Atty. Terry Michael Schlade

Atty. Terry Michael Schlade

Terry Michael Schlade is a lawyer practicing commercial transactions, finance, software and technology licensing and 6 other areas of law. Terry received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois, and has been licensed for 60 years.

Chicago Chicago 60 yrs experience 60 year
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Profile Summary

About Terry Michael Schlade at a glance

Terry Michael Schlade is a business, ip, and entertainment attorney based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 60+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1966. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1966). Educated at Harvard University (LL.B., 1966) and University of Illinois B.S. Accounting University of Illinois B.S. Economics University of Illinois B.S. with high honors University of Illinois (B.S. Accounting, 1963). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Terry Michael Schlade is a lawyer practicing commercial transactions, finance, software and technology licensing and 6 other areas of law
  • Terry received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois, and has been licensed for 60 years
  • Terry practices in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Terry Michael Schlade's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Terry Michael Schlade 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.

Terry Michael Schlade is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Illinois →

Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

Terry Michael Schlade is one of 106,079 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Illinois →

Entertainment & Sports Law

Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.

Terry Michael Schlade is one of 45,946 entertainment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse entertainment 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 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 Terry Michael Schlade

Where is Terry Michael Schlade's law office located?
Terry Michael Schlade's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Terry Michael Schlade handle?
Terry Michael Schlade focuses on business, ip, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Terry Michael Schlade practiced law?
Terry Michael Schlade has 60+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1966.
Where did Terry Michael Schlade go to law school?
Terry Michael Schlade earned their education at (LL.B., 1966); (B.S. Accounting, 1963).
How can I contact Terry Michael Schlade for a consultation?
You can contact Terry Michael Schlade 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 Terry Michael Schlade received?
Terry Michael Schlade's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.B.
Harvard University
- 1966
B.S. Accounting
University of Illinois B.S. Accounting University of Illinois B.S. Economics University of Illinois B.S. with high honors University of Illinois
- 1963

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1966

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