Atty. Paul Eugene Schaafsma

Atty. Paul Eugene Schaafsma

Paul Eugene Schaafsma is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, patent, commercial transactions and 3 other areas of law. Paul received a M.B.A. degree from Northwestern University Kellogg Graduate School of Management in 1993, and has been licensed for 41 years.

Chicago Chicago 41 yrs experience 41 year
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About Paul Eugene Schaafsma at a glance

Paul Eugene Schaafsma is a Member based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Paul E. Schaafsma NovusIP, LLC. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on patent, business, and ip. Admitted to practice in Illinois registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (1985). Educated at Northwestern University Kellogg Graduate School of Management (M.B.A. Purdue, 1993) and Loyola University (J.D., 1985). Active member of Chicago Bar Association American Bar Associations Patent Law Association of Chicago American Intellectual Property Association Licensing Executives Society. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Paul Eugene Schaafsma is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, patent, commercial transactions and 3 other areas of law
  • Paul received a M.B.A. degree from Northwestern University Kellogg Graduate School of Management in 1993, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • Paul practices at Paul E. Schaafsma NovusIP, LLC in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Paul Eugene Schaafsma's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Paul Eugene Schaafsma handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Patent 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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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 Paul Eugene Schaafsma

Where is Paul Eugene Schaafsma's law office located?
Paul Eugene Schaafsma's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Paul E. Schaafsma NovusIP, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Paul Eugene Schaafsma handle?
Paul Eugene Schaafsma focuses on patent, business, ip. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Paul Eugene Schaafsma practiced law?
Paul Eugene Schaafsma has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Paul Eugene Schaafsma go to law school?
Paul Eugene Schaafsma earned their education at (M.B.A. Purdue, 1993); (J.D., 1985).
How can I contact Paul Eugene Schaafsma for a consultation?
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Education

M.B.A. Purdue
Northwestern University Kellogg Graduate School of Management
- 1993
J.D.
Loyola University
- 1985

Bar Admissions

Illinois registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
Admitted: 1985

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