Chad K. Stroud, IP Attorney in Chicago, Illinois
focused on IP and Real Estate
Chicago, IL
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Chad K. Stroud is an attorney based in Chicago, ILLINOIS. The practice focuses on IP and Real Estate.
- Based in
- Chicago, ILLINOIS
- Experience
- attorney
- Known for
- IP · Real Estate
- Handles IP and Real Estate matters from Chicago, ILLINOIS.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Intellectual Property Law (2026).
About Chad K. Stroud: Chad K. Stroud is an attorney based in Chicago, ILLINOIS. The practice focuses on IP and Real Estate.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Chad takes on
Chad concentrates on ip and real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Chad handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
IP cases in Chicago, Illinois
Chad takes ip matters in Chicago, Illinois. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Chad agrees to represent you.
Real Estate cases in Chicago, Illinois
Chad takes real estate matters in Chicago, Illinois. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Chad agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Chad K. Stroud — ip lawyer in Chicago
Chad K. Stroud is an attorney based in Chicago, ILLINOIS. The practice focuses on IP and Real Estate.
Chad Stroud is a Partner at McAndrews who specializes in intellectual property law, including patent prosecution and patent and trademark litigation. Chad has extensive experience providing patent validity, freedom to operate and patent infringement analyses.
Chad received a B.A. and M.S. in Chemistry from Southern Illinois University and a Ph.D. in Nutritional Sciences from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. He has extensive knowledge and expertise in the chemical and life sciences. He graduated magna cum laude from the University of Illinois College of Law where he won awards in patent law and IP moot court.
Before joining McAndrews, Chad held post-doctorate positions at the University of Waterloo in Ontario, Canada where he examined the effects of flaxseed lignans on gene transcription related to lipid metabolism and at L’Université de Bourgogne in Dijon, France where he researched breast cancer in genetically modified mice to elucidate mechanisms of omega-3 fatty acid protection.
Working with Chad on a ip matter
Chad Stroud is a Partner at McAndrews who specializes in intellectual property law, including patent prosecution and patent and trademark litigation. Chad has extensive experience providing patent validity, freedom to operate and patent infringement analyses. Chad received a B.A. and M.S. in Chemistry from Southern Illinois University and a Ph.D. in Nutritional Sciences from the University of…
Clients Chad works with
Chad reviews new inquiries case-by-case for ip and real estate matters in Chicago and the surrounding Illinois area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
B.A.
University of Illinois at Urbana–Champaign
Ph.D.
University of Illinois at Urbana–Champaign
J.D.
Chad studied at B.A. in Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, Ph.D. in University of Illinois at Urbana–Champaign, and J.D. in University of Illinois at Urbana–Champaign.
Law school and academic background
Chad completed B.A. in Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, Ph.D. in University of Illinois at Urbana–Champaign, and J.D. in University of Illinois at Urbana–Champaign. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Chad runs in Illinois is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Chad has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Intellectual Property Law
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Intellectual Property Law (2026).
Locations
Chad K. Stroud's office in Chicago
Chad's primary office is at 500 West Madison Street, 34th Floor, Chicago, Illinois, 60661. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Schedule your consultationHiring guide
How to hire Chad K. Stroud — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new ip attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Chad usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Chad charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Chad's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Chad will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a ip attorney in Chicago, Illinois
A short list to run through before you commit: How many ip matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Chad
Chad discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in ip practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every ip matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Chad confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Chad's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many ip practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Chad K. Stroud
How much does it cost to hire Chad for a ip case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Chad walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Chad offer a free consultation?
Chad charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Chad's office. Some ip attorneys offer free consults — check Chad's current terms during booking.
How long do ip cases in Illinois typically take?
Simple ip matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Chad gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Chad take my case if I'm outside Chicago?
Chad is licensed in Illinois. Matters governed by Illinois law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Chad will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Chad?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Chad will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Chad accepting new ip clients right now?
Chad's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
IP attorneys serving Chicago, Springfield and Northbrook in Illinois
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