Atty. Timothy J. "Tim" Perla

Atty. Timothy J. "Tim" Perla

Tim Perla is a seasoned litigator and strategic counselor with over two decades of experience defending complex litigation involving securities, corporate governance, and life insurance. A results-oriented leader, he has repeatedly defeated class certification, secured dismissals, and led high-stakes defenses on behalf of banks, life insurance companies, life sciences and technology firms, healthcare companies, energy companies, and other companies across all sectors of the economy.

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About Timothy J. "Tim" Perla at a glance

Timothy J. "Tim" Perla is a litigation attorney based in Boston, Massachusetts, practicing at Wilmer Cutler Pickering Hale and Dorr LLP. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts, Massachusetts Bar Association and New York, New York State Bar Association. Educated at Boston University School of Law (J.D., 2004) and State University of New York at Geneseo (BA, 2001). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Securities (2026). Serands clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Tim Perla is a seasoned litigator and strategic counselor with over two decades of experience defending complex litigation involving securities, corporate governance, and life insurance
  • A results-oriented leader, he has repeatedly defeated class certification, secured dismissals, and led high-stakes defenses on behalf of banks, life insurance companies, life sciences and technology firms, healthcare companies, energy companies, and other companies across all sectors of the economy

Practice Areas Explained

Timothy J. "Tim" Perla's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Timothy J. "Tim" Perla handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Civil Litigation

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

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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 Timothy J. "Tim" Perla

Where is Timothy J. "Tim" Perla's law office located?
Timothy J. "Tim" Perla'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.
What practice areas does Timothy J. "Tim" Perla handle?
Timothy J. "Tim" Perla focuses on litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
Where did Timothy J. "Tim" Perla go to law school?
Timothy J. "Tim" Perla earned their education at (J.D., 2004); (BA, 2001).
How can I contact Timothy J. "Tim" Perla for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Timothy J. "Tim" Perla received?
Timothy J. "Tim" Perla's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Securities.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Boston University School of Law
- 2004
BA
State University of New York at Geneseo
- 2001

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Securities
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts, Massachusetts Bar Association
New York, New York State Bar Association

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