Atty. Michael P. Chu
Michael P. Chu focuses his practice on all aspects of patent law, including complex litigation, opinions and prosecution.
Litigation - Patent & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL
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About Michael P. Chu at a Glance
Michael P. Chu is a patent, trademark, and ip attorney based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at McDermott Will & Schulte. Educated at William & Mary Law School (J.D., 1992). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Patent (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Patent Law (2026). Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael P. Chu
- Michael P. Chu focuses his practice on all aspects of patent law, including complex litigation, opinions and prosecution
- He serves as the Local IP Litigation Practice Group Leader in McDermott’s Chicago office
- Mike is also the Chair of the Firm’s Racial & Ethnic Diversity Committee
- Read full biography: https://www.mwe.com/people/chu-michael-p/
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Michael P. Chu's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael P. Chu handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chicago.
Patent Law in Chicago
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Trademark Law in Chicago
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Intellectual Property in Chicago
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
Michael P. Chu is one of 105,285 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Illinois →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Chicago
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 venue, 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.
Chicago Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Chicago-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Chicago Choose Michael P. Chu
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Michael P. Chu's practice in the field of patent, trademark, and ip.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering patent, trademark, and ip, Michael P. Chu can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Chicago
A Chicago-based practice means Michael P. Chu attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Michael P. Chu Handles in Chicago
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