Atty. Jody L. Factor
Jody L. Factor is a lawyer practicing patent, trademark and copyright, unfair competition, administrative agency and 1 other area of law.
Administrative Agency & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 38+ Years Experience
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About Jody L. Factor at a Glance
Jody L. Factor is a Member based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Factor & Lake. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on trademark, copyright, and government. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1988), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1988), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (1993). Educated at John Marshall Law School (J.D., 1988) and Western Illinois University (B.S., 1981). Active member of Chicago and DuPage County Bar Associations. Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Jody L. Factor
- Jody L. Factor is a lawyer practicing patent, trademark and copyright, unfair competition, administrative agency and 1 other area of law
- Jody received a B.S. degree from Western Illinois University in 1981, and has been licensed for 38 years
- Jody practices at Factor & Lake in Chicago, IL
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Jody L. Factor's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jody L. Factor handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chicago.
Trademark Law in Chicago
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Copyright Law in Chicago
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Government & Administrative Law in Chicago
Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Chicago
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 venue, 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.
Chicago Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Chicago-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Chicago Choose Jody L. Factor
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Jody L. Factor's practice in the field of trademark, copyright, and government.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Jody L. Factor brings 38+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Illinois, U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois, and U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, Jody L. Factor can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trademark, copyright, and government, Jody L. Factor can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Chicago
A Chicago-based practice means Jody L. Factor attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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