Atty. Rachael E. Philbin
Rachael E. Philbin is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, general practice, patent application and 2 other areas of law.
Criminal Defense & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 22+ Years Experience
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About Rachael E. Philbin at a Glance
Rachael E. Philbin is a Staff Attorney based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Mcdermott Will Emery Llp. They have 22+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2004. Their practice focuses on patent and criminal defense. Admitted to practice in New York (2004), Illinois U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois U.S. District Court Southern District of (2006), and Massachusetts (2021). Educated at Yeshiva University, Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law (J.D., 2002) and University of Wisconsin-Madison (B.A., 1999). Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Rachael E. Philbin
- Rachael E. Philbin is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, general practice, patent application and 2 other areas of law
- Rachael received a B.A. degree from University of Wisconsin-Madison in 1999, and has been licensed for 22 years
- Rachael practices at McDermott Will & Emery LLP in Chicago, IL
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Rachael E. Philbin's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Rachael E. Philbin handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chicago.
Patent Law in Chicago
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Criminal Defense in Chicago
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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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 Rachael E. Philbin
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 Rachael E. Philbin's practice in the field of patent and criminal defense.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Rachael E. Philbin brings 22+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in New York, Illinois U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois U.S. District Court Southern District of, and Massachusetts, Rachael E. Philbin can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering patent and criminal defense, Rachael E. Philbin 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 Rachael E. Philbin attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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