Atty. Michael P. Chu

Atty. Michael P. Chu

Michael P. Chu focuses his practice on all aspects of patent law, including complex litigation, opinions and prosecution.

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  • 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/

Profile Summary

About Michael P. Chu at a glance

Michael P. Chu is a patent, trademark, and ip attorney based in Chicago, Illinois. They practice at McDermott Will & Schulte. Serving clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

Practice Areas Explained

Michael P. Chu's Areas of Practice

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

Patent Law

Michael P. Chu is one of 18,874 patent attorneys indexed nationally. Browse patent attorneys in Illinois →

Trademark 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.

Michael P. Chu is one of 94,505 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Illinois →

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 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael P. Chu

Where is Michael P. Chu's law office located?
Michael P. Chu's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is McDermott Will & Schulte. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael P. Chu handle?
Michael P. Chu focuses on patent, trademark, ip. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
Where did Michael P. Chu go to law school?
Michael P. Chu earned their education at (J.D., 1992).
How can I contact Michael P. Chu for a consultation?
You can contact Michael P. Chu 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.
What awards or recognition has Michael P. Chu received?
Michael P. Chu's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Patent; Best Lawyers in America — Patent Law; Best Lawyers in America — Trademark Law; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:.

Education

J.D.
William & Mary Law School
- 1992

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Patent
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Patent Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Trademark Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Copyright Law
- 2026

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