Atty. Todd Sheldon Parkhurst

Atty. Todd Sheldon Parkhurst

Todd Sheldon Parkhurst is a lawyer practicing patent law, intellectual property litigation, copyright law and 4 other areas of law. Todd received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois in 1963, and has been licensed for 58 years.

Chicago Chicago 58 yrs experience 58 year
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About Todd Sheldon Parkhurst at a glance

Todd Sheldon Parkhurst is a trademark, copyright, ip, and trade secrets attorney based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 58+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1968. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1968), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois, including Trial Bar, U.S. Court of Military Appe (1973), U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1977), and U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (1978). Educated at University of Pennsylvania (J.D., 1966) and University of Illinois (B.S. Gen., 1963). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Patent Law Association of Chicago (Chairman, Computer Law Committee, 1996-1997) International Trademark Association Licensing Executives Society Intellectual Property Law Association of Chicago. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Todd Sheldon Parkhurst is a lawyer practicing patent law, intellectual property litigation, copyright law and 4 other areas of law
  • Todd received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois in 1963, and has been licensed for 58 years
  • Todd practices in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Todd Sheldon Parkhurst's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Todd Sheldon Parkhurst handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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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Trade Secrets

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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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Where is Todd Sheldon Parkhurst's law office located?
Todd Sheldon Parkhurst's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Todd Sheldon Parkhurst handle?
Todd Sheldon Parkhurst focuses on trademark, copyright, ip, trade secrets. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Todd Sheldon Parkhurst practiced law?
Todd Sheldon Parkhurst has 58+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1968.
Where did Todd Sheldon Parkhurst go to law school?
Todd Sheldon Parkhurst earned their education at (J.D., 1966); (B.S. Gen., 1963).
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What awards or recognition has Todd Sheldon Parkhurst received?
Todd Sheldon Parkhurst's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Pennsylvania
- 1966
B.S. Gen.
University of Illinois
- 1963

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1968
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois, including Trial Bar, U.S. Court of Military Appe
Admitted: 1973
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 1977
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit
Admitted: 1978
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Tra
Admitted: 1989

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