Atty. Michael Ryan Pohlman

Atty. Michael Ryan Pohlman

Michael Ryan Pohlman is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, patent infringement litigation, copyright, trademark, internet & advertising litigation and 1 other area of law. Michael received a B.S. degree from University of Notre Dame in 2003, and has been licensed for 20 years.

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About Michael Ryan Pohlman at a glance

Michael Ryan Pohlman is an Associate based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Kirkland & Ellis LLP. They have 20+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2006. Their practice focuses on patent, trademark, copyright, ip, and internet. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (2006), Illinois U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois U.S. District Court, Western District of (2007), and New Jersey (2015). Educated at DePaul University College of Law (J.D., 2006) and University of Notre Dame (B.S. Computer, 2003). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael Ryan Pohlman is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, patent infringement litigation, copyright, trademark, internet & advertising litigation and 1 other area of law
  • Michael received a B.S. degree from University of Notre Dame in 2003, and has been licensed for 20 years
  • Michael practices at Kirkland & Ellis LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Ryan Pohlman's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Ryan Pohlman 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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Internet & Cyber Law

Internet and cyber lawyers for data breaches, online defamation, privacy law, and cybersecurity matters.

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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 Ryan Pohlman

Where is Michael Ryan Pohlman's law office located?
Michael Ryan Pohlman's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Kirkland & Ellis LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Ryan Pohlman handle?
Michael Ryan Pohlman focuses on patent, trademark, copyright, ip, internet. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Michael Ryan Pohlman practiced law?
Michael Ryan Pohlman has 20+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2006.
Where did Michael Ryan Pohlman go to law school?
Michael Ryan Pohlman earned their education at (J.D., 2006); (B.S. Computer, 2003).
How can I contact Michael Ryan Pohlman for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
DePaul University College of Law
- 2006
B.S. Computer
University of Notre Dame
- 2003

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 2006
Illinois U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois U.S. District Court, Western District of
Admitted: 2007
New Jersey
Admitted: 2015

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