Atty. Edward Emmett Clair

Atty. Edward Emmett Clair

Edward Emmett Clair is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, patent prosecution, electrical patents and 11 other areas of law. Edward received a B.S.E.E. degree from Marquette University in 1996, and has been licensed for 27 years.

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About Edward Emmett Clair at a glance

Edward Emmett Clair is a Member based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Their practice focuses on patent, trademark, copyright, ip, and trade secrets. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1999) and Wisconsin (2021). Educated at IIT Chicago-Kent College of Law (J.D., 1999) and Marquette University (B.S.E.E., 1996). Active member of Chicago, Illinois State and American Bar Associations The Intellectual Property Law Association of Chicago Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers American Intellectual Property Law Association. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Edward Emmett Clair is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, patent prosecution, electrical patents and 11 other areas of law
  • Edward received a B.S.E.E. degree from Marquette University in 1996, and has been licensed for 27 years
  • Edward practices in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Edward Emmett Clair's Areas of Practice

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

Patent Law

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Trademark Law

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Copyright 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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Trade Secrets

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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 Edward Emmett Clair

Where is Edward Emmett Clair's law office located?
Edward Emmett Clair's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Edward Emmett Clair handle?
Edward Emmett Clair focuses on patent, trademark, copyright, ip, trade secrets. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Edward Emmett Clair practiced law?
Edward Emmett Clair has 27+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1999.
Where did Edward Emmett Clair go to law school?
Edward Emmett Clair earned their education at (J.D., 1999); (B.S.E.E., 1996).
How can I contact Edward Emmett Clair for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
IIT Chicago-Kent College of Law
- 1999
B.S.E.E.
Marquette University
- 1996

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1999
Wisconsin
Admitted: 2021

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