Atty. Douglas S. Rupert

Atty. Douglas S. Rupert

Douglas S. Rupert is a lawyer practicing electrical, mechanical, & computer science litigation, electrical, mechanical, & computer science prosecution, intellectual property and 3 other areas of law.

Chicago Chicago 29 yrs experience 29 year
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Profile Summary

About Douglas S. Rupert at a glance

Douglas S. Rupert is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Baker & Hostetler LLP. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on patent, ip, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois U.S. Patent & Trademark Office (1997). Educated at Loyola University Chicago School of Law J.D. Loyola University Chicago School of Law (J.D., 1997) and Michigan State University B.S. Electrical Engineering Michigan State University (B.S. Electrical, 1994). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Douglas S. Rupert is a lawyer practicing electrical, mechanical, & computer science litigation, electrical, mechanical, & computer science prosecution, intellectual property and 3 other areas of law
  • Douglas received a B.S. degree from Michigan State University, and has been licensed for 29 years
  • Douglas practices at Baker & Hostetler LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Douglas S. Rupert's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Douglas S. Rupert 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 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 Douglas S. Rupert

Where is Douglas S. Rupert's law office located?
Douglas S. Rupert's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Baker & Hostetler LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Douglas S. Rupert handle?
Douglas S. Rupert focuses on patent, ip, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Douglas S. Rupert practiced law?
Douglas S. Rupert has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did Douglas S. Rupert go to law school?
Douglas S. Rupert earned their education at (J.D., 1997); (B.S. Electrical, 1994).
How can I contact Douglas S. Rupert for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Loyola University Chicago School of Law J.D. Loyola University Chicago School of Law
- 1997
B.S. Electrical
Michigan State University B.S. Electrical Engineering Michigan State University
- 1994

Bar Admissions

Illinois U.S. Patent & Trademark Office
Admitted: 1997

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