Atty. Michael Joseph Harris

Atty. Michael Joseph Harris

Michael Joseph Harris is a lawyer practicing appellate litigation, copyright, counseling and 13 other areas of law. Michael received a B.S.E.E. degree from Valparaiso University in 2000, and has been licensed for 53 years.

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Profile Summary

About Michael Joseph Harris at a glance

Michael Joseph Harris is an Attorney based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Banner & Witcoff, Ltd.. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on patent, trademark, copyright, ip, and trade secrets. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1973), Illinois (2003), and Supreme Court of Illinois U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals for th (2003). Educated at University of Illinois (J.D., 2003) and Valparaiso University (B.S.E.E., 2000). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael Joseph Harris is a lawyer practicing appellate litigation, copyright, counseling and 13 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.S.E.E. degree from Valparaiso University in 2000, and has been licensed for 53 years
  • Michael practices at Banner & Witcoff, Ltd. in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Joseph Harris's Areas of Practice

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

Patent Law

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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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Trade Secrets

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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 Joseph Harris

Where is Michael Joseph Harris's law office located?
Michael Joseph Harris's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Banner & Witcoff, Ltd.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Joseph Harris handle?
Michael Joseph Harris focuses on patent, trademark, copyright, ip, trade secrets. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Michael Joseph Harris practiced law?
Michael Joseph Harris has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did Michael Joseph Harris go to law school?
Michael Joseph Harris earned their education at (J.D., 2003); (B.S.E.E., 2000).
How can I contact Michael Joseph Harris for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Illinois
- 2003
B.S.E.E.
Valparaiso University
- 2000

Bar Admissions

District of Columbia
Admitted: 1973
Illinois
Admitted: 2003
Supreme Court of Illinois U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals for th
Admitted: 2003

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