Atty. Thomas D. Herman

Atty. Thomas D. Herman

Mr. Herman served as First Deputy Commissioner of the Massachusetts Department of Revenue (1983-1987) and Managing Director of BRG&G International Strategies in Boston.

Boston Boston 48 yrs experience 48 year
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About Thomas D. Herman at a glance

Thomas D. Herman is a Partner based in Boston, Massachusetts, practicing at Smith Duggan Cornell & Gollub LLP. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on business, ip, entertainment, and international. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1978), U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts (1979), U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit (1980), and U.S. Tax Court (2000). Educated at Northeastern University J.D. (—) and Harvard University - Graduate School of Arts and Sciences Harvard University - Kennedy School of Government S&L Pembroke College, Oxford University University of Pennsylvania B.A. cum laude (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of American Bar Association and Delegate and. Serands clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Herman served as First Deputy Commissioner of the Massachusetts Department of Revenue (1983-1987) and Managing Director of BRG&G International Strategies in Boston
  • He is currently: member of the Boston Landmarks Commission
  • the Massachusetts Treasurer's Online Gaming Task Force
  • President of the Pembroke College (Oxford) Foundation, Inc
  • Secretary the Hemingway (Finca Vigia) Preservation Foundation
  • He was formerly Vice-Chair of the World Affairs Council of Boston and Deputy National Issues Director for the 1988 Dukakis for President campaign

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas D. Herman's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas D. Herman 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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Entertainment & Sports Law

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International 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Thomas D. Herman

Where is Thomas D. Herman's law office located?
Thomas D. Herman's law practice is located in Boston, Massachusetts. The firm is Smith Duggan Cornell & Gollub LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas D. Herman handle?
Thomas D. Herman focuses on business, ip, entertainment, international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has Thomas D. Herman practiced law?
Thomas D. Herman has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
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What awards or recognition has Thomas D. Herman received?
Thomas D. Herman's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

Northeastern University J.D.
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Harvard University - Graduate School of Arts and Sciences Harvard University - Kennedy School of Government S&L Pembroke College, Oxford University University of Pennsylvania B.A. cum laude
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Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1978
U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts
Admitted: 1979
U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit
Admitted: 1980
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 2000

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