Atty. Mark Edwin Phelps

Atty. Mark Edwin Phelps

Mark Edwin Phelps is a lawyer practicing intellectual property. Mark received a B.S.M.E. degree from Massachusetts Institute of Technology in 1970, and has been licensed for 51 years.

Chicago Chicago 51 Years Experience 51 year
Call (312) 442-0265

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About Mark Edwin Phelps at a glance

Mark Edwin Phelps is an Attorney based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Leydig, Voit & Mayer, Ltd.. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on ip. Admitted to practice in Illinois U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh and Federal Circuits U.S. District Court, (1975). Educated at Northwestern University (J.D., 1975) and Massachusetts Institute of Technology (B.S.M.E., 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mark Edwin Phelps is a lawyer practicing intellectual property
  • Mark received a B.S.M.E. degree from Massachusetts Institute of Technology in 1970, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • Mark practices at Leydig, Voit & Mayer, Ltd. in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Mark Edwin Phelps's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mark Edwin Phelps handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

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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 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Mark Edwin Phelps

Where is Mark Edwin Phelps's law office located?
Mark Edwin Phelps's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Leydig, Voit & Mayer, Ltd.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Mark Edwin Phelps handle?
Mark Edwin Phelps focuses on ip. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Mark Edwin Phelps practiced law?
Mark Edwin Phelps has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did Mark Edwin Phelps go to law school?
Mark Edwin Phelps earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (B.S.M.E., 1970).
How can I contact Mark Edwin Phelps for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Mark Edwin Phelps received?
Mark Edwin Phelps's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Northwestern University
- 1975
B.S.M.E.
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
- 1970

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh and Federal Circuits U.S. District Court,
Admitted: 1975

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