Atty. Jeffry Michael Nichols

Atty. Jeffry Michael Nichols

Jeffry Michael Nichols is a lawyer practicing communications / media, patent infringement, appellate and 11 other areas of law. Jeffry received a B.S. degree from Truman State University in 1997, and has been licensed for 26 years.

Chicago Chicago 26 yrs experience 26 year
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About Jeffry Michael Nichols at a glance

Jeffry Michael Nichols is a Shareholder based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Brinks Gilson & Lione. They have 26+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2000. Their practice focuses on patent, copyright, ip, trade secrets, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit U.S. Court of (2000). Educated at University of Connecticut School of Law (J.D., 2000) and Truman State University (B.S. Chemistry, 1997). Active member of Chicago, Illinois State and American Bar Associations American Chemical Society American Intellectual Property Law Association Intellectual Property Law Association of Chicago. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Jeffry Michael Nichols is a lawyer practicing communications / media, patent infringement, appellate and 11 other areas of law
  • Jeffry received a B.S. degree from Truman State University in 1997, and has been licensed for 26 years
  • Jeffry practices at Brinks Gilson & Lione in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Jeffry Michael Nichols's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jeffry Michael Nichols handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Patent 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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Trade Secrets

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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 Jeffry Michael Nichols

Where is Jeffry Michael Nichols's law office located?
Jeffry Michael Nichols'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 Jeffry Michael Nichols handle?
Jeffry Michael Nichols focuses on patent, copyright, ip, trade secrets, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Jeffry Michael Nichols practiced law?
Jeffry Michael Nichols has 26+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2000.
Where did Jeffry Michael Nichols go to law school?
Jeffry Michael Nichols earned their education at (J.D., 2000); (B.S. Chemistry, 1997).
How can I contact Jeffry Michael Nichols for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Connecticut School of Law
- 2000
B.S. Chemistry
Truman State University
- 1997

Bar Admissions

Illinois U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit U.S. Court of
Admitted: 2000

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