About Patrick
Patrick P. "Pat" Dinardo: Experienced Litigation Attorney in Boston, Massachusetts
As a co-director of the Litigation Department at Sullivan & Worcester LLP, Pat Dinardo has dedicated over 35 years to representing various parties in intricate contract, trust, real estate, and insolvency-related matters. His expertise spans across State and Federal court proceedings, making him well-versed in resolving complex business disputes. With a focus on fiduciary duties and creditors' rights, Pat serves as the chair of his firm's Pro Bono Committee and an active member of their Associate Evaluation Committee.
Practice Areas
- Litigation - Bankruptcy
- Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
Throughout his career, Pat has represented a wide array of clients including plaintiffs and defendants, national and international creditors, debtors, creditors' committees, and trustees in bankruptcy proceedings. He has also assisted clients seeking to acquire or dispose of distressed assets.
Awards & Recognitions
- Lawyer of the Year: Litigation - Bankruptcy (Boston), 2023 and 2016
- Recognized: Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law, Recognized: Litigation - Bankruptcy, by Boston Magazine Top Lawyers (2021, 2022)
- Best Lawyer of the Year in Bankruptcy/Bankruptcy (Boston) in Best Lawyers' "Best Attorney USA" list for multiple years from 2016 to 2023
- Best Lawyers in America® (2013-2023)
- Chambers USA Ranked in Bankruptcy/Restructuring (Massachusetts) (2009-2022)
- The Legal 500 U.S. Recognized as a leading lawyer in Litigation - Bankruptcy for multiple years from 2013 to 2022
- Massachusetts Super Lawyers (2004-2022)
Education & Credentials
- B.A., University of Chicago, U.S.
- J.D., Georgetown University Law Center, U.S.
- Bar Admissions (U.S.)
Firms
- Sullivan & Worcester LLP, Boston, Massachusetts, United States
Affiliations
- Chair of the Pro Bono Committee at Sullivan & Worcester LLP
- Coleman University Medical Center - Leadership Council Member (Boston)
Languages
Primary: English, U.S.
Recognized Since
- Recognized in Best Attorney USA since 2013
Note: For the purpose of this bio, all bar admissions and educational details have been omitted for brevity. Please refer to Pat Dinardo's official profile for a comprehensive list.
Practice Areas
Education
Professional Affiliations
Awards & Recognition
- Lawyer of the Year: Litigation - Bankruptcy, Boston (2023)
- Lawyer of the Year: Litigation - Bankruptcy, Boston (2016)
- Recognized: Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
- Recognized: Litigation - Bankruptcy
- Boston Magazine Top Lawyers (2021, 2022)
- Best Lawyers’ Boston Litigation/Bankruptcy Lawyer of the Year (2016, 2023)
- Best Lawyers in America® (2013-2023)
- Chambers USA, Ranked in Bankruptcy/Restructuring (Massachusetts) (2009-2022)
- The Legal 500 U.S. (2013-2015, 2021, 2022)
- Massachusetts Super Lawyers (2004-2022)
- AV® Preeminent™ rating from Martindale-Hubbell®