Atty. Terrence Patrick Canade

Atty. Terrence Patrick Canade

Terrence Patrick Canade is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, arbitration, ip litigation and 1 other area of law. Terrence received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Buffalo in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years.

Chicago Chicago 39 Years Experience 39 year
Call (872) 336-0851

Profile Summary

About Terrence Patrick Canade at a glance

Terrence Patrick Canade is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Locke Lord LLP. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on business, ip, litigation, and adr. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1987), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1987), U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1990), and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois including Trial Bar (1992). Educated at Northwestern University School of Law (J.D., 1987) and State University of New York at Buffalo (B.A., 1984). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Chicago Bar Association. Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Terrence Patrick Canade is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, arbitration, ip litigation and 1 other area of law
  • Terrence received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Buffalo in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • Terrence practices at Locke Lord LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Terrence Patrick Canade's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Terrence Patrick Canade handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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.

Terrence Patrick Canade is one of 94,505 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Illinois →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Terrence Patrick Canade is one of 67,021 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Illinois →

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 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Terrence Patrick Canade

Where is Terrence Patrick Canade's law office located?
Terrence Patrick Canade's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Locke Lord LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Terrence Patrick Canade handle?
Terrence Patrick Canade focuses on business, ip, litigation, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Terrence Patrick Canade practiced law?
Terrence Patrick Canade has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Terrence Patrick Canade go to law school?
Terrence Patrick Canade earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.A., 1984).
How can I contact Terrence Patrick Canade for a consultation?
You can contact Terrence Patrick Canade directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Terrence Patrick Canade received?
Terrence Patrick Canade's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Northwestern University School of Law
- 1987
B.A.
State University of New York at Buffalo
- 1984

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1987
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1987
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 1990
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois including Trial Bar
Admitted: 1992
U.S. Court of Appeals, District of Columbia Circuit
Admitted: 1999
U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit
Admitted: 2002
U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit
Admitted: 2004
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit
Admitted: 2010
New York
Admitted: 2023

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