Atty. Steve Lawrence
Steve Lawrence is a lawyer practicing international law, trademark infringement, intellectual property and 4 other areas of law. Steve received a B.S. degree from Massachusetts Institute of Technology in 1978, and has been licensed for 44 years.
Intellectual Property & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 44+ Years Experience
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About Steve Lawrence at a Glance
Steve Lawrence is a Chicago Public Schools based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on trademark, business, ip, government, and health care. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1982) and Illinois (1985). Educated at University of Michigan (J.D., 2003) and Massachusetts Institute of Technology (B.S., 1978). Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Steve Lawrence
- Steve Lawrence is a lawyer practicing international law, trademark infringement, intellectual property and 4 other areas of law
- Steve received a B.S. degree from Massachusetts Institute of Technology in 1978, and has been licensed for 44 years
- Steve practices in Chicago, IL
Practice Areas Explained
Steve Lawrence's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Steve Lawrence handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chicago.
Trademark Law in Chicago
Steve Lawrence is one of 23,086 trademark attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trademark attorneys in Illinois →
Business & Corporate Law in Chicago
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Steve Lawrence is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Illinois →
Intellectual Property in Chicago
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
Steve Lawrence is one of 105,285 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Illinois →
Government & Administrative Law in Chicago
Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
Steve Lawrence is one of 131,162 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Illinois →
Health Care Law in Chicago
Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.
Steve Lawrence is one of 66,157 health care attorneys indexed nationally. Browse health care attorneys in Illinois →
Jurisdictional Context
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 Steve Lawrence
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 Steve Lawrence's practice in the field of trademark, business, ip, government, and health care.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Steve Lawrence brings 44+ 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 Ohio and Illinois, Steve Lawrence can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trademark, business, and ip, Steve Lawrence 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 Steve Lawrence attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Steve Lawrence Handles in Chicago
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Steve Lawrence has experience with under Illinois law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Steve Lawrence directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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