Atty. Michael James Ralls

Atty. Michael James Ralls

Mr. Michael James Ralls is a lawyer practicing intellectual property.

Chicago Chicago 41 yrs experience 41 year
Call (970) 286-0899 Book Appointment

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About Michael James Ralls at a glance

Michael James Ralls is a TransUnion LLC based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on ip. Admitted to practice in Oklahoma (1985), Missouri (1986), Illinois (1990), and District of Columbia (1993). Educated at O. W. Coburn School of Law (J.D., 1985) and Rockhurst College (B.A., 1981). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. Michael James Ralls is a lawyer practicing intellectual property
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from Rockhurst College in 1981, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • Michael practices in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Michael James Ralls's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael James Ralls 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 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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Where is Michael James Ralls's law office located?
Michael James Ralls's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael James Ralls handle?
Michael James Ralls focuses on ip. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Michael James Ralls practiced law?
Michael James Ralls has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Michael James Ralls go to law school?
Michael James Ralls earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.A., 1981).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
O. W. Coburn School of Law
- 1985
B.A.
Rockhurst College
- 1981

Bar Admissions

Oklahoma
Admitted: 1985
Missouri
Admitted: 1986
Illinois
Admitted: 1990
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1993

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