Benjamin M. Stern

Benjamin M. Stern

Boston, MA recognized lawyers icon Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2023
Nutter McClennen & Fish LLP

59 Best Lawyers awards

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Awarded Practice Areas

Commercial Litigation Litigation - Intellectual Property Patent Law

Biography

Benjamin M. Stern is a partner in Nutter’s Litigation Department. He focuses his practice on patent litigation and has extensive trial experience representing multinational and entrepreneurial companies in federal and state courts nationwide, as well before the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) and in inter partes review (IPR) proceedings before the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB).With a strong background in both intellectual property litigation and complex commercial litigation, Ben assists clients in protecting and enforcing their rights. Ben combines impressive courtroom experience with knowledge of complex technologies that allows him to translate sophisticated subject matter into understandable concepts for judges and juries. He has represented numerous companies in patent litigations, including in the U.S. District Courts for the Eastern District of Texas, District of Delaware, and Northern District of California.

“Ben Stern at Nutter was our focal point throughout the case, and his steady hand and broad knowledge were invaluable. He takes a long-term view of the big picture and strategically puts his clients in the right position to obtain a successful resolution.”

– Paul Timmins, CEO Timmins Software Corp.

Nutter McClennen & Fish LLP

59 Best Lawyers awards

Nutter McClennen & Fish LLP logo

Overview

  • New York University, J.D., graduated 2001
  • New York University, J.D., graduated 2001

Client Testimonials

Ben Stern is such a pleasure to work with. He brings a wealth of knowledge and really helped our company see all the options for us in our case. He's extremely responsive and we would strongly recommend him to anyone for patent litigation.

Jennifer Joyce (OnPoint Systems LLC)

Ben has provided outstanding guidance and strategy to help navigate our firm through the challenges of a unique and ardous case. Ben will remain our primary choice within his field for any future legal encounters.

David Jones (WaterRower, Inc.)

Ben is incredibly bright and has a strong knowledge of patent litigation. He's very easy to work with and super responsive.

Awards & Focus

Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® 2026 for work in:
  • Commercial Litigation
  • Litigation - Intellectual Property
  • Patent Law
Additional Areas of Practice:
  • Technology Law

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