Atty. Timothy M. McCarthy

Atty. Timothy M. McCarthy

Mr. Timothy M.

Chicago Chicago 45 yrs experience 45 year
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Profile Summary

About Timothy M. McCarthy at a glance

Timothy M. McCarthy is a Senior Counsel based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Clark Hill PLC. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on patent, trademark, copyright, ip, and ip licensing. Admitted to practice in Texas (1981) and Illinois U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Courts of Appeals, Fifth, Seventh and Federal Circuits U.S. Distric (1984). Educated at University of Houston Law School (J.D., 1981) and University of Illinois (B.S. Chemical, 1976). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of American Bar Association American Intellectual Property Law Association American Institute of Chemical Engineers Intellectual Property Law Association of Chicago. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Timothy M. McCarthy is a lawyer practicing patent application, copyright application, automotive and 7 other areas of law
  • Timothy received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois in 1976, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • Timothy practices at Clark Hill PLC in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Timothy M. McCarthy's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Timothy M. McCarthy handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Patent Law

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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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IP Licensing

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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 Timothy M. McCarthy

Where is Timothy M. McCarthy's law office located?
Timothy M. McCarthy's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Clark Hill PLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Timothy M. McCarthy handle?
Timothy M. McCarthy focuses on patent, trademark, copyright, ip, ip licensing. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Timothy M. McCarthy practiced law?
Timothy M. McCarthy has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Timothy M. McCarthy go to law school?
Timothy M. McCarthy earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.S. Chemical, 1976).
How can I contact Timothy M. McCarthy for a consultation?
You can contact Timothy M. McCarthy 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 Timothy M. McCarthy received?
Timothy M. McCarthy's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Houston Law School
- 1981
B.S. Chemical
University of Illinois
- 1976

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1981
Illinois U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Courts of Appeals, Fifth, Seventh and Federal Circuits U.S. Distric
Admitted: 1984

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