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John S. Skilton is a Partner based in Madison, Wisconsin, practicing at Perkins Coie LLP. They have 57+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1969. Their practice focuses on patent, trademark, copyright, ip, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Wisconsin (1969) and District of Columbia U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia U.S. District Court, Eastern D (2000). Educated at University of Wisconsin-Madison (J.D., 1969) and University of Wisconsin-Madison (B.A., 1966). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Dane County Bar Association Seventh Circuit Bar Association (Member, Board of Governor's, 1980-1995 President, 1985-1986) American Law Institute American Academy of Appellate Lawyers. Serands clients in Madison, WI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Atty. John S. Skilton is a lawyer practicing patent application, intellectual property litigation, patents and 8 other areas of law
- John received a B.A. degree from University of Wisconsin-Madison in 1966, and has been licensed for 57 years
- John practices at Perkins Coie LLP in Madison, WI
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IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
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Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Why local counsel matters in Wisconsin
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 andnue, 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.
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