Paul J. Durham

Paul J. Durham is a New Hampshire, Massachusetts, and Florida attorney focusing on corporate law, intellectual property, commercial contracts, international contracts, private companies, business formation, succession planning, communications, and broadcasting. His work supports companies, entrepreneurs, creative professionals, executives, and management teams handling transactions, licensing, operations, and growth issues. He helps clients understand objectives, manage risks, prepare agreements, and align legal strategy with business goals.

Paul earned a J.D. from Boston University School of Law. He also earned a B.A. from Boston University School of Management. His education supports corporate analysis, contract drafting, intellectual property review, licensing strategy, and client counseling. He uses that background to evaluate domestic and international agreements, business formation needs, succession planning concerns, private company issues, communications matters, and publishing-related legal questions.

Paul brings practical insight from his prior role as in-house Senior Counsel for an international television network. That experience helps him understand the priorities of internal legal departments, senior executives, and management teams. His practice includes drafting complex contracts, advising on licensing, supporting business formations, and providing holistic guidance that accounts for both legal risks and broader organizational goals.

Paul J. Durham helps clients address corporate, intellectual property, contract, licensing, communications, and business planning matters with preparation and practical judgment. He has taught and guest lectured on business and publishing law at several institutions, including the University of New Hampshire School of Law. He is also an award-winning author for young readers and has been honored by literary and library organizations. His guidance helps clients make informed decisions, protect creative and business interests, and pursue sound growth strategies. His approach emphasizes clarity, collaboration, and contracts that support practical business execution.

Law Office Affiliations

• Shareholder, Sheehan Phinney Bass & Green PA
• Member, New Hampshire Bar Association
• Member, Massachusetts Bar Association
• Member, The Florida Bar

Licensed State

• New Hampshire
• Massachusetts
• Florida

Education

• Boston University School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Boston University School of Management
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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