Atty. Christopher Brendan Austin

Atty. Christopher Brendan Austin

Christopher Brendan Austin is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, advanced manufacturing, mechanical and 1 other area of law. Christopher received a B.S.M.E. degree from Northwestern University Technological Institute in 1991, and has been licensed for 30 years.

Milwaukee Milwaukee 30 yrs experience 30 year
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Profile Summary

About Christopher Brendan Austin at a glance

Christopher Brendan Austin is a Partner based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, practicing at Michael Best & Friedrich LLP. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on patent and ip. Admitted to practice in Wisconsin U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin registered to practice before the U.S. (1996). Educated at Marquette University Law School (J.D., 1996) and Northwestern University Technological Institute (B.S.M.E., 1991). Serands clients in Milwaukee, WI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Christopher Brendan Austin is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, advanced manufacturing, mechanical and 1 other area of law
  • Christopher received a B.S.M.E. degree from Northwestern University Technological Institute in 1991, and has been licensed for 30 years
  • Christopher practices at Michael Best & Friedrich LLP in Milwaukee, WI

Practice Areas Explained

Christopher Brendan Austin's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Christopher Brendan Austin handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Patent 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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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Wisconsin

Practicing law in Wisconsin. Legal matters in Wisconsin are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Milwaukee are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Wisconsin state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Christopher Brendan Austin

Where is Christopher Brendan Austin's law office located?
Christopher Brendan Austin's law practice is located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The firm is Michael Best & Friedrich LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Christopher Brendan Austin handle?
Christopher Brendan Austin focuses on patent, ip. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Wisconsin.
How long has Christopher Brendan Austin practiced law?
Christopher Brendan Austin has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
Where did Christopher Brendan Austin go to law school?
Christopher Brendan Austin earned their education at (J.D., 1996); (B.S.M.E., 1991).
How can I contact Christopher Brendan Austin for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Marquette University Law School
- 1996
B.S.M.E.
Northwestern University Technological Institute
- 1991

Bar Admissions

Wisconsin U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin registered to practice before the U.S.
Admitted: 1996

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