Copyrights & More Attorney · Serving Madison, WI · 18+ Years Experience
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About John D. Gentry at a Glance
John D. Gentry is a trademark, copyright, litigation, and entertainment attorney based in Madison, Wisconsin. They have 18+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2008. Admitted to practice in Wisconsin (2008). Educated at University of Wisconsin Law School (J.D., 2008) and University of Illinois (B.S.B.A. University, 2004). Active member of Dane County, Milwaukee County and American Bar Associations State Bar of Wisconsin. Serves clients in Madison, WI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About John D. Gentry
- Atty. John D. Gentry is a lawyer practicing litigation, trademarks, copyrights and 1 other area of law
- John received a B.S.B.A. degree from University of Illinois in 2004, and has been licensed for 18 years
- John practices in Madison, WI
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John D. Gentry's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John D. Gentry handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Madison.
Trademark Law in Madison
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Copyright Law in Madison
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Civil Litigation in Madison
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Entertainment & Sports Law in Madison
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Madison
Practicing law in Wisconsin. Legal matters in Wisconsin are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Madison are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Wisconsin state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Madison Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Madison-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 Madison Choose John D. Gentry
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 John D. Gentry's practice in the field of trademark, copyright, litigation, and entertainment.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
John D. Gentry brings 18+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trademark, copyright, and litigation, John D. Gentry can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Madison
A Madison-based practice means John D. Gentry 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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