Ilan Barzilay, IP Attorney in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, MA
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Ilan Barzilay is an attorney based in Boston, MASSACHUSETTS. The practice focuses on IP.
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- Handles IP matters from Boston, MASSACHUSETTS.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property (2026).
About Ilan Barzilay: Ilan Barzilay is an attorney based in Boston, MASSACHUSETTS. The practice focuses on IP.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Ilan takes on
Ilan concentrates on ip. Each area below outlines the kind of case Ilan handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
IP cases in Boston, Massachusetts
Ilan 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 Ilan agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Ilan Barzilay — ip lawyer in Boston
Ilan Barzilay is an attorney based in Boston, MASSACHUSETTS. The practice focuses on IP.
Ilan Barzilay is an intellectual property practitioner specializing in obtaining and enforcing patent rights. Ilan leads a team of attorneys that procures patents for clients ranging from technology startups and research institutions to established companies and multinational corporations. He is a trusted advisor to clients seeking meaningful patent protection crafted to align with important business goals. His practice also includes handling contentious matters in the federal courts and before the USPTO. Ilan has a background in all aspects of intellectual property with experience in areas such as portfolio management, opinions, licensing, trademarks, and copyrights.
While Ilan specializes in the fields of electrical engineering and computer science, his legal experience covers a wide variety of technologies including speech processing, machine learning, cloud computing, electronic devices, telecom systems, microelectromechanical structures (MEMS), database management, financial services software, medical devices, flexible sprinklers, consumer products, equestrian hoof-pads, scented candles, and partridges-in-pear-trees.
Ilan regularly presents on intellectual property law and has been quoted in publications such as the Wall Street Journal, The Boston Globe, Boston Business Journal, Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly, Mass High Tech, International Business Times, and others.
How Ilan handles ip matters
Ilan Barzilay is an intellectual property practitioner specializing in obtaining and enforcing patent rights. Ilan leads a team of attorneys that procures patents for clients ranging from technology startups and research institutions to established companies and multinational corporations. He is a trusted advisor to clients seeking meaningful patent protection crafted to align with important…
The kind of cases Ilan takes
Ilan reviews new inquiries case-by-case for ip matters in Boston and the surrounding Massachusetts area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Georgetown University
J.D. · 1999
Cornell University
B.S. · 1996
Jurisdictions
Ilan's state bar admissions
United States, New Y
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United States, Massa
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Ilan studied at J.D. in Georgetown University and B.S. in Cornell University.
Law school and academic background
Ilan completed J.D. in Georgetown University and B.S. in Cornell University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Ilan runs in Massachusetts is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Ilan has received 7 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Patent Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Patent
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Trademark Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Named a "Rising Star" in New England Super Lawyers (2008-2012, 2014)
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Patent Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Patent (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Trademark Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026).
Locations
Ilan Barzilay's office in Boston
Ilan's primary office is at 100 Summer Street, Boston, Massachusetts, 02110. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Ilan Barzilay — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new ip attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Ilan usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Ilan charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Ilan'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; Ilan 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 Ilan
Ilan 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. Ilan confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Ilan'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 Ilan Barzilay
How much does it cost to hire Ilan for a ip case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Ilan walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Ilan offer a free consultation?
Ilan charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Ilan's office. Some ip attorneys offer free consults — check Ilan'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. Ilan gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Ilan take my case if I'm outside Boston?
Ilan 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 — Ilan 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 Ilan?
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. Ilan will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Ilan accepting new ip clients right now?
Ilan'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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