Atty. Michael James Nilles

Atty. Michael James Nilles

Atty. Michael James Nilles is a lawyer practicing trademark law, copyright law, unfair competition law.

Racine Racine 51 yrs experience 51 year
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About Michael James Nilles at a glance

Michael James Nilles is a trademark and copyright attorney based in Racine, Wisconsin. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1975), Wisconsin (inactive) (1975), and U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit and U.S. District Court, Eastern and Western Districts (1975). Educated at John Marshall Law School (J.D., 1975) and St. Norbert College (B.B.A., 1971). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Racine, WI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Atty. Michael James Nilles is a lawyer practicing trademark law, copyright law, unfair competition law
  • Michael received a B.B.A. degree from St. Norbert College in 1971, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • Michael practices in Racine, WI

Practice Areas Explained

Michael James Nilles's Areas of Practice

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

Trademark Law

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Copyright Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Wisconsin

Practicing law in Wisconsin. Legal matters in Wisconsin are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Racine are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Wisconsin state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Where is Michael James Nilles's law office located?
Michael James Nilles's law practice is located in Racine, Wisconsin. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael James Nilles handle?
Michael James Nilles focuses on trademark, copyright. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Wisconsin.
How long has Michael James Nilles practiced law?
Michael James Nilles has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did Michael James Nilles go to law school?
Michael James Nilles earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (B.B.A., 1971).
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What awards or recognition has Michael James Nilles received?
Michael James Nilles's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
John Marshall Law School
- 1975
B.B.A.
St. Norbert College
- 1971

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1975
Wisconsin (inactive)
Admitted: 1975
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit and U.S. District Court, Eastern and Western Districts
Admitted: 1975

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