Best Lawyers in Illinois, United States for Patent Law
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Todd Herst is a partner in Kirkland's Chicago Technology & IP Transactions Practice Group, focusing on structuring and negotiating complex transactions involving technology, intellectual property, and data, including mergers and acquisitions, licensing arrangements, outsourcing/services arrangements, bankruptcy matters, joint ventures, and strategic alliances. Todd was recognized in the 2021 and 2022 editions of Best Lawyers as "Ones to Watch" and in The Legal 500 U.S. as "Next Generation...
Anna Marie Whitacre is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Intellectual Property Law and Litigation - Intellectual Property. Anna Marie, who practices law in Chicago, Illinois, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Anna Marie is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Patrick Mardula is an associate in Hahn Loeser’s Chicago office and is a member of the firm’s Intellectual Property area. Patrick works on a wide range of matters, including patent, trademark, copyright, and trade secret enforcement and procurement. Having a background in engineering and construction management, Patrick brings a unique perspective to clients’ legal challenges. Patrick’s experience includes research, drafting, and litigation support for patent and trade...
Cony Rosas is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Intellectual Property Law and Litigation - Intellectual Property. Cony, who practices law in Chicago, Illinois, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Cony is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Jacqueline V. Brousseau is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Intellectual Property Law and Litigation - Intellectual Property. Jacqueline V., who practices law in Chicago, Illinois, has been recognized since 2021. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Jacqueline V. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Erik M. Bokar is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Intellectual Property Law, Litigation - Intellectual Property and Litigation - Patent. Erik M., who practices law in Chicago, Illinois, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Erik M. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Michael J. Weil is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Intellectual Property Law, Litigation - Intellectual Property and Patent Law. Michael J., who practices law in Chicago, Illinois, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Michael J. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Jaimin H. Shah is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Litigation - Intellectual Property, Litigation - Patent and Patent Law. Jaimin H., who practices law in Chicago, Illinois, has been recognized since 2022. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Jaimin H. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Kara is a partner in NGE’s Intellectual Property practice group, specializing in trademark, trade dress, unfair competition, and Internet law, including cybersquatting and domain name disputes. With extensive experience across the spectrum of trademark law, from clearance and prosecution to global policing and enforcement, Kara collaborates with clients in diverse industries such as hospitality (restaurants, hotels, luxury car rentals), entertainment, health and wellness, and technology...
Josh is an associate in the Intellectual Property practice group, where he focuses his practice on commercial and technology transactions. During law school, Josh served as an Articles Editor for the Elder Law Journal and an officer in the Immigration Law Society. Additionally, he served as a student attorney in the University of Illinois Immigration Law Clinic and was a Judicial Extern for the United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois, where he researched and drafted...
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