Atty. Daniel Richard O'Brien

Atty. Daniel Richard O'Brien

Daniel Richard O'Brien is a lawyer practicing intellectual property litigation, complex commercial litigation, business torts and 9 other areas of law. Daniel received a B.A. degree from St.

Chicago Chicago 45 yrs experience 45 year
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Profile Summary

About Daniel Richard O'Brien at a glance

Daniel Richard O'Brien is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Sidley Austin LLP. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on patent, contracts, trademark, copyright, and business. Admitted to practice in U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1981), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan (1982), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois, including Trial Bar U.S. Court of Appeals, Secon (1986), and Illinois (2017). Educated at Georgetown University Law Center (J.D., 1979) and St. Louis University (B.A., 1976). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Daniel Richard O'Brien is a lawyer practicing intellectual property litigation, complex commercial litigation, business torts and 9 other areas of law
  • Daniel received a B.A. degree from St. Louis University in 1976, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • Daniel practices at Sidley Austin LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Daniel Richard O'Brien's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Daniel Richard O'Brien handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Patent Law

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Contracts

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Trademark Law

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Copyright Law

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Business & Corporate Law

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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 Daniel Richard O'Brien

Where is Daniel Richard O'Brien's law office located?
Daniel Richard O'Brien's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Sidley Austin LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Daniel Richard O'Brien handle?
Daniel Richard O'Brien focuses on patent, contracts, trademark, copyright, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Daniel Richard O'Brien practiced law?
Daniel Richard O'Brien has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Daniel Richard O'Brien go to law school?
Daniel Richard O'Brien earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.A., 1976).
How can I contact Daniel Richard O'Brien for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Daniel Richard O'Brien received?
Daniel Richard O'Brien's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Georgetown University Law Center
- 1979
B.A.
St. Louis University
- 1976

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1981
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois, including Trial Bar U.S. Court of Appeals, Secon
Admitted: 1986
Illinois
Admitted: 2017

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