Atty. Thomas James Keating
Atty. Thomas James Keating is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, litigation, licensing.
Intellectual Property & More Attorney · Serving Madison, WI · 22+ Years Experience
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About Thomas James Keating at a Glance
Thomas James Keating is an Attorney based in Madison, Wisconsin, practicing at Quarles & Brady LLP. They have 22+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2004. Their practice focuses on ip and litigation. Admitted to practice in Missouri (2004), Illinois (2005), and Wisconsin (2007). Serves clients in Madison, WI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Thomas James Keating
- Atty. Thomas James Keating is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, litigation, licensing
- Thomas has been licensed for 22 years
- Thomas practices at Quarles & Brady LLP in Madison, WI
Practice Areas Explained
Thomas James Keating's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas James Keating handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Madison.
Intellectual Property in Madison
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
Thomas James Keating is one of 105,285 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Wisconsin →
Civil Litigation in Madison
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Thomas James Keating is one of 450,750 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Wisconsin →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Madison
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 Madison 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 venue, 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.
Madison Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Madison-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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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Madison Choose Thomas James Keating
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 Thomas James Keating's practice in the field of ip and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Thomas James Keating brings 22+ 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 Missouri, Illinois, and Wisconsin, Thomas James Keating can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering ip and litigation, Thomas James Keating can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Madison
A Madison-based practice means Thomas James Keating 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 Thomas James Keating Handles in Madison
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Thomas James Keating has experience with under Wisconsin law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Thomas James Keating directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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