Atty. Robert Dalton Summers, Jr.

Atty. Robert Dalton Summers, Jr.

Robert Dalton Summers, Jr. is a lawyer practicing electrical & computer, patent prosecution. Robert received a B.S. degree from Bowie State University in 1985, and has been licensed for 29 years.

Chicago Chicago 29 yrs experience 29 year
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About Robert Dalton Summers, Jr. at a glance

Robert Dalton Summers, Jr. is an Associate based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Brinks Gilson & Lione. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on patent. Admitted to practice in Maryland (1997), District of Columbia (2006), and Illinois registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (2009). Educated at The George Washington University Law School (J.D., 1997) and Bowie State University (B.S. Applied, 1985). Active member of Chicago, Maryland State and American Bar Associations District of Columbia Bar American Intellectual Property Law Association Intellectual Property Law Association of Chicago. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Robert Dalton Summers, Jr. is a lawyer practicing electrical & computer, patent prosecution
  • Robert received a B.S. degree from Bowie State University in 1985, and has been licensed for 29 years
  • Robert practices at Brinks Gilson & Lione in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Robert Dalton Summers, Jr.'s Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert Dalton Summers, Jr. handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Patent Law

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Jurisdictional Context

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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 Robert Dalton Summers, Jr.

Where is Robert Dalton Summers, Jr.'s law office located?
Robert Dalton Summers, Jr.'s law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Brinks Gilson & Lione. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert Dalton Summers, Jr. handle?
Robert Dalton Summers, Jr. focuses on patent. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Robert Dalton Summers, Jr. practiced law?
Robert Dalton Summers, Jr. has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did Robert Dalton Summers, Jr. go to law school?
Robert Dalton Summers, Jr. earned their education at (J.D., 1997); (B.S. Applied, 1985).
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Education

J.D.
The George Washington University Law School
- 1997
B.S. Applied
Bowie State University
- 1985

Bar Admissions

Maryland
Admitted: 1997
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2006
Illinois registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
Admitted: 2009

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