Atty. David Alexander Foley

Atty. David Alexander Foley

David Alexander Foley is a lawyer practicing contracts / agreements, debt / lending agreements, intellectual property and 9 other areas of law. David received a B.A. degree from University of North Carolina in 2007, and has been licensed for 16 years.

Chicago Chicago 16 Years Experience 16 year
Call (312) 535-4941

Profile Summary

About David Alexander Foley at a glance

David Alexander Foley is an Associate based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Kirkland & Ellis LLP. They have 16+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2010. Their practice focuses on contracts, trademark, business, ip, and internet. Admitted to practice in Illinois (2010). Educated at Duke University School of Law (J.D., 2010) and University of North Carolina (B.A. Chemistry, 2007). Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David Alexander Foley is a lawyer practicing contracts / agreements, debt / lending agreements, intellectual property and 9 other areas of law
  • David received a B.A. degree from University of North Carolina in 2007, and has been licensed for 16 years
  • David practices at Kirkland & Ellis LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

David Alexander Foley's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Alexander Foley handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Contracts

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Trademark Law

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Business & Corporate Law

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Intellectual Property

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Internet & Cyber 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 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David Alexander Foley

Where is David Alexander Foley's law office located?
David Alexander Foley's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Kirkland & Ellis LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Alexander Foley handle?
David Alexander Foley focuses on contracts, trademark, business, ip, internet. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has David Alexander Foley practiced law?
David Alexander Foley has 16+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2010.
Where did David Alexander Foley go to law school?
David Alexander Foley earned their education at (J.D., 2010); (B.A. Chemistry, 2007).
How can I contact David Alexander Foley for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Duke University School of Law
- 2010
B.A. Chemistry
University of North Carolina
- 2007

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 2010

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