Atty. James P. Naughton

Atty. James P. Naughton

James P. Naughton is a lawyer practicing communications / media, business, electrical & computer and 6 other areas of law.

Chicago Chicago 45 yrs experience 45 year
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About James P. Naughton at a glance

James P. Naughton is a Shareholder based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Brinks Gilson & Lione. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on patent, business, ip, litigation, and health care. Admitted to practice in Illinois registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (1981) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois, including Trial Bar and U.S. Court of Appeals fo (1981). Educated at University of Illinois College of Law (J.D., 1981) and University of Illinois (B.S.E.E., 1978). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Chicago and American Bar Associations American Intellectual Property Law Association Lawyers for the Creative Arts Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James P. Naughton is a lawyer practicing communications / media, business, electrical & computer and 6 other areas of law
  • James received a B.S.E.E. degree from University of Illinois in 1978, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • James practices at Brinks Gilson & Lione in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

James P. Naughton's Areas of Practice

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

Patent Law

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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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

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Health Care Law

Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.

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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. Naughton

Where is James P. Naughton's law office located?
James P. Naughton's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Brinks Gilson & Lione. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James P. Naughton handle?
James P. Naughton focuses on patent, business, ip, litigation, health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has James P. Naughton practiced law?
James P. Naughton has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did James P. Naughton go to law school?
James P. Naughton earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.S.E.E., 1978).
How can I contact James P. Naughton for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James P. Naughton received?
James P. Naughton's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Illinois College of Law
- 1981
B.S.E.E.
University of Illinois
- 1978

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
Admitted: 1981
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois, including Trial Bar and U.S. Court of Appeals fo
Admitted: 1981

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