Atty. Mark Lawrence Kaufmann

Atty. Mark Lawrence Kaufmann

Mark Lawrence Kaufmann is a lawyer practicing privacy, intellectual property, counseling and 10 other areas of law. Mark received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois in 1986, and has been licensed for 37 years.

Chicago Chicago 37 yrs experience 37 year
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Profile Summary

About Mark Lawrence Kaufmann at a glance

Mark Lawrence Kaufmann is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Sidley Austin LLP. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on ip, m&a, litigation, and health care. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1989) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1989). Educated at University of Illinois College of Law (J.D., 1989) and University of Illinois (B.S., 1986). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mark Lawrence Kaufmann is a lawyer practicing privacy, intellectual property, counseling and 10 other areas of law
  • Mark received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois in 1986, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • Mark practices at Sidley Austin LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Mark Lawrence Kaufmann's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mark Lawrence Kaufmann 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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Mergers & Acquisitions

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Health Care Law

Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.

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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 andnue, 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 Lawrence Kaufmann

Where is Mark Lawrence Kaufmann's law office located?
Mark Lawrence Kaufmann's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Sidley Austin LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Mark Lawrence Kaufmann handle?
Mark Lawrence Kaufmann focuses on ip, m&a, litigation, health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Mark Lawrence Kaufmann practiced law?
Mark Lawrence Kaufmann has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did Mark Lawrence Kaufmann go to law school?
Mark Lawrence Kaufmann earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.S., 1986).
How can I contact Mark Lawrence Kaufmann for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Illinois College of Law
- 1989
B.S.
University of Illinois
- 1986

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1989
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1989

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