Atty. Joel Wayne Benson

Atty. Joel Wayne Benson

Mr. Joel Wayne Benson is a lawyer practicing appellate, copyright, electrical & computer and 6 other areas of law.

Crystal Lake Crystal Lake 48 yrs experience 48 year
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Profile Summary

About Joel Wayne Benson at a glance

Joel Wayne Benson is a patent, copyright, ip, trade secrets, and litigation attorney based in Crystal Lake, Illinois. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit U.S. Dis (1978) and Illinois U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia U.S (1980). Educated at Georgetown University Law Center (J.D., 1978) and University of Michigan (B.S. Electrical, 1971). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of District of Columbia Bar Chicago, Illinois State and American Bar Associations American Intellectual Property Law Association. Serands clients in Crystal Lake, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Joel Wayne Benson is a lawyer practicing appellate, copyright, electrical & computer and 6 other areas of law
  • Joel received a B.S. degree from University of Michigan in 1971, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • Joel practices in Crystal Lake, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Joel Wayne Benson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Joel Wayne Benson handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Patent Law

Joel Wayne Benson is one of 20,749 patent attorneys indexed nationally. Browse patent attorneys in Illinois →

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

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

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Illinois

Practforg law in Illinois. Legal matters in Illinois are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand law. Cases originating in Crystal Lake 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 substantiand 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 Joel Wayne Benson

Where is Joel Wayne Benson's law office located?
Joel Wayne Benson's law practice is located in Crystal Lake, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joel Wayne Benson handle?
Joel Wayne Benson focuses on patent, copyright, ip, trade secrets, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Joel Wayne Benson practiced law?
Joel Wayne Benson has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did Joel Wayne Benson go to law school?
Joel Wayne Benson earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.S. Electrical, 1971).
How can I contact Joel Wayne Benson for a consultation?
You can contact Joel Wayne Benson directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Joel Wayne Benson received?
Joel Wayne Benson's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Georgetown University Law Center
- 1978
B.S. Electrical
University of Michigan
- 1971

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

District of Columbia U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit U.S. Dis
Admitted: 1978
Illinois U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia U.S
Admitted: 1980

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