Atty. John Christopher Filosa

Atty. John Christopher Filosa

John Christopher Filosa is a lawyer practicing general practice, intellectual property, litigation and 5 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years.

Chicago Chicago 42 yrs experience 42 year
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Profile Summary

About John Christopher Filosa at a glance

John Christopher Filosa is a Senior Counsel based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Baker And Mckenzie Llp. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on trademark, business, ip, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1984), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1984), U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit (1990), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit (1991). Educated at University of Illinois College of Law (J.D., 1984) and University of Notre Dame (B.A., 1981). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John Christopher Filosa is a lawyer practicing general practice, intellectual property, litigation and 5 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • John practices at Baker & McKenzie LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

John Christopher Filosa's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Christopher Filosa handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trademark 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

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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 John Christopher Filosa

Where is John Christopher Filosa's law office located?
John Christopher Filosa's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Baker And Mckenzie Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Christopher Filosa handle?
John Christopher Filosa focuses on trademark, business, ip, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has John Christopher Filosa practiced law?
John Christopher Filosa has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did John Christopher Filosa go to law school?
John Christopher Filosa earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.A., 1981).
How can I contact John Christopher Filosa for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John Christopher Filosa received?
John Christopher Filosa's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
University of Illinois College of Law
- 1984
B.A.
University of Notre Dame
- 1981

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1984
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1984
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 1990
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
Admitted: 1991
U.S. District Court, Western District of Michigan
Admitted: 1997
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 1998
U.S. District Court, Western District of Texas
Admitted: 1999
U.S. District Court, District of Colorado
Admitted: 1999
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 1999
U.S. District Court, Western District of Wisconsin
Admitted: 2008

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