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Albert Sidney Johnston, IP Attorney in Boston, Massachusetts

Over 48 years of legal practice · focused on IP and Patent

Of CounselatCesari and McKenna, L.L.P.

Boston, MA

Practicing ip in Boston since 1978.

48+
Years practicing
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Albert Sidney Johnston is an of counsel based in Boston, MA. The practice focuses on IP and Patent. Albert has over 48 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Cesari and McKenna, L.L.P..

Based in
Boston, MA
Experience
over 48 years
Known for
IP · Patent
  • Handles IP and Patent matters from Boston, MA.
  • Over 48 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Albert Sidney Johnston: Albert Sidney Johnston is an of counsel based in Boston, MA. The practice focuses on IP and Patent. Albert has over 48 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Cesari and McKenna, L.L.P..

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Albert Sidney Johnston

Albert concentrates on ip and patent. Each area below outlines the kind of case Albert handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

IP cases in Boston, Massachusetts

Albert takes ip matters in Boston, Massachusetts. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Albert agrees to represent you.

Patent cases in Boston, Massachusetts

Albert takes patent matters in Boston, Massachusetts. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Albert agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Albert Sidney Johnston — Over 48 years of Massachusetts ip experience

Albert Sidney Johnston is an of counsel based in Boston, MA. The practice focuses on IP and Patent. Albert has over 48 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Cesari and McKenna, L.L.P..

Albert Sidney Johnston is a lawyer practicing patent, computer and software patents, patent infringement and 1 other area of law. Albert received a M.S. degree from Carnegie Mellon University in 1961, and has been licensed for 48 years. Albert practices at Cesari and McKenna, L.L.P. in Boston, MA.

How Albert handles ip matters

Albert Sidney Johnston is a lawyer practicing patent, computer and software patents, patent infringement and 1 other area of law. Albert received a M.S. degree from Carnegie Mellon University in 1961, and has been licensed for 48 years. Albert practices at Cesari and McKenna, L.L.P. in Boston, MA.

The kind of cases Albert takes

Albert reviews new inquiries case-by-case for ip and patent matters in Boston and the surrounding Massachusetts area.

Credentials

Albert Sidney Johnston's legal education and bar admissions

  • Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology

    J.D. · 1978

  • Carnegie Mellon University

    M.S. Physics · 1961

Jurisdictions

Albert's state bar admissions

  • Massachusetts regist

    1996 · ACTIVE

  • Illinois

    1978 · ACTIVE

Albert studied at J.D. in Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology and M.S. Physics in Carnegie Mellon University.

Law school and academic background

Albert completed J.D. in Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology and M.S. Physics in Carnegie Mellon University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Albert runs in Massachusetts is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Affiliations

Albert's professional memberships and bar associations

  • American Bar Association The Association of Trial Lawyers of America American Physical Society American Association for Advancement of Science Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers

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Locations

Albert Sidney Johnston's office in Boston

Albert's primary office is at 88 Black Falcon Avenue, Boston, MA, 02210-2414. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Cesari and McKenna, L.L.P.

88 Black Falcon Avenue

Boston, MA 02210-2414

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Hiring guide

How to hire Albert Sidney Johnston — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new ip attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Albert usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Albert charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Albert's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Albert will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a ip attorney in Boston, Massachusetts

A short list to run through before you commit: How many ip matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Albert

Albert discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in ip practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every ip matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Albert confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Albert's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many ip practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Albert Sidney Johnston

  • How much does it cost to hire Albert for a ip case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Albert walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Albert offer a free consultation?

    Albert charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Albert's office. Some ip attorneys offer free consults — check Albert's current terms during booking.

  • How long do ip cases in Massachusetts typically take?

    Simple ip matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Albert gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Albert take my case if I'm outside Boston?

    Albert is licensed in Massachusetts. Matters governed by Massachusetts law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Albert will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with Albert?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Albert will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Albert accepting new ip clients right now?

    Albert's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

IP attorneys serving Boston, Cambridge and Worcester in Massachusetts

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