Atty. Christopher Michael Scharff
Christopher Michael Scharff is a lawyer practicing patent application, intellectual property litigation, patent prosecution and 2 other areas of law. Christopher received a B.S. degree from Northwestern University, and has been licensed for 23 years.
Intellectual Property Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 23+ Years Experience
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About Christopher Michael Scharff at a Glance
Christopher Michael Scharff is a Shareholder based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at McAndrews, Held & Malloy, Ltd.. They have 23+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2003. Their practice focuses on patent, trademark, ip, and ip licensing. Admitted to practice in Illinois registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (2003). Educated at Cornell University J.D. cum laude (—) and Northwestern University B.S. Materials Science and Engineering (—). Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Christopher Michael Scharff
- Christopher Michael Scharff is a lawyer practicing patent application, intellectual property litigation, patent prosecution and 2 other areas of law
- Christopher received a B.S. degree from Northwestern University, and has been licensed for 23 years
- Christopher practices at McAndrews, Held & Malloy, Ltd. in Chicago, IL
Practice Areas Explained
Christopher Michael Scharff's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Christopher Michael Scharff 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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Intellectual Property in Chicago
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
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IP Licensing 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 Christopher Michael Scharff
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 Christopher Michael Scharff's practice in the field of patent, trademark, ip, and ip licensing.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Christopher Michael Scharff brings 23+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering patent, trademark, and ip, Christopher Michael Scharff 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 Christopher Michael Scharff 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 Christopher Michael Scharff Handles in Chicago
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