Atty. Jonathan E. Giroux
Jonathan E. Giroux is an experienced intellectual property attorney whose practice covers patent prosecution, IP transactions, and IP litigation.
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Jonathan E. Giroux is a Shareholder based in Chicago, Illinois, practforg at Greenberg Traurig, LLP. They haand 16+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2010. Admitted to practice in Michigan U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas (2010) and Illinois registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (2011). Educated at University of Minnesota Law School (J.D., 2010) and University of Michigan (B.S.E. Electrical, 2007). Actiand member of Professional & Community Involvement •Member, Associate Council, Chicago Public Library Foundation •Member, American Bar Association •Member, Chicago Bar Association. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Jonathan E. Giroux is an experienced intellectual property attorney whose practice covers patent prosecution, IP transactions, and IP litigation
- He helps clients - from Fortune 50 enterprises and multinational corporations to mid-sized companies and startups - develop and implement effective intellectual property protection strategies aligned with their business goals
- Jon has significant experience in patent prosecution for advanced technologies, including artificial intelligence, machine learning, backend computing, FinTech, electrical devices, and mechanical devices
- He manages U.S. and international patent portfolios, guiding clients through the entire patent application process
- He develops tailored patent filing strategies and seeks to ensure that the scope of protection supports each client's commercial objectives, strengthening their competitive advantage
- In his IP transactions practice, Jon represents both licensors and licensees in drafting and negotiating technology licenses across a range of industries
- He is skilled in structuring technology licensing agreements that address specific business needs, and he works to efficiently achieve mutually beneficial outcomes
- He also conducts IP due diligence for mergers and acquisitions, helping buyers and sellers evaluate and secure intellectual property assets in corporate transactions of all sizes
- Jon’s intellectual property litigation practice includes representing clients in competitor disputes and defending against non-practicing entities (NPEs or patent trolls)
- He has litigated complex cases involving technologies such as consumer electronics, linear actuators, data transmission protocols, cybersecurity, automotive safety systems, and business method patents (including electronic check routing, mass marketing, and banking transactions)
- His litigation strategies are designed to protect clients' IP rights and support their broader business interests
- Committed to understanding each client’s technology and business landscape, Jon proactively identifies IP risks and opportunities in product development, operational changes, and emerging technologies
- He provides practical, business-focused legal counsel to help clients maximize the value of their intellectual property assets
- Concentrations •Patent prosecution (AI, machine learning, FinTech, electrical and mechanical devices) •Intellectual property transactions (licensing, M&A due diligence) •IP litigation (patent infringement, competitor disputes, NPE defense) •Portfolio management (U.S. and international) •Technology Law and Innovation Strategy Recognition & Leadership Awards & Accolades •Listed, IAM magazine, 'IAM Patent 1000,' Prosecution, 2024-2025 •Listed, Leading Lawyers Network, 'Leading Lawyers,' 2026 •'Emerging Lawyers,' 2022-2025 •Listed, The Best Lawyers in America, 'Ones to Watch,' Intellectual Property Law, 2022-2025 •Listed, Super Lawyers magazine, Illinois Super Lawyers, 2026 •'Rising Stars,' 2020-2025
Jurisdictional Context
Why local counsel matters in Illinois
Practforg law in Illinois. Legal matters in Illinois are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand law. Cases originating in Chicago are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Illinois state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Illinois brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantiand law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Illinois courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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