Atty. Steven A. Maynard
Steven A. Maynard is a lawyer practicing intellectual property.
Intellectual Property Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 30+ Years Experience
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About Steven A. Maynard at a Glance
Steven A. Maynard is a ip attorney based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1996) and Illinois (1999). Educated at Franklin Pierce Law Center (J.D., 1996) and University of Michigan (B.S.E.M.E., 1990). Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Steven A. Maynard
- Steven A. Maynard is a lawyer practicing intellectual property
- Steven received a degree from University of Michigan in 1990, and has been licensed for 30 years
- Steven practices in Chicago, IL
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Steven A. Maynard's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Steven A. Maynard handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chicago.
Intellectual Property in Chicago
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 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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Why Clients in Chicago Choose Steven A. Maynard
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 Steven A. Maynard's practice in the field of ip.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Steven A. Maynard brings 30+ 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 Michigan and Illinois, Steven A. Maynard can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Focused IP Practice
Concentrating on ip means Steven A. Maynard's knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural nuances stays current — unlike generalist practices that spread attention across unrelated fields.
Local Presence in Chicago
A Chicago-based practice means Steven A. Maynard 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 Steven A. Maynard Handles in Chicago
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