Atty. Michael Patrick Bennett
Michael Patrick Bennett is a lawyer practicing data centers, incident response team, intellectual property and 11 other areas of law. Michael received a degree from DePaul University, and has been licensed for 37 years.
Data Centers & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 37+ Years Experience
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About Michael Patrick Bennett at a Glance
Michael Patrick Bennett is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Locke Lord LLP. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on trademark, copyright, ip, bankruptcy, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1989). Educated at Loyola University Chicago School of Law (J.D., 1989) and DePaul University Computer Career Program University of Notre Dame (B.A. Government, 1982). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Memberships Chicago Bar Association American Bar Association, Co-chair, Open Source Software Committee Illinois State Bar Association International Association of Privacy Professionals. Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael Patrick Bennett
- Michael Patrick Bennett is a lawyer practicing data centers, incident response team, intellectual property and 11 other areas of law
- Michael received a degree from DePaul University, and has been licensed for 37 years
- Michael practices at Locke Lord LLP in Chicago, IL
Practice Areas Explained
Michael Patrick Bennett's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Patrick Bennett handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chicago.
Trademark Law in Chicago
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Copyright 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.
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Bankruptcy & Debt in Chicago
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
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Entertainment & Sports Law in Chicago
Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.
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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 Patrick Bennett
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 Patrick Bennett's practice in the field of trademark, copyright, ip, bankruptcy, and entertainment.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael Patrick Bennett brings 37+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trademark, copyright, and ip, Michael Patrick Bennett 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 Patrick Bennett attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Michael Patrick Bennett Handles in Chicago
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