Atty. Thomas J. Otterlee

Atty. Thomas J. Otterlee

Atty. Thomas J.

Waukesha Waukesha 24 yrs experience 24 year
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About Thomas J. Otterlee at a glance

Thomas J. Otterlee is a Partner based in Waukesha, Wisconsin, practicing at Michael Best & Friedrich LLP. They have 24+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2002. Their practice focuses on patent and ip. Admitted to practice in Wisconsin registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (2002). Educated at Marquette University Law School (J.D., 2001) and University of Wisconsin-Madison (B.S.M.E., 1988). Serands clients in Waukesha, WI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Atty. Thomas J. Otterlee is a lawyer practicing licensing, intellectual property, mechanical and 1 other area of law
  • Thomas received a B.S.M.E. degree from University of Wisconsin-Madison in 1988, and has been licensed for 24 years
  • Thomas practices at Michael Best & Friedrich LLP in Waukesha, WI

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas J. Otterlee's Areas of Practice

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

Patent 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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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Wisconsin

Practicing law in Wisconsin. Legal matters in Wisconsin are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Waukesha are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Wisconsin state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Thomas J. Otterlee

Where is Thomas J. Otterlee's law office located?
Thomas J. Otterlee's law practice is located in Waukesha, Wisconsin. The firm is Michael Best & Friedrich LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas J. Otterlee handle?
Thomas J. Otterlee focuses on patent, ip. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Wisconsin.
How long has Thomas J. Otterlee practiced law?
Thomas J. Otterlee has 24+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2002.
Where did Thomas J. Otterlee go to law school?
Thomas J. Otterlee earned their education at (J.D., 2001); (B.S.M.E., 1988).
How can I contact Thomas J. Otterlee for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Marquette University Law School
- 2001
B.S.M.E.
University of Wisconsin-Madison
- 1988

Bar Admissions

Wisconsin registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
Admitted: 2002

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