Atty. Michael D. Adams

Atty. Michael D. Adams

Michael D. Adams is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, counseling & prosecution, trademark litigation and 5 other areas of law.

Chicago Chicago 24 yrs experience 24 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael D. Adams at a glance

Michael D. Adams is an Attorney based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Mayer Brown Llp. They have 24+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2002. Their practice focuses on trademark, ip, securities, litigation, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in Illinois (2002) and US District Court for the Northern District of Illinois (2002). Educated at DePaul University College of Law (J.D., 2002) and Illinois State University (B.S. Economics, 1998). Active member of Activities Treasurer. Provides legal services in English. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Michael D. Adams is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, counseling & prosecution, trademark litigation and 5 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.S. degree from Illinois State University in 1998, and has been licensed for 24 years
  • Michael practices at Mayer Brown LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Michael D. Adams's Areas of Practice

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

Trademark Law

Michael D. Adams is one of 23,222 trademark attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trademark attorneys in Illinois →

Intellectual Property

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

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Securities Law

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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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Entertainment & Sports Law

Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.

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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 D. Adams

Where is Michael D. Adams's law office located?
Michael D. Adams's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Mayer Brown Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael D. Adams handle?
Michael D. Adams focuses on trademark, ip, securities, litigation, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Michael D. Adams practiced law?
Michael D. Adams has 24+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2002.
What languages does Michael D. Adams speak?
Michael D. Adams provides legal services in English. Bilingual representation can be especially important when contracts, testimony, or court filings require accurate translation.
Where did Michael D. Adams go to law school?
Michael D. Adams earned their education at (J.D., 2002); (B.S. Economics, 1998).
How can I contact Michael D. Adams for a consultation?
You can contact Michael D. Adams 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.

Education

J.D.
DePaul University College of Law
- 2002
B.S. Economics
Illinois State University
- 1998

Languages

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 2002
US District Court for the Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 2002

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