Atty. Andrew Nelson Downer

Atty. Andrew Nelson Downer

Andrew Nelson Downer is a lawyer practicing trademark infringement, intellectual property, intellectual property litigation and 4 other areas of law. Andrew received a B.A. degree from Northwestern University in 1997, and has been licensed for 23 years.

Chicago Chicago 23 yrs experience 23 year
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Profile Summary

About Andrew Nelson Downer at a glance

Andrew Nelson Downer is an Associate based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Pattishall, McAuliffe, Newbury, Hilliard & Geraldson LLP. They have 23+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2003. Their practice focuses on trademark, copyright, ip, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (2003). Educated at Northwestern University School of Law (J.D., 2003) and Northwestern University (B.A., 1997). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Andrew Nelson Downer is a lawyer practicing trademark infringement, intellectual property, intellectual property litigation and 4 other areas of law
  • Andrew received a B.A. degree from Northwestern University in 1997, and has been licensed for 23 years
  • Andrew practices at Pattishall, McAuliffe, Newbury, Hilliard & Geraldson LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Andrew Nelson Downer's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Andrew Nelson Downer handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trademark Law

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Copyright Law

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Intellectual Property

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

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Civil Litigation

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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 Andrew Nelson Downer

Where is Andrew Nelson Downer's law office located?
Andrew Nelson Downer's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Pattishall, McAuliffe, Newbury, Hilliard & Geraldson LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Andrew Nelson Downer handle?
Andrew Nelson Downer focuses on trademark, copyright, ip, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Andrew Nelson Downer practiced law?
Andrew Nelson Downer has 23+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2003.
Where did Andrew Nelson Downer go to law school?
Andrew Nelson Downer earned their education at (J.D., 2003); (B.A., 1997).
How can I contact Andrew Nelson Downer for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Northwestern University School of Law
- 2003
B.A.
Northwestern University
- 1997

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 2003

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