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Chicago’s Oldest Law Firm: Leaders in Intellectual Property
Fitch, Even, Tabin & Flannery LLP holds the unique distinction of being Chicago’s oldest continuously operating law firm, with a history dating back to 1859. For over 160 years, the firm has been a pioneer in the legal community, evolving from a general practice into a premier intellectual property powerhouse. Located on South LaSalle Street, Fitch Even serves a global client base, ranging from startups and universities to Fortune 500 corporations, protecting their most vital innovations and brands.
Technical Expertise Meets Legal Acumen
What sets Fitch Even apart is the deep technical background of its attorneys. Most of the firm’s lawyers are registered patent attorneys with degrees in engineering, science, or technology. This expertise allows them to understand complex inventions and craft enforceable patent strategies. The firm handles every aspect of intellectual property law, ensuring that clients’ creative assets are rigorously defended and monetized.
- Patent Prosecution: Drafting and securing patents in diverse fields such as electronics, biotechnology, mechanics, and software.
- IP Litigation: Aggressive representation in patent, trademark, and copyright disputes in federal courts and before the PTAB.
- Trademark and Brand Protection: Comprehensive services for clearing, registering, and enforcing trademarks worldwide.
- Trade Secrets: Advising businesses on how to identify and protect confidential information and proprietary technologies.
A Tradition of Innovation
Fitch Even has been involved in landmark legal cases that have shaped IP law, including those expanding patentable subject matter to include software and business methods. If you need to find a lawyer who speaks the language of innovation, Fitch Even offers unmatched resources and experience. The firm is also committed to diversity, achieving Mansfield Rule Certification Plus status. 🏛️📜
With a client-first approach, Fitch Even combines the agility of a specialized boutique with the resources of a large firm. Whether you are an inventor looking to protect a new product or a corporation managing a vast global portfolio, Fitch, Even, Tabin & Flannery LLP delivers results-driven legal counsel rooted in a century and a half of excellence.
Specializing In
Patent Prosecution, Trademark Registration, IP Litigation, Trade Secrets
Address & Location
Located in the heart of the downtown Chicago Loop, situated on LaSalle Street in the city’s historic financial center.
Building Location
This is a landmark 23-story vintage office building built in 1928, designed by Graham, Anderson, Probst & White. The building features grand classical design details and is located near Bank of America and a Corner Bakery.
Suite Access
Enter the historic building through the main LaSalle Street entrance, proceed through the grand security lobby, and take the passenger elevators up to the 21st floor to reach Suite 2100.
Parking Details
While on-site parking is not open to the public, visitors can park at the nearby multi-story 217 West Washington public garage, or choose from several other commercial self-park options in the Loop.
Public Transit
Served by Chicago Transit Authority Route Brown Line (Loop-bound); nearest stop is at Quincy.
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