Atty. William P. Oberhardt

Atty. William P. Oberhardt

William P. Oberhardt is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, patents, trademarks and 6 other areas of law.

Chicago Chicago 48 yrs experience 48 year
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Profile Summary

About William P. Oberhardt at a glance

William P. Oberhardt is an Of Counsel based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Olson & Cepuritis, Ltd.. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on patent, trademark, ip, trade secrets, and ip licensing. Admitted to practice in Illinois registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (1978) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois including Trial Bar, U.S. Court of Appeals, Seven (1978). Educated at DePaul University (J.D., 1978) and University of Notre Dame (B.S.M.E., 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Chicago, Federal Circuit and American Bar Associations American Intellectual Property Law Association Intellectual Property Law Association of Chicago. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • William P. Oberhardt is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, patents, trademarks and 6 other areas of law
  • William P. received a B.S.M.E. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1975, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • William P. practices at Olson & Cepuritis, Ltd. in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

William P. Oberhardt's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William P. Oberhardt handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Patent Law

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Trademark 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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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 William P. Oberhardt

Where is William P. Oberhardt's law office located?
William P. Oberhardt's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Olson & Cepuritis, Ltd.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William P. Oberhardt handle?
William P. Oberhardt focuses on patent, trademark, ip, trade secrets, ip licensing. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has William P. Oberhardt practiced law?
William P. Oberhardt has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did William P. Oberhardt go to law school?
William P. Oberhardt earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.S.M.E., 1975).
How can I contact William P. Oberhardt for a consultation?
You can contact William P. Oberhardt 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 William P. Oberhardt received?
William P. Oberhardt's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
DePaul University
- 1978
B.S.M.E.
University of Notre Dame
- 1975

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
Admitted: 1978
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois including Trial Bar, U.S. Court of Appeals, Seven
Admitted: 1978

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