Atty. Michelle Ware Skinner

Atty. Michelle Ware Skinner

Michelle Ware Skinner is a lawyer practicing trademark infringement, patent application, intellectual property and 3 other areas of law. Michelle received a B.S. degree from The Ohio State University in 1988, and has been licensed for 24 years.

Chicago Chicago 24 yrs experience 24 year
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Profile Summary

About Michelle Ware Skinner at a glance

Michelle Ware Skinner is an Attorney based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Maxson Mago & Macaulay, LLP. They have 24+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2002. Their practice focuses on patent, trademark, business, ip, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (2002). Educated at Northwestern University School of Law (J.D., 2002) and The Ohio State University (B.S. Mechanical, 1988). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michelle Ware Skinner is a lawyer practicing trademark infringement, patent application, intellectual property and 3 other areas of law
  • Michelle received a B.S. degree from The Ohio State University in 1988, and has been licensed for 24 years
  • Michelle practices at Maxson Mago & Macaulay, LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Michelle Ware Skinner's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michelle Ware Skinner handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Patent Law

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Trademark Law

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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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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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 Michelle Ware Skinner

Where is Michelle Ware Skinner's law office located?
Michelle Ware Skinner's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Maxson Mago & Macaulay, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michelle Ware Skinner handle?
Michelle Ware Skinner focuses on patent, trademark, business, ip, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Michelle Ware Skinner practiced law?
Michelle Ware Skinner has 24+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2002.
Where did Michelle Ware Skinner go to law school?
Michelle Ware Skinner earned their education at (J.D., 2002); (B.S. Mechanical, 1988).
How can I contact Michelle Ware Skinner for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Northwestern University School of Law
- 2002
B.S. Mechanical
The Ohio State University
- 1988

Bar Admissions

Illinois registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
Admitted: 2002

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