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The firms and organizations that appear most often are Seyfarth Shaw LLP (7), Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP (4), Perkins Coie LLP (3) and Chapman and Cutler LLP (3).
The law schools named most often are University of Illinois (4), University of Illinois College of Law (3) and Northwestern University (3).
These figures describe the copyright lawyers listed in this directory for Chicago, IL, not every lawyer there. Many listings come from older public records and have not been confirmed by the lawyer. Counts in brackets are numbers of listings.
How do I check that a copyright lawyer in Illinois is licensed?
Start with the official attorney lookup linked on this page. Match the lawyer’s full name and bar number, and read the current status and any restrictions. Ask the lawyer to confirm authorization for your matter; a directory listing does not establish eligibility.
What does a copyright lawyer in Illinois typically charge?
Ask the lawyer whether the work is billed hourly, at a flat rate, on contingency, or another basis. Request a written explanation of the scope, consultation charge, expenses, and payment terms. Published profile information may be incomplete; confirm fees directly.