Profile
Intellectual Property Leaders in Chicago
Protecting Innovation Since 1988
McAndrews, Held & Malloy, Ltd. (McAndrews) is a premier, full-service intellectual property and technology law firm based in Chicago. Since our founding in 1988, we have evolved into a powerhouse of legal talent, dedicated to protecting the innovations that shape our world. We understand that your intellectual property is your most valuable asset. Whether you are a Fortune 100 company or a startup with a breakthrough idea, you need to find a lawyer who possesses both deep technical knowledge and courtroom prowess. Our team includes attorneys with advanced degrees in engineering, chemistry, and physics, ensuring that we understand the science behind your invention as well as you do. 💡
Comprehensive IP Services
We focus exclusively on intellectual property and technology law, providing a level of depth and expertise that general practice firms cannot match. If you are looking to hire an attorney to safeguard your brand or technology, McAndrews is the partner you need. Our core practice areas include:
- Patent Litigation & Prosecution: Securing patents and defending them in high-stakes trials and post-grant proceedings.
- Trademarks & Copyrights: Building and protecting global brands and creative works.
- Life Sciences: Expert counsel for the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries (Hatch-Waxman).
- IP Transactions: Strategic licensing, due diligence, and technology transfers.
Award-Winning Excellence
McAndrews is consistently recognized as one of the nation’s top IP firms. We have been named a ”Best Law Firm” for Patent Law and are home to numerous Super Lawyers and ”IP Stars.” Our attorneys are known for their ability to distill complex technical concepts into compelling legal arguments. We operate with a client-first philosophy, offering the resources of a large firm with the agility and personal attention of a boutique. When you book a lawyer with McAndrews, you are choosing a team that is invested in your long-term success. We serve a global clientele and offer services in multiple languages, including Chinese, German, Japanese, and Spanish. 🌍
Located in the West Loop
Our office is located on West Madison Street in the vibrant West Loop Gate neighborhood. We are ready to help you navigate the complex landscape of intellectual property law. Contact McAndrews today to discuss how we can help you protect and monetize your innovations. 📞
Specializing In
Patent Litigation, Trademark Protection, Hatch-Waxman Litigation, IP Licensing
Address & Location
Located on the eastern edge of Chicago’s dynamic West Loop neighborhood, a major transit and business hub.
Building Location
This is a 40-story Class-A commercial office skyscraper known as the Accenture Tower (formerly the Citigroup Center) at 500 W Madison St. The building is directly integrated with the Ogilvie Transportation Center and features the popular Chicago French Market on the lower levels.
Suite Access
Enter the tower’s modern glass atrium on Madison Street. Walk past the transit concourse and ascend the escalators to the main office lobby. Check in at the security desk and take the high-speed elevator to the 34th floor to find Suite 3400.
Parking Details
For those driving to the building, paid public parking is available at the on-site covered garage at the Accenture Tower or in several nearby parking garages.
Public Transit
Served by Metra Union Pacific Lines (UP-N, UP-NW, UP-W); nearest stop is at Ogilvie Transportation Center.
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