Atty. Adam Michael Kaufmann

Atty. Adam Michael Kaufmann

Adam Michael Kaufmann is a lawyer practicing advertising, construction / development, intellectual property. Adam received a B.S. degree from University of Notre Dame in 2005, and has been licensed for 16 years.

Chicago Chicago 16 yrs experience 16 year
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About Adam Michael Kaufmann at a glance

Adam Michael Kaufmann is an Associate based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Kirkland & Ellis LLP. They have 16+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2010. Their practice focuses on ip and entertainment. Admitted to practice in Illinois registered to practice before the United States Patent & Trademark Office (2010). Educated at University of Chicago Law School (J.D., 2010) and University of Notre Dame (B.S. Chemical, 2005). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Adam Michael Kaufmann is a lawyer practicing advertising, construction / development, intellectual property
  • Adam received a B.S. degree from University of Notre Dame in 2005, and has been licensed for 16 years
  • Adam practices at Kirkland & Ellis LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Adam Michael Kaufmann's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Adam Michael Kaufmann handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

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Entertainment & Sports Law

Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Illinois

Practicing law in Illinois. Legal matters in Illinois are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive 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 substantive 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Adam Michael Kaufmann

Where is Adam Michael Kaufmann's law office located?
Adam Michael Kaufmann's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Kirkland & Ellis LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Adam Michael Kaufmann handle?
Adam Michael Kaufmann focuses on ip, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Adam Michael Kaufmann practiced law?
Adam Michael Kaufmann has 16+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2010.
Where did Adam Michael Kaufmann go to law school?
Adam Michael Kaufmann earned their education at (J.D., 2010); (B.S. Chemical, 2005).
How can I contact Adam Michael Kaufmann for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Chicago Law School
- 2010
B.S. Chemical
University of Notre Dame
- 2005

Bar Admissions

Illinois registered to practice before the United States Patent & Trademark Office
Admitted: 2010

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