Atty. Alan Barry Samlan
Alan Barry Samlan is a lawyer practicing patents, trademarks, copyrights and 7 other areas of law. Alan received a B.S.M.E. degree from University of Illinois in 1970, and has been licensed for 50 years.
Copyrights & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 50+ Years Experience
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About Alan Barry Samlan at a Glance
Alan Barry Samlan is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Knechtel, Demeur & Samlan. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on patent, trademark, copyright, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1976) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1976). Educated at John Marshall Law School (J.D., 1976) and University of Illinois (B.S.M.E., 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Chicago and Illinois State Bar Associations American Intellectual Property Law Association Intellectual Property Law Association of Chicago. Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Alan Barry Samlan
- Alan Barry Samlan is a lawyer practicing patents, trademarks, copyrights and 7 other areas of law
- Alan received a B.S.M.E. degree from University of Illinois in 1970, and has been licensed for 50 years
- Alan practices at Knechtel, Demeur & Samlan in Chicago, IL
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Alan Barry Samlan's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Alan Barry Samlan handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chicago.
Patent Law in Chicago
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Trademark Law in Chicago
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Copyright Law in Chicago
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Business & Corporate Law in Chicago
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Real Estate Law in Chicago
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Chicago
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 venue, 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.
Chicago Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Chicago-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Chicago Choose Alan Barry Samlan
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Alan Barry Samlan's practice in the field of patent, trademark, copyright, business, and real estate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Alan Barry Samlan brings 50+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Illinois and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois, Alan Barry Samlan can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering patent, trademark, and copyright, Alan Barry Samlan can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Chicago
A Chicago-based practice means Alan Barry Samlan attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Alan Barry Samlan Handles in Chicago
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