Atty. Derek E. Clements
Derek E. Clements, a seasoned attorney with over a decade of experience in patent law, brings extensive technical skills to his role.
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Derek E. Clements is a President & Founder based in Naperville, Illinois, practicing at Clements IP, LLC. They have 12+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2014. Their practice focuses on trademark, copyright, business, real estate, and ip. Admitted to practice in Illinois registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (2014). Educated at John Marshall Law School (J.D., 2014) and Indiana University B.S. Bilogy (—). Serves clients in Naperville, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Derek E. Clements, a seasoned attorney with over a decade of experience in patent law, brings extensive technical skills to his role
- His practice encompasses drafting and prosecuting patents across a diverse array of industries, including mechanical, electrical, and software sectors
- Derek’s work includes groundbreaking technologies in medical devices, consumer products, industrial machinery, automotive systems, and aeronautical innovations
- He is particularly well-versed in cutting-edge software developments, such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, and distributed ledger technology
- Derek's proficiency extends to securing intellectual property rights both domestically and in foreign jurisdictions, underscoring his global perspective on IP law
- His career has been enriched by his experience on both sides of the patent process—initially at the United States Patent and Trademark Office and later at a prestigious Big Law firm serving Fortune 100 clients
- This dual experience equips him with a comprehensive understanding of the patent landscape
- Derek is an active member of several esteemed professional organizations, including the Intellectual Property Law Association of Chicago (IPLAC), the Chicago Bar Association (CBA), and the Illinois State Bar Association, actively contributing to the legal community and advancing the field of intellectual property law
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Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
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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 Naperville 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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