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A Legacy of Legal Excellence Since 1890 🏛️
Founded in 1890, Pierce Atwood LLP has grown from its New England roots into a nationally and internationally recognized full-service law firm. With a team of over 150 highly skilled attorneys, the firm provides sophisticated legal and business counsel from its offices across the East Coast, including a major hub in Boston. Pierce Atwood serves a remarkably diverse clientele, ranging from local entrepreneurs, middle-market companies, and individuals to Fortune 500 corporations, multinational entities, and even state and foreign governments. The firm’s enduring success is built on three core principles: attracting and retaining superb legal talent, achieving superior client satisfaction, and delivering exceptional value. This philosophy ensures that clients receive creative, timely, and cost-effective solutions from a team that deeply understands their business and industry. 🌟
Comprehensive Practice Areas for a Complex World ⚖️
The Boston office of Pierce Atwood is a powerhouse of legal expertise, particularly renowned for its top-tier commercial real estate and energy law practices. The firm is at the forefront of the clean energy transition, with significant strengths in battery storage and solar projects. Clients engaging with the Boston team gain access to the full resources of a multiservice firm, capable of handling the most complex challenges across a wide spectrum of legal disciplines.
- Commercial Real Estate Lawyers: 🏢 The firm boasts one of the largest and most respected commercial real estate practices in the region, handling development, acquisitions, financing, and complex land use matters.
- Energy and Utilities Law: ⚡ A leading practice in the energy sector, advising on regulatory matters, project development, and innovative technologies like renewable energy and battery storage.
- Business and Commercial Litigation Lawyers: 📈 Representing clients in high-stakes disputes, class actions, and complex business litigation with a trial-tested team of litigators.
- Mergers and Acquisitions Law: 🤝 Guiding mid-market companies and large corporations through complex M&A transactions, from due diligence to closing.
- Environmental Law: 🌳 Providing counsel on regulatory compliance, environmental litigation, and navigating the complexities of state and federal environmental laws.
- Bankruptcy and Creditors’ Rights Lawyers: 🛡️ Assisting clients with insolvency matters, corporate restructuring, and creditor-debtor rights.
- Patent and Trademark Lawyers (IP): 💡 Protecting and defending intellectual property through patent prosecution, trademark registration, and IP litigation.
- Trusts and Estate Planning Lawyers: 📜 Offering sophisticated private wealth law services, including estate planning, trust administration, and probate litigation.
A Client-First, Results-Driven Philosophy ✨
At Pierce Atwood, the focus is always on the client’s needs. The firm’s attorneys are recognized for being responsive, creative, and collaborative. They strive to provide premium-worthy value by acting as strategic partners, not just legal advisors. This approach has earned them a place on the BTI Client Service A-Team, a recognition based directly on feedback from corporate counsel. By combining deep industry expertise with an unwavering commitment to service, Pierce Atwood builds lasting relationships and delivers results that matter. 🤝
Consistently Recognized for Excellence 🏆
The quality of Pierce Atwood’s work is consistently affirmed by the legal industry’s most respected rating organizations. The firm and its attorneys are regularly ranked among the best by Chambers USA, Best Lawyers®, and Super Lawyers. They have achieved National Tier 1 rankings for practices like Land Use & Zoning Law and Metropolitan Tier 1 rankings in Boston for their Energy, Real Estate, and M&A practices. These accolades are not just honors; they are a direct reflection of the firm’s professional excellence and the impressive ratings they continuously receive from peers and clients alike. 🏅
Specializing In
Commercial Real Estate, Energy Law, Business Litigation, Mergers and Acquisitions, Environmental Law, Land Use and Zoning, Bankruptcy, Patent Law, Trademark Law, Trusts and Estates, Class Action Litigation
Address & Location
Located in the bustling Financial District of Downtown Boston, near Downtown Crossing and just a short walk from South Station.
Building Location
This office is situated inside the landmark 32-story Class A office tower known as 100 Summer Street, which stands 450 feet tall and is famous for its distinctive bronze-tinted windows. The property is located near South Station and local points of interest such as Starbucks and Pita.
Suite Access
Enter 100 Summer Street through its spacious main plaza lobby. Check in with the building’s 24-hour manned security desk, then proceed to the elevator bank servicing high-rise levels. Take the elevator up to the 22nd Floor to locate Suite 2250.
Parking Details
A private, 24-hour valet parking garage is located on-site, offering electric vehicle charging stations. Alternatively, public parking is available nearby at the multi-storey Lafayette Garage.
Public Transit
Served by MBTA Route 7 (City Point – Otis St & Summer St); nearest stop is at Otis St @ Summer St.
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