Atty. Gerald T. Shekleton
Gerald T. Shekleton is a lawyer practicing litigation, food & agribusiness, advertising & marketing and 5 other areas of law.
Advertising & Marketing & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 53+ Years Experience
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About Gerald T. Shekleton at a Glance
Gerald T. Shekleton is an Of Counsel based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Husch Blackwell LLP. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on patent, trademark, copyright, ip, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1973). Educated at Cleveland-Marshall College of Law, Cleveland State University (J.D., 1973) and Xavier University (B.S. Chemistry, 1969). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Professional Associations and Memberships American Bar Association •American Chemical Society •Chicago Bar Association •Intellectual Property Law Association of Chicago •International Association for the Protection of Intellectual Property. Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Gerald T. Shekleton
- Gerald T. Shekleton is a lawyer practicing litigation, food & agribusiness, advertising & marketing and 5 other areas of law
- Gerald received a B.S. degree from Xavier University in 1969, and has been licensed for 53 years
- Gerald practices at Husch Blackwell LLP in Chicago, IL
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Gerald T. Shekleton's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Gerald T. Shekleton 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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Intellectual Property in Chicago
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
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Civil Litigation in Chicago
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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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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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Chicago Choose Gerald T. Shekleton
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 Gerald T. Shekleton's practice in the field of patent, trademark, copyright, ip, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Gerald T. Shekleton brings 53+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering patent, trademark, and copyright, Gerald T. Shekleton 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 Gerald T. Shekleton 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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Common Legal Issues Gerald T. Shekleton Handles in Chicago
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