Atty. Michael Paul Chu

Atty. Michael Paul Chu

Michael Paul Chu is a lawyer practicing communications / media, patent infringement, copyright and 6 other areas of law. Michael received a B.S.M.E. degree from University of Illinois in 1989, and has been licensed for 34 years.

Chicago Chicago 34 yrs experience 34 year
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About Michael Paul Chu at a glance

Michael Paul Chu is a patent, trademark, copyright, ip, and litigation attorney based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Admitted to practice in Illinois U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois and U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal and F (1992). Educated at College of William and Mary, Marshall Wythe School of Law (J.D., 1992) and University of Illinois (B.S.M.E., 1989). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Chicago and American Bar Associations National Asian Pacific American Bar Association (President 2004-2005) American Intellectual Property Law Association Asian-American Bar Association The NAPABA Law Foundation. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael Paul Chu is a lawyer practicing communications / media, patent infringement, copyright and 6 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.S.M.E. degree from University of Illinois in 1989, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • Michael practices in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Paul Chu's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Paul Chu 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.

Michael Paul Chu is one of 106,079 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Illinois →

Civil Litigation

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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 Paul Chu

Where is Michael Paul Chu's law office located?
Michael Paul Chu's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Paul Chu handle?
Michael Paul Chu focuses on patent, trademark, copyright, ip, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Michael Paul Chu practiced law?
Michael Paul Chu has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did Michael Paul Chu go to law school?
Michael Paul Chu earned their education at (J.D., 1992); (B.S.M.E., 1989).
How can I contact Michael Paul Chu for a consultation?
You can contact Michael Paul 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 Paul Chu received?
Michael Paul Chu's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
College of William and Mary, Marshall Wythe School of Law
- 1992
B.S.M.E.
University of Illinois
- 1989

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois and U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal and F
Admitted: 1992

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