Atty. Diane Grace Elder

Atty. Diane Grace Elder

Diane Grace Elder is a lawyer practicing ip due diligence, trademark, copyright & advertising counseling and 2 other areas of law. Diane received a A.B. degree from University of California Berkeley in 1980, and has been licensed for 43 years.

Chicago Chicago 43 yrs experience 43 year
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About Diane Grace Elder at a glance

Diane Grace Elder is a Special Counsel based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Foley & Lardner LLP. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on trademark, copyright, and m&a. Admitted to practice in California (1983) and Illinois United States Supreme Court United States District Court for the Northern District of Illin (1984). Educated at The Law Center at the University of Southern California (J.D., 1983) and University of California Berkeley (A.B. Anthropology, 1980). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Diane Grace Elder is a lawyer practicing ip due diligence, trademark, copyright & advertising counseling and 2 other areas of law
  • Diane received a A.B. degree from University of California Berkeley in 1980, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • Diane practices at Foley & Lardner LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Diane Grace Elder's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Diane Grace Elder handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trademark Law

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Copyright Law

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Mergers & Acquisitions

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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 Diane Grace Elder

Where is Diane Grace Elder's law office located?
Diane Grace Elder's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Foley & Lardner LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Diane Grace Elder handle?
Diane Grace Elder focuses on trademark, copyright, m&a. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Diane Grace Elder practiced law?
Diane Grace Elder has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did Diane Grace Elder go to law school?
Diane Grace Elder earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (A.B. Anthropology, 1980).
How can I contact Diane Grace Elder for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
The Law Center at the University of Southern California
- 1983
A.B. Anthropology
University of California Berkeley
- 1980

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1983
Illinois United States Supreme Court United States District Court for the Northern District of Illin
Admitted: 1984

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