Atty. David Barry Goroff
David Barry Goroff is a lawyer practicing securities & investment fraud, litigation, intellectual property and 7 other areas of law. David received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois, and has been licensed for 41 years.
Intellectual Property & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 41+ Years Experience
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About David Barry Goroff at a Glance
David Barry Goroff is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Foley & Lardner LLP. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on ip, bankruptcy, securities, estate litigation, and creditor rights. Admitted to practice in Illinois U.S. District Courts for the Northern District of Illinois, Central District of Illinois, E (1985). Educated at Columbia University Law School J.D. 1985 Harlan Fiske Stone Scholar Columbia University Law School J.D. Notes and Comments Editor (—) and University of Illinois B.A. summa cum laude University of Illinois B.A. Phi Beta Kappa (—). Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David Barry Goroff
- David Barry Goroff is a lawyer practicing securities & investment fraud, litigation, intellectual property and 7 other areas of law
- David received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois, and has been licensed for 41 years
- David practices at Foley & Lardner LLP in Chicago, IL
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David Barry Goroff's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Barry Goroff handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chicago.
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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Bankruptcy & Debt in Chicago
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
David Barry Goroff is one of 104,458 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Illinois →
Securities Law in Chicago
David Barry Goroff is one of 64,075 securities attorneys indexed nationally. Browse securities attorneys in Illinois →
Estate & Trust Litigation in Chicago
David Barry Goroff is one of 19,876 estate litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate litigation attorneys in Illinois →
Creditor Rights & Collections 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 David Barry Goroff
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 David Barry Goroff's practice in the field of ip, bankruptcy, securities, estate litigation, and creditor rights.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David Barry Goroff brings 41+ 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 ip, bankruptcy, and securities, David Barry Goroff 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 David Barry Goroff attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues David Barry Goroff Handles in Chicago
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters David Barry Goroff has experience with under Illinois law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact David Barry Goroff directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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