Yu Lu, Formation Attorney in Boston, Massachusetts
Over 20 years of legal practice · focused on Formation and IP
PartneratMcCarter & English, LLP
Boston, MA
Practicing formation in Boston since 2006.
- 20+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
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Yu Lu is a partner based in Boston, MA. The practice focuses on Formation and IP. Yu has over 20 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at McCarter & English, LLP.
- Based in
- Boston, MA
- Experience
- over 20 years
- Known for
- Formation · IP
- Handles Formation and IP matters from Boston, MA.
- Over 20 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Yu Lu: Yu Lu is a partner based in Boston, MA. The practice focuses on Formation and IP. Yu has over 20 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at McCarter & English, LLP.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Yu Lu
Yu concentrates on formation and ip. Each area below outlines the kind of case Yu handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Formation cases in Boston, Massachusetts
Yu takes formation 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 Yu agrees to represent you.
IP cases in Boston, Massachusetts
Yu 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 Yu agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Yu Lu — Over 20 years of Massachusetts formation experience
Yu Lu is a partner based in Boston, MA. The practice focuses on Formation and IP. Yu has over 20 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at McCarter & English, LLP.
Yu Lu is a lawyer practicing corporate & incorporation, intellectual property/information technology. Yu received a degree from Fudan University, Shanghai in 1990, and has been licensed for 20 years. Yu practices at McCarter & English, LLP in Boston, MA.
How Yu handles formation matters
Yu Lu is a lawyer practicing corporate & incorporation, intellectual property/information technology. Yu received a degree from Fudan University, Shanghai in 1990, and has been licensed for 20 years. Yu practices at McCarter & English, LLP in Boston, MA.
The kind of cases Yu takes
Yu reviews new inquiries case-by-case for formation and ip matters in Boston and the surrounding Massachusetts area.
Credentials
Yu Lu's legal education and bar admissions
Boston College Law School
J.D. · 2006
Fudan University, Shanghai
B.Sc. Fudan · 1990
Jurisdictions
Yu's state bar admissions
Massachusetts U.S. P
2006 · ACTIVE
Yu studied at J.D. in Boston College Law School and B.Sc. Fudan in Fudan University, Shanghai.
Law school and academic background
Yu completed J.D. in Boston College Law School and B.Sc. Fudan in Fudan University, Shanghai. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Yu runs in Massachusetts is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Yu's professional memberships and bar associations
at the Department of Cell Biology, Harvard Medical School, after completing his Ph.D. training in the Cell & Developmental Biology Program at Harvard University in 1999. His research has led to the publication of multiple scientific articles in journals s
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Locations
Yu Lu's office in Boston
Yu's primary office is at 265 Franklin Street, Boston, MA, 02110. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Yu Lu — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new formation attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Yu usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Yu charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Yu'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; Yu will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a formation attorney in Boston, Massachusetts
A short list to run through before you commit: How many formation 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 Yu
Yu discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in formation practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every formation 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. Yu confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Yu's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many formation practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Yu Lu
How much does it cost to hire Yu for a formation case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Yu walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Yu offer a free consultation?
Yu charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Yu's office. Some formation attorneys offer free consults — check Yu's current terms during booking.
How long do formation cases in Massachusetts typically take?
Simple formation 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. Yu gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Yu take my case if I'm outside Boston?
Yu 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 — Yu 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 Yu?
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. Yu will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Yu accepting new formation clients right now?
Yu's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Formation attorneys serving Boston, Cambridge and Worcester in Massachusetts
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