Atty. Thomas Andrew Fairhall

Atty. Thomas Andrew Fairhall

Thomas Andrew Fairhall is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, patent/ trademark/ copyright, counseling and 5 other areas of law. Thomas received a B.A. degree from University of Colorado at Boulder, and has been licensed for 35 years.

Chicago Chicago 35 yrs experience 35 year
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Thomas Andrew Fairhall is an Attorney based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at McDonnell Boehnen Hulbert & Berghoff LLP. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on patent, trademark, copyright, ip, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1991), Washington (1998), and North Carolina U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fede (2011). Educated at The John Marshall Law School J.D. summa cum laude (—) and University of Colorado at Boulder B.A. Physics and Mathematics University of Colorado at Boulder B.A. with distinction (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Thomas Andrew Fairhall is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, patent/ trademark/ copyright, counseling and 5 other areas of law
  • Thomas received a B.A. degree from University of Colorado at Boulder, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • Thomas practices at McDonnell Boehnen Hulbert & Berghoff LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas Andrew Fairhall's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas Andrew Fairhall handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Patent Law

Thomas Andrew Fairhall is one of 20,749 patent attorneys indexed nationally. Browse patent attorneys in Illinois →

Trademark Law

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Copyright Law

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Intellectual Property

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

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Civil Litigation

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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 Thomas Andrew Fairhall

Where is Thomas Andrew Fairhall's law office located?
Thomas Andrew Fairhall's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is McDonnell Boehnen Hulbert & Berghoff LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas Andrew Fairhall handle?
Thomas Andrew Fairhall focuses on patent, trademark, copyright, ip, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Thomas Andrew Fairhall practiced law?
Thomas Andrew Fairhall has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Thomas Andrew Fairhall go to law school?
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How can I contact Thomas Andrew Fairhall for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Thomas Andrew Fairhall received?
Thomas Andrew Fairhall's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

The John Marshall Law School J.D. summa cum laude
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University of Colorado at Boulder B.A. Physics and Mathematics University of Colorado at Boulder B.A. with distinction
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Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1991
Washington
Admitted: 1998
North Carolina U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fede
Admitted: 2011

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