Atty. Edward H. Rice

Atty. Edward H. Rice

Edward H. Rice is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, litigation, patents and 3 other areas of law.

Chicago Chicago 38 yrs experience 38 year
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Profile Summary

About Edward H. Rice at a glance

Edward H. Rice is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Freeborn & Peters LLP. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on patent, ip, litigation, and health care. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1988) and Missouri U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois U.S. District Court, Southern District o (1998). Educated at University of Michigan (J.D., 1988) and University of Michigan (B.A., 1983). Active member of The Missouri Bar American Bar Association. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Edward H. Rice is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, litigation, patents and 3 other areas of law
  • Edward received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1983, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • Edward practices at Freeborn & Peters LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Edward H. Rice's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Edward H. Rice 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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Health Care Law

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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 H. Rice

Where is Edward H. Rice's law office located?
Edward H. Rice's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Freeborn & Peters LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Edward H. Rice handle?
Edward H. Rice focuses on patent, ip, litigation, health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Edward H. Rice practiced law?
Edward H. Rice has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did Edward H. Rice go to law school?
Edward H. Rice earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (B.A., 1983).
How can I contact Edward H. Rice for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Michigan
- 1988
B.A.
University of Michigan
- 1983

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1988
Missouri U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois U.S. District Court, Southern District o
Admitted: 1998

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