Atty. James W. Potthast
James W. Potthast is a lawyer practicing patents, trademarks, copyrights.
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James W. Potthast is a Member based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Law Offices of Potthast & Associates. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on patent, trademark, and copyright. Admitted to practice in Illinois practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (1972). Educated at DePaul University (J.D., 1972) and Northwestern University (B.S.E.E., 1969). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Chicago and Illinois State Bar Associations Patent Law Association of Chicago. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- James W. Potthast is a lawyer practicing patents, trademarks, copyrights
- James received a B.S.E.E. degree from Northwestern University in 1969, and has been licensed for 54 years
- James practices at Law Offices of Potthast & Associates in Chicago, IL
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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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