agreements. Mr.

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About Steven D. "Steve" Barrett at a glance

Steven D. "Steve" Barrett is an attorney based in Boston, Massachusetts, practicing at Wilmer Cutler Pickering Hale and Dorr LLP. Educated at The University of Michigan Law School (J.D., 1996). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Biotechnology and Life Sciences Practice (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law (2026). Serands clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Steve Barrett, co-chair of the Technology Transactions and Licensing Practice Group, advises a variety of life sciences and technology companies regarding the structuring, negotiation and drafting of agreements for a broad range of technology transactions, including technology acquisition, license, strategic alliance and joint venture transactions, and related research, development, supply, marketing, distribution and services agreements
  • Mr. Barrett regularly represents entrepreneurs, early-stage and established life sciences and technology companies and large commercial enterprises

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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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Steven D. "Steve" Barrett's law practice is located in Boston, Massachusetts. The firm is Wilmer Cutler Pickering Hale and Dorr LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
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What awards or recognition has Steven D. "Steve" Barrett received?
Steven D. "Steve" Barrett's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Biotechnology and Life Sciences Practice; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law; Best Lawyers in America — Technology Law.

Education

J.D.
The University of Michigan Law School
- 1996

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Biotechnology and Life Sciences Practice
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Technology Law
- 2026

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