Atty. David Reuben Melton

Atty. David Reuben Melton

David Reuben Melton is a lawyer practicing intellectual property litigation, patents, trademarks and 2 other areas of law. David received a B.A. degree from University of Wisconsin in 1974, and has been licensed for 49 years.

Evanston Evanston 49 yrs experience 49 year
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Profile Summary

About David Reuben Melton at a glance

David Reuben Melton is a patent, trademark, copyright, ip, and trade secrets attorney based in Evanston, Illinois. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1977), U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1981), U.S. Supreme Court (1982), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit (1991). Educated at University of Chicago (J.D., 1977) and University of Wisconsin (B.A., 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Evanston, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David Reuben Melton is a lawyer practicing intellectual property litigation, patents, trademarks and 2 other areas of law
  • David received a B.A. degree from University of Wisconsin in 1974, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • David practices in Evanston, IL

Practice Areas Explained

David Reuben Melton's Areas of Practice

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

Patent Law

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Trademark Law

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Copyright Law

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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 Reuben Melton is one of 106,079 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Illinois →

Trade Secrets

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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 Evanston 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 David Reuben Melton

Where is David Reuben Melton's law office located?
David Reuben Melton's law practice is located in Evanston, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Reuben Melton handle?
David Reuben Melton focuses on patent, trademark, copyright, ip, trade secrets. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has David Reuben Melton practiced law?
David Reuben Melton has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did David Reuben Melton go to law school?
David Reuben Melton earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.A., 1974).
How can I contact David Reuben Melton for a consultation?
You can contact David Reuben Melton 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 Reuben Melton received?
David Reuben Melton's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Chicago
- 1977
B.A.
University of Wisconsin
- 1974

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1977
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 1981
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1982
U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit
Admitted: 1991

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