Atty. Derek Edward Johnson

Atty. Derek Edward Johnson

Derek Edward Johnson is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, ip litigation, patent prosecution. Derek received a M.S. degree from Illinois Institute of Technology in 2003, and has been licensed for 20 years.

North Chicago North Chicago 20 yrs experience 20 year
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Profile Summary

About Derek Edward Johnson at a glance

Derek Edward Johnson is an Asst. Sr. Coun. Intell. Prop. based in North Chicago, Illinois. They have 20+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2006. Their practice focuses on patent, ip, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (2006). Educated at University of Illinois College of Law (J.D., 2006) and Illinois Institute of Technology (M.S. Vanderbilt, 2003). Serands clients in North Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Derek Edward Johnson is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, ip litigation, patent prosecution
  • Derek received a M.S. degree from Illinois Institute of Technology in 2003, and has been licensed for 20 years
  • Derek practices in North Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Derek Edward Johnson's Areas of Practice

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

Patent 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 North 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 Derek Edward Johnson

Where is Derek Edward Johnson's law office located?
Derek Edward Johnson's law practice is located in North Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Derek Edward Johnson handle?
Derek Edward Johnson focuses on patent, ip, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Derek Edward Johnson practiced law?
Derek Edward Johnson has 20+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2006.
Where did Derek Edward Johnson go to law school?
Derek Edward Johnson earned their education at (J.D., 2006); (M.S. Vanderbilt, 2003).
How can I contact Derek Edward Johnson for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Illinois College of Law
- 2006
M.S. Vanderbilt
Illinois Institute of Technology
- 2003

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 2006

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