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Atty. James P. Hanrath

Atty. James P. Hanrath

Mr. James P.

Chicago Chicago 47 yrs experience 47 year
Call (312) 442-0265 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About James P. Hanrath at a glance

James P. Hanrath is a Principal based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on trademark, copyright, ip, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1979), U.S. Supreme Court (1982), U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademar (1986), and Texas (2011). Educated at DePaul University (J.D. John, 1979) and Illinois State University (B.A., 1976). Active member of Lake County and Illinois State Bar Associations. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. James P. Hanrath is a lawyer practicing patent, trademark, copyright and 4 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Illinois State University in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • James practices in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

James P. Hanrath's Areas of Practice

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

Trademark Law

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Copyright Law

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Intellectual Property

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

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Civil Litigation

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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 P. Hanrath

Where is James P. Hanrath's law office located?
James P. Hanrath's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James P. Hanrath handle?
James P. Hanrath focuses on trademark, copyright, ip, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has James P. Hanrath practiced law?
James P. Hanrath has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did James P. Hanrath go to law school?
James P. Hanrath earned their education at (J.D. John, 1979); (B.A., 1976).
How can I contact James P. Hanrath for a consultation?
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Education

J.D. John
DePaul University
- 1979
B.A.
Illinois State University
- 1976

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1979
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1982
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademar
Admitted: 1986
Texas
Admitted: 2011

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