Atty. Derek Bernard Payette

Atty. Derek Bernard Payette

Derek Bernard Payette is a lawyer practicing antitrust / trade law, intellectual property, litigation. Derek received a B.A. degree from Michigan State University, and has been licensed for 18 years.

Chicago Chicago 18 yrs experience 18 year
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About Derek Bernard Payette at a glance

Derek Bernard Payette is an Associate based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Dykema. They have 18+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2008. Their practice focuses on ip and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (2008) and Massachusetts (2015). Educated at DePaul University College of Law J.D. (—) and Michigan State University B.A. (—). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Derek Bernard Payette is a lawyer practicing antitrust / trade law, intellectual property, litigation
  • Derek received a B.A. degree from Michigan State University, and has been licensed for 18 years
  • Derek practices at Dykema in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Derek Bernard Payette's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Derek Bernard Payette handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Intellectual Property

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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

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Where is Derek Bernard Payette's law office located?
Derek Bernard Payette's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Dykema. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Derek Bernard Payette handle?
Derek Bernard Payette focuses on ip, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Derek Bernard Payette practiced law?
Derek Bernard Payette has 18+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2008.
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Education

DePaul University College of Law J.D.
- In Progress
Michigan State University B.A.
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 2008
Massachusetts
Admitted: 2015

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