Atty. Edward Michael Keating
Edward Michael Keating is a lawyer practicing patent, trademark and copyright law, unfair competition causes, patent application and 1 other area of law. Edward received a B.S. degree from Illinois Institute of Technology in 1952, and has been licensed for 66 years.
Patent Application & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 66+ Years Experience
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About Edward Michael Keating at a Glance
Edward Michael Keating is a patent, trademark, and copyright attorney based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 66+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1960. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1960) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois, Trial Bar registered to practice before U.S. Pat (1982). Educated at DePaul University (J.D., 1960) and Illinois Institute of Technology (B.S., 1952). Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Edward Michael Keating
- Edward Michael Keating is a lawyer practicing patent, trademark and copyright law, unfair competition causes, patent application and 1 other area of law
- Edward received a B.S. degree from Illinois Institute of Technology in 1952, and has been licensed for 66 years
- Edward practices in Chicago, IL
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Edward Michael Keating's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Edward Michael Keating handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chicago.
Patent Law in Chicago
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Trademark Law in Chicago
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Copyright Law in Chicago
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Chicago
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 venue, 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.
Chicago Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Chicago-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Why Clients in Chicago Choose Edward Michael Keating
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Edward Michael Keating's practice in the field of patent, trademark, and copyright.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Edward Michael Keating brings 66+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Illinois and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois, Trial Bar registered to practice before U.S. Pat, Edward Michael Keating can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering patent, trademark, and copyright, Edward Michael Keating can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Chicago
A Chicago-based practice means Edward Michael Keating attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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