Atty. Todd Shuster

Atty. Todd Shuster

Todd Shuster is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, entertainment, publishing. Todd received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1986, and has been licensed for 35 years.

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Entertainment & More Attorney · Serving Boston, MA · 35+ Years Experience

Profile Summary

About Todd Shuster at a Glance

Todd Shuster is a ip and entertainment attorney based in Boston, Massachusetts. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1991). Educated at Northeastern University School of Law (J.D., 1990) and Yale University (B.A., 1986). Serves clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated October 2026

About Todd Shuster

  • Todd Shuster is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, entertainment, publishing
  • Todd received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1986, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • Todd practices in Boston, MA

Practice Areas Explained

Todd Shuster's Areas of Legal Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Todd Shuster handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Boston.

Intellectual Property in Boston

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 in Boston

Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why Local Counsel Matters in Boston

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 venue, 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.

Boston Courts and Legal Process

Choosing a Boston-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.

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Frequently Asked

Common Questions About Todd Shuster

Where is Todd Shuster's law office located?
Todd Shuster's law practice is located in Boston, Massachusetts. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Todd Shuster handle?
Todd Shuster focuses on ip, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has Todd Shuster practiced law?
Todd Shuster has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Todd Shuster go to law school?
Todd Shuster earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.A., 1986).
How can I contact Todd Shuster for a consultation?
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Professional Profile

Why Clients in Boston Choose Todd Shuster

Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Todd Shuster's practice in the field of ip and entertainment.

Decade-Tested Legal Experience

Todd Shuster brings 35+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.

Broad Practice Area Coverage

Covering ip and entertainment, Todd Shuster can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.

Local Presence in Boston

A Boston-based practice means Todd Shuster attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.

Case Types

Common Legal Issues Todd Shuster Handles in Boston

Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Todd Shuster has experience with under Massachusetts law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.

Trademark registration
IP
Copyright infringement defense
IP
Patent prosecution
IP
Trade secret protection
IP

This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Todd Shuster directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.

Search Reference

How People Find Todd Shuster Online

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Todd Shuster's Practice Areas & Specializations

Education & Law School Background

J.D.
Northeastern University School of Law
- 1990
B.A.
Yale University
- 1986

Bar Admissions & Licensed Jurisdictions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1991

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