
Peter Sollins, General Attorney in Boston, Massachusetts
Over 18 years of legal practice · focused on General, IP, and Litigation
Associate, Registered Patent AttorneyatFoley Hoag LLP
Boston, MA
Practicing general in Boston since 2008.
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Peter Sollins is an associate, registered patent attorney based in Boston, MA. The practice focuses on General, IP, and Litigation. Peter has over 18 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Foley Hoag LLP.
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- Boston, MA
- Experience
- over 18 years
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- General · IP · Litigation
- Handles General, IP, and Litigation matters from Boston, MA.
- Over 18 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Peter Sollins: Peter Sollins is an associate, registered patent attorney based in Boston, MA. The practice focuses on General, IP, and Litigation. Peter has over 18 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Foley Hoag LLP.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Peter takes on
Peter concentrates on general, ip, litigation, and patent. Each area below outlines the kind of case Peter handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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General cases in Boston, Massachusetts
Peter takes general 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 Peter agrees to represent you.
IP cases in Boston, Massachusetts
Peter 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 Peter agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Boston, Massachusetts
Peter takes litigation 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 Peter agrees to represent you.
Patent cases in Boston, Massachusetts
Peter 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 Peter agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Peter Sollins — general lawyer in Boston
Peter Sollins is an associate, registered patent attorney based in Boston, MA. The practice focuses on General, IP, and Litigation. Peter has over 18 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Foley Hoag LLP.
Peter Sollins is a lawyer practicing patent application, licensing & strategic alliances, litigation and 4 other areas of law. Peter received a Ph.D. degree from Harvard University in 2005, and has been licensed for 18 years. Peter practices at Foley Hoag LLP in Boston, MA.
How Peter handles general matters
Peter Sollins is a lawyer practicing patent application, licensing & strategic alliances, litigation and 4 other areas of law. Peter received a Ph.D. degree from Harvard University in 2005, and has been licensed for 18 years. Peter practices at Foley Hoag LLP in Boston, MA.
Who Peter represents
Peter reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general, ip, and litigation matters in Boston and the surrounding Massachusetts area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Boston College Law School
J.D. · 2008
Harvard University
Ph.D. Swarthmore · 2005
Jurisdictions
Peter's state bar admissions
Massachusetts U.S. P
2008 · ACTIVE
Peter studied at J.D. in Boston College Law School and Ph.D. Swarthmore in Harvard University.
Law school and academic background
Peter completed J.D. in Boston College Law School and Ph.D. Swarthmore in Harvard University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Peter runs in Massachusetts is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Peter's professional memberships and bar associations
Boston Bar Association Massachusetts Bar Association American Intellectual Property Law Association Boston Patent Law Association
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Locations
Peter Sollins's office in Boston
Peter's primary office is at Seaport World Trade Center West, 155 Seaport Boulevard, Boston, MA, 02210-2600. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Foley Hoag LLP
Seaport World Trade Center West, 155 Seaport Boulevard
Boston, MA 02210-2600
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How to hire Peter Sollins — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new general attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Peter usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Peter charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Peter'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; Peter will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a general attorney in Boston, Massachusetts
A short list to run through before you commit: How many general 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 Peter
Peter discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in general practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every general 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. Peter confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Peter's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many general practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Peter Sollins
How much does it cost to hire Peter for a general case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Peter walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Peter offer a free consultation?
Peter charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Peter's office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check Peter's current terms during booking.
How long do general cases in Massachusetts typically take?
Simple general 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. Peter gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Peter take my case if I'm outside Boston?
Peter 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 — Peter 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 Peter?
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. Peter will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Peter accepting new general clients right now?
Peter's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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