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Local Q&A: I’m a new law school grad who lives in the midwest. What are the most popular areas of practice in Chicago, IL?

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Litigation : This area of practice involves representing clients in court, including civil and criminal trials, appeals, and alternative dispute resolution. Intellectual property law: This area of practice involves protecting clients’ intellectual property rights, such as trademarks, copyrights, and patents.

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Best law books: the ultimate reading list for legal professionals

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Intellectual property books Intellectual property (IP) is incredibly valuable but only if you know how to protect it. These intellectual property books help make sense of the notoriously complicated aspects of IP law. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY LAW: LEGAL ASPECTS OF INNOVATION AND COMPETITION by Kurt M.