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Atty. Edward Jeffrey Karlin

Atty. Edward Jeffrey Karlin

Edward Jeffrey Karlin is a lawyer practicing financial markets and services, intellectual property, commercial and 5 other areas of law. Edward received a B.S. degree from Indiana University in 1974, and has been licensed for 49 years.

Chicago Chicago 49 yrs experience 49 year
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Profile Summary

About Edward Jeffrey Karlin at a glance

Edward Jeffrey Karlin is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on business, ip, and m&a. Admitted to practice in Illinois U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1977). Educated at Northwestern University School of Law (J.D., 1977) and Indiana University (B.S., 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Chicago and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Edward Jeffrey Karlin is a lawyer practicing financial markets and services, intellectual property, commercial and 5 other areas of law
  • Edward received a B.S. degree from Indiana University in 1974, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • Edward practices in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Edward Jeffrey Karlin's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

Edward Jeffrey Karlin is one of 106,079 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Illinois →

Mergers & Acquisitions

Edward Jeffrey Karlin is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Illinois →

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 Jeffrey Karlin

Where is Edward Jeffrey Karlin's law office located?
Edward Jeffrey Karlin's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Edward Jeffrey Karlin handle?
Edward Jeffrey Karlin focuses on business, ip, m&a. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Edward Jeffrey Karlin practiced law?
Edward Jeffrey Karlin has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did Edward Jeffrey Karlin go to law school?
Edward Jeffrey Karlin earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.S., 1974).
How can I contact Edward Jeffrey Karlin for a consultation?
You can contact Edward Jeffrey Karlin directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Edward Jeffrey Karlin received?
Edward Jeffrey Karlin's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Northwestern University School of Law
- 1977
B.S.
Indiana University
- 1974

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1977

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