Atty. John Eric Lyhus
John Eric Lyhus is a lawyer practicing construction / development, advertising, trademark and 1 other area of law. John received a B.B.A. degree from University of Wisconsin at Madison in 1980, and has been licensed for 42 years.
Advertising & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 42+ Years Experience
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About John Eric Lyhus at a Glance
John Eric Lyhus is a Member based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Fitch, Even, Tabin & Flannery LLP. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on trademark, copyright, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in New York (1984), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1989), and Illinois (1995). Educated at New York Law School (J.D., 1983) and University of Wisconsin at Madison (B.B.A., 1980). Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About John Eric Lyhus
- John Eric Lyhus is a lawyer practicing construction / development, advertising, trademark and 1 other area of law
- John received a B.B.A. degree from University of Wisconsin at Madison in 1980, and has been licensed for 42 years
- John practices at Fitch, Even, Tabin & Flannery LLP in Chicago, IL
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John Eric Lyhus's Areas of Legal Practice
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Trademark Law in Chicago
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Copyright Law in Chicago
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Entertainment & Sports Law in Chicago
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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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Why Clients in Chicago Choose John Eric Lyhus
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 Eric Lyhus's practice in the field of trademark, copyright, and entertainment.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
John Eric Lyhus brings 42+ 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 New York, U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York, and Illinois, John Eric Lyhus can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trademark, copyright, and entertainment, John Eric Lyhus 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 John Eric Lyhus 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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