Atty. Lawrence Jay Crain
Atty. Lawrence Jay Crain is a lawyer practicing patents, trademarks, copyrights and 4 other areas of law.
Copyrights & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 43+ Years Experience
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About Lawrence Jay Crain at a Glance
Lawrence Jay Crain is a Member based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Greer, Burns & Crain, Ltd.. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on patent, trademark, copyright, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1983), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1983), Wisconsin (1985), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Tra (1985). Educated at Loyola University of Chicago (J.D., 1983) and University of Illinois (B.S. University, 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of AIPPI, Chicago Bar Association State Bar of Wisconsin Intellectual Property Law Association of Chicago Industrial Association for the Protection of Industrial Property. Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Lawrence Jay Crain
- Atty. Lawrence Jay Crain is a lawyer practicing patents, trademarks, copyrights and 4 other areas of law
- Lawrence received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois in 1975, and has been licensed for 43 years
- Lawrence practices at Greer, Burns & Crain, Ltd. in Chicago, IL
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Lawrence Jay Crain's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Lawrence Jay Crain handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chicago.
Patent Law in Chicago
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Trademark Law in Chicago
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Copyright Law in Chicago
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Civil Litigation in Chicago
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Jurisdictional Context
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 Lawrence Jay Crain
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 Lawrence Jay Crain's practice in the field of patent, trademark, copyright, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Lawrence Jay Crain brings 43+ 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 Illinois, U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois, and Wisconsin, Lawrence Jay Crain can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering patent, trademark, and copyright, Lawrence Jay Crain 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 Lawrence Jay Crain 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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