Dennis R. Schlemmer

Counsel

Dennis R. Schlemmer

Overview

Mr. Schlemmer practices exclusively in the field of intellectual property law, and particularly all phases of patent law. Mr. Schlemmer has extensive experience in litigation and patent post grant review proceedings, as well as legal opinions and patent prosecution, with specific concentration in the areas of mechanical, electrical, and software technologies.

With extensive experience in formulating patent strategies and in managing worldwide patent portfolios, representing both U.S. and foreign clients, Mr. Schlemmer consults and renders opinions on patent validity, patent infringement, technology licensing, and the protection of trade secrets and other proprietary information.

Education

  • University of Illinois Law School, J.D.
  • University of Illinois, B.S. in General Engineering

Admissions

  • Illinois
  • Registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office

Courts

  • U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit
  • U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit
  • U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois
  • Illinois State Courts

Honors

  • Selected by peers as a Leading Lawyer in Intellectual Property Law – Leading Lawyers Network
  • Listed among the Top Lawyers in Illinois in Intellectual Property Law – Chicago Lawyer
  • AV® Preeminent™ Peer Review Rated (Highest Rating) – Martindale-Hubbell

Professional Affiliations

  • Intellectual Property Owners Association (IPO)

Education

  • University of Illinois Law School, J.D.
  • University of Illinois, B.S. in General Engineering

Admissions

  • Illinois
  • Registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office

Courts

  • U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit
  • U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit
  • U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois
  • Illinois State Courts