Loading attorney directory…
James P. Muraff
McDonald Hopkins LLC • Chicago, IL
Contracts AgreementsHealthcarePersonal Injury
Is this your profile?
Claim it for free to update your information and connect with clients.
Contact
Email
Phone
(833) 354-0567
Address
300 North LaSalle St., Chicago, IL, 60654, US
Professional
About
James P. Muraff is a distinguished member of the Intellectual Property Department at McDonald Hopkins LLC, based in Chicago, IL. With extensive expertise as a strategic intellectual property advisor, he is dedicated to helping clients cultivate and safeguard the value of their global intellectual property portfolios. His practice encompasses a comprehensive range of intellectual property elements, including domestic and international patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets, with a particular emphasis on businesses aiming for market expansion in sectors such as computer software, hardware, electronics, automation, and internet technologies. As a registered patent attorney, James excels in patent clearance and patentability assessments, alongside the preparation and prosecution of patent applications before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. He offers insightful counsel on corporate transactions, licensing agreements, and the transfer of intellectual property rights, ensuring that clients make informed decisions regarding their portfolios. His litigation experience includes enforcing and defending intellectual property rights across various technologies in federal courts nationwide. Before embarking on his legal journey, James honed his skills as a software engineer and systems analyst, gaining invaluable insights into the operational needs of companies that develop cutting-edge software and hardware solutions. This dual background empowers him to deliver effective, business-oriented legal strategies that align with clients’ objectives. James’s practice also focuses on formulating and executing robust intellectual property strategies for industries including healthcare, automotive, entertainment, and consumer electronics. He has served as a legal expert in patent infringement cases, showcasing his deep understanding of complex legal issues. In addition to his legal practice, James is an adjunct faculty member at the University of Illinois – Chicago School of Law, where he teaches U.S. patent law. His contributions to the field are recognized through his inclusion in prestigious listings such as Best Lawyers and Chambers for patent law. A valued thought leader, he has authored several publications and has served on various legal boards and committees, further solidifying his standing in the intellectual property arena.
About Contracts Agreements Law
Contract attorneys draft, review, and negotiate agreements to protect clients' interests. They help resolve disputes when contracts are breached. Common matters include contract drafting, contract review, negotiations, breach of contract.
Credentials
Education
1994 University of Illinois - Chicago School of Law JD - Juris Doctor 1990 University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign BS - Computer Engineering
Languages
English
Recognition & Involvement
Awards
2024 Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America 2023 Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America 2022 Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America 2021 Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America 2020 Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
Publications
2023 Thomson Reuters Patent Claim Construction in the Federal Circuit 2023 McDonald Hopkins LLC - Client Alert White House issues Executive Order on the development and use of artificial intelligence 2023 McDonald Hopkins LLC - Client Alert Does creative marketing using parodies avoid trademark infringement? 2022 McDonald Hopkins LLC - Client Alert QR codes with company logos can be a recipe for disaster – or a patent lawsuit 2022 Thomson Reuters Patent Claim Construction in the Federal Circuit
Associations
2009 - Present Intellectual Property Law Association of Chicago, Litigation Committee Contributing Author Intellectual Property Law Association of Chicago Former Board Member United States Patent and Trademark Office Admitted Illinois Supreme Court Admitted United States Court of Appeals For the Ninth Circuit Admitted
Speaking
2023 A Look Back at 2023 and What Lies Ahead in 2024 IP Portfolio Strategies to Maximize Your Return on Investment 2022 Growth, Opportunities, and Challenges Heading into 2023 Innovation opportunities in economic downturns and how to protect them 2021 IPLAC 2021 Annual IP Symposium Perspectives from the Judges and Inside Counsel 2020 The IPLAC 2020 Annual IP Symposium An Afternoon with the Judges 2019 Patent Application Readiness Patent Prosecution Strategy
Other Contracts Agreements Attorneys in Chicago, IL
More Attorneys at McDonald Hopkins LLC
Updated: Aug 30, 2026