Atty. James Lawrence Katz

Atty. James Lawrence Katz

James Lawrence Katz is a lawyer practicing patent law. James Lawrence received a B.S.C.E. degree from University of Michigan in 1990, and has been licensed for 28 years.

Chicago Chicago 28 yrs experience 28 year
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Profile Summary

About James Lawrence Katz at a glance

James Lawrence Katz is a Member based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Lempia Summerfield Katz, LLC. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on ip. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1998), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1998), and Michigan registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (2000). Educated at Indiana University School of Law (J.D., 1998) and University of Michigan (B.S.C.E., 1990). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Lawrence Katz is a lawyer practicing patent law
  • James Lawrence received a B.S.C.E. degree from University of Michigan in 1990, and has been licensed for 28 years
  • James Lawrence practices at Lempia Summerfield Katz, LLC in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

James Lawrence Katz's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Lawrence Katz handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Intellectual Property

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

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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 Lawrence Katz

Where is James Lawrence Katz's law office located?
James Lawrence Katz's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Lempia Summerfield Katz, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Lawrence Katz handle?
James Lawrence Katz focuses on ip. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has James Lawrence Katz practiced law?
James Lawrence Katz has 28+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1998.
Where did James Lawrence Katz go to law school?
James Lawrence Katz earned their education at (J.D., 1998); (B.S.C.E., 1990).
How can I contact James Lawrence Katz for a consultation?
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Indiana University School of Law
- 1998
B.S.C.E.
University of Michigan
- 1990

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1998
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1998
Michigan registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
Admitted: 2000

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