Atty. Berton Scott Sheppard

Atty. Berton Scott Sheppard

Berton Scott Sheppard is a lawyer practicing intellectual property. Berton received a B.S. degree from Michigan State University in 1958, and has been licensed for 64 years.

Chicago Chicago 64 yrs experience 64 year
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About Berton Scott Sheppard at a glance

Berton Scott Sheppard is an Of Counsel based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Leydig, Voit & Mayer, Ltd.. They have 64+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1962. Their practice focuses on ip. Admitted to practice in Illinois U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit U.S. District Court, North (1962). Educated at Northwestern University (J.D., 1961) and Michigan State University (B.S. Agricultural, 1958). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Berton Scott Sheppard is a lawyer practicing intellectual property
  • Berton received a B.S. degree from Michigan State University in 1958, and has been licensed for 64 years
  • Berton practices at Leydig, Voit & Mayer, Ltd. in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Berton Scott Sheppard's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Berton Scott Sheppard 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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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 Berton Scott Sheppard

Where is Berton Scott Sheppard's law office located?
Berton Scott Sheppard's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Leydig, Voit & Mayer, Ltd.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Berton Scott Sheppard handle?
Berton Scott Sheppard focuses on ip. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Berton Scott Sheppard practiced law?
Berton Scott Sheppard has 64+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1962.
Where did Berton Scott Sheppard go to law school?
Berton Scott Sheppard earned their education at (J.D., 1961); (B.S. Agricultural, 1958).
How can I contact Berton Scott Sheppard for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Berton Scott Sheppard received?
Berton Scott Sheppard's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Northwestern University
- 1961
B.S. Agricultural
Michigan State University
- 1958

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit U.S. District Court, North
Admitted: 1962

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