Atty. Deborah Schavey Ruff

Atty. Deborah Schavey Ruff

Deborah Schavey Ruff is a lawyer practicing patent prosecution, licensing, intellectual property and 7 other areas of law. Deborah received a B.S. degree from Purdue University in 1981, and has been licensed for 39 years.

Chicago Chicago 39 yrs experience 39 year
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About Deborah Schavey Ruff at a glance

Deborah Schavey Ruff is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Mayer Brown Llp. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on patent, trademark, ip, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1987), US District Court for the Northern District of Illinois (1987), and US Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit Canadian Intellectual Property Office US Patent , Tradem (1988). Educated at Valparaiso University School of Law (J.D., 1986) and Purdue University (B.S. Microbiology, 1981). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Deborah Schavey Ruff is a lawyer practicing patent prosecution, licensing, intellectual property and 7 other areas of law
  • Deborah received a B.S. degree from Purdue University in 1981, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • Deborah practices at Mayer Brown LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Deborah Schavey Ruff's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Deborah Schavey Ruff handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Patent Law

Deborah Schavey Ruff is one of 20,749 patent attorneys indexed nationally. Browse patent attorneys in Illinois →

Trademark 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.

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Civil Litigation

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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 Deborah Schavey Ruff

Where is Deborah Schavey Ruff's law office located?
Deborah Schavey Ruff's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Mayer Brown Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Deborah Schavey Ruff handle?
Deborah Schavey Ruff focuses on patent, trademark, ip, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Deborah Schavey Ruff practiced law?
Deborah Schavey Ruff has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Deborah Schavey Ruff go to law school?
Deborah Schavey Ruff earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.S. Microbiology, 1981).
How can I contact Deborah Schavey Ruff for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Deborah Schavey Ruff received?
Deborah Schavey Ruff's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Valparaiso University School of Law
- 1986
B.S. Microbiology
Purdue University
- 1981

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1987
US District Court for the Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1987
US Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit Canadian Intellectual Property Office US Patent , Tradem
Admitted: 1988

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