Atty. James K. Folker

Atty. James K. Folker

James K. Folker is a lawyer practicing patents, trademarks, copyrights and 2 other areas of law.

Chicago Chicago 30 yrs experience 30 year
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Profile Summary

About James K. Folker at a glance

James K. Folker is an Associate based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Greer, Burns & Crain, Ltd.. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on patent, trademark, and copyright. Admitted to practice in Illinois registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (1996) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois and U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (1996). Educated at Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology (J.D., 1996) and Rutgers University (B.S.M.E., 1987). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James K. Folker is a lawyer practicing patents, trademarks, copyrights and 2 other areas of law
  • James received a B.S.M.E. degree from Rutgers University in 1987, and has been licensed for 30 years
  • James practices at Greer, Burns & Crain, Ltd. in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

James K. Folker's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James K. Folker 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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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 James K. Folker

Where is James K. Folker's law office located?
James K. Folker's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Greer, Burns & Crain, Ltd.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James K. Folker handle?
James K. Folker focuses on patent, trademark, copyright. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has James K. Folker practiced law?
James K. Folker has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
Where did James K. Folker go to law school?
James K. Folker earned their education at (J.D., 1996); (B.S.M.E., 1987).
How can I contact James K. Folker for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology
- 1996
B.S.M.E.
Rutgers University
- 1987

Bar Admissions

Illinois registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
Admitted: 1996
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois and U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit
Admitted: 1996

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