Atty. Michael A. Hierl

Atty. Michael A. Hierl

Mr. Michael A.

Chicago Chicago 46 yrs experience 46 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael A. Hierl at a glance

Michael A. Hierl is a Shareholder based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Hughes Socol Piers Resnick & Dym, Ltd.. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on trademark, copyright, and ip. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1980), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois including Trial Bar (1980), U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1981), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Offic (1982). Educated at John Marshall Law School (J.D., 1980) and Southern Illinois University (B.S. Northwestern, 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Chicago, Illinois State and American Bar Associations International Trademark Association American Intellectual Property Law Association Intellectual Property Law Association of Chicago. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Michael A. Hierl is a lawyer practicing patent law, trademark law, copyright law and 1 other area of law
  • Michael received a B.S. degree from Southern Illinois University in 1975, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Michael practices at Hughes Socol Piers Resnick & Dym, Ltd. in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Michael A. Hierl's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael A. Hierl handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trademark Law

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Copyright Law

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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 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 Michael A. Hierl

Where is Michael A. Hierl's law office located?
Michael A. Hierl's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Hughes Socol Piers Resnick & Dym, Ltd.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael A. Hierl handle?
Michael A. Hierl focuses on trademark, copyright, ip. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Michael A. Hierl practiced law?
Michael A. Hierl has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Michael A. Hierl go to law school?
Michael A. Hierl earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.S. Northwestern, 1975).
How can I contact Michael A. Hierl for a consultation?
You can contact Michael A. Hierl directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Michael A. Hierl received?
Michael A. Hierl's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
John Marshall Law School
- 1980
B.S. Northwestern
Southern Illinois University
- 1975

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1980
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois including Trial Bar
Admitted: 1980
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 1981
U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Offic
Admitted: 1982

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