Atty. Christopher Roberts
Chris focuses his practice primarily on intellectual property litigation. Prior to joining Woodard Emhardt, he gained valuable experience in Chicago assisting throughout all phases of the litigation process for clients both big and small.
Intellectual Property Law Attorney · Serving Indianapolis, IN · 9+ Years Experience
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About Christopher Roberts at a Glance
Christopher Roberts is a real estate and ip attorney based in Indianapolis, Indiana, practicing at Woodard, Emhardt, Henry, Reeves & Wagner LLP. They have 9+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2017. Admitted to practice in Illinois, Illinois State Bar Association (2017) and Indiana, Indiana State Bar Association (2020). Educated at Indiana University Maurer School of Law (J.D., 2017) and Marian College (B.S. Biology, 2014). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Intellectual Property Law (2026). Serves clients in Indianapolis, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Christopher Roberts
- Chris focuses his practice primarily on intellectual property litigation
- Prior to joining Woodard Emhardt, he gained valuable experience in Chicago assisting throughout all phases of the litigation process for clients both big and small
- This included drafting briefs in support of and in opposition to motions, producing claim charts in preparation of Markman hearings, construing intrinsic patent evidence, and evaluating extrinsic scientific literature
- Chris’s passion for science and the law coupled with his zealous advocacy makes him an asset to each of his clients
- In addition to litigation, Chris has experience guiding his clients through intellectual property portfolio management, including trademark registration, domain name acquisitions, drafting patent applications, prosecuting patent applications, post-grant proceedings
- Chris also has experience evaluating the patentability of invention disclosures in a variety of technology fields such as medical devices, varnishes, drones, and automated seating systems
- Chris has also assisted in drafting technology transfer and licensing agreements in a multitude of contexts including software, oil-spill cleaning/removal, pharmaceuticals, and joint biological research ventures
- During his time in law school, Chris was the Indiana University Maurer School of Law Sherman Minton Moot Court Champion and served as a Board Member for the Intellectual Property Association
- While acquiring his undergraduate degree, Chris was a four-year athlete for the Marian University men’s basketball team
- Outside of the practice of law, Chris enjoys spending time with his family (which includes his dog), playing and watching sports, writing, comedy, and coaching basketball
Practice Areas Explained
Christopher Roberts's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Christopher Roberts handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Indianapolis.
Real Estate Law in Indianapolis
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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Intellectual Property in Indianapolis
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 Indianapolis
Practicing law in Indiana. Legal matters in Indiana are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Indianapolis are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Indiana state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Indiana 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 Indiana courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Indianapolis Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Indianapolis-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 Indianapolis Choose Christopher Roberts
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 Roberts's practice in the field of real estate and ip.
9+ Years of Legal Practice
With 9 years in the profession, Christopher Roberts has developed the procedural fluency and courtroom instincts that come from handling real cases under real deadlines.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Illinois, Illinois State Bar Association and Indiana, Indiana State Bar Association, Christopher Roberts can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering real estate and ip, Christopher Roberts can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Indianapolis
A Indianapolis-based practice means Christopher Roberts 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 Roberts Handles in Indianapolis
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