Atty. David Lee Applegate

Atty. David Lee Applegate

David Lee Applegate is a lawyer practicing appellate, commercial litigation, insurance and 2 other areas of law. David received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1975, and has been licensed for 48 years.

Chicago Chicago 48 Years Experience 48 year
Call (412) 397-7278

Profile Summary

About David Lee Applegate at a glance

David Lee Applegate is an Of Counsel based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Williams Barber & Morel Ltd.. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on business, ip, litigation, insurance, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Illinois U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (including the trial bar) United States (1978). Educated at The University of Chicago Law School (J.D., 1978) and Yale University (B.A. Political, 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Professional Activities Mr and Linn American Inn of Court. Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David Lee Applegate is a lawyer practicing appellate, commercial litigation, insurance and 2 other areas of law
  • David received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1975, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • David practices at Williams Barber & Morel Ltd. in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

David Lee Applegate's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

David Lee Applegate is one of 94,505 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Illinois →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

David Lee Applegate is one of 109,871 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in Illinois →

Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

David Lee Applegate is one of 77,587 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate attorneys in Illinois →

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 Lee Applegate

Where is David Lee Applegate's law office located?
David Lee Applegate's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Williams Barber & Morel Ltd.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Lee Applegate handle?
David Lee Applegate focuses on business, ip, litigation, insurance, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has David Lee Applegate practiced law?
David Lee Applegate has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did David Lee Applegate go to law school?
David Lee Applegate earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.A. Political, 1975).
How can I contact David Lee Applegate for a consultation?
You can contact David Lee Applegate directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has David Lee Applegate received?
David Lee Applegate's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
The University of Chicago Law School
- 1978
B.A. Political
Yale University
- 1975

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (including the trial bar) United States
Admitted: 1978

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