Kyle Michael Baltes, IP Attorney in Chicago, Illinois
Over 17 years of legal practice · focused on IP and Real Estate
AssociateatJones Day
Chicago, IL
Practicing ip in Chicago since 2009.
- 17+
- Years practicing
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- Bar admissions
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Kyle Michael Baltes is an associate based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on IP and Real Estate. Kyle has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Jones Day.
- Based in
- Chicago, IL
- Experience
- over 17 years
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- IP · Real Estate
- Handles IP and Real Estate matters from Chicago, IL.
- Over 17 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Kyle Michael Baltes: Kyle Michael Baltes is an associate based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on IP and Real Estate. Kyle has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Jones Day.
Areas of practice
Kyle's practice areas in Chicago
Kyle concentrates on ip and real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Kyle handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
IP cases in Chicago, Illinois
Kyle 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 Kyle agrees to represent you.
Real Estate cases in Chicago, Illinois
Kyle 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 Kyle agrees to represent you.
Biography
Kyle Michael Baltes, ip attorney serving Chicago
Kyle Michael Baltes is an associate based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on IP and Real Estate. Kyle has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Jones Day. Kyle works from Chicago, Illinois and takes on ip matters across the region.
Kyle Michael Baltes is a lawyer practicing real estate, intellectual property. Kyle received a B.S. degree from Taylor University in 2006, and has been licensed for 17 years. Kyle practices at Jones Day in Chicago, IL.
Kyle's approach to ip cases
Kyle Michael Baltes is a lawyer practicing real estate, intellectual property. Kyle received a B.S. degree from Taylor University in 2006, and has been licensed for 17 years. Kyle practices at Jones Day in Chicago, IL.
Clients Kyle works with
Kyle reviews new inquiries case-by-case for ip and real estate matters in Chicago and the surrounding Illinois area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Kyle studied and practices
Indiana University
J.D. · 2009
Taylor University
B.S. · 2006
Jurisdictions
Kyle's state bar admissions
Illinois
2013 · ACTIVE
Indiana
2009 · ACTIVE
Kyle studied at J.D. in Indiana University and B.S. in Taylor University.
Law school and academic background
Kyle completed J.D. in Indiana University and B.S. in Taylor University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Kyle runs in Illinois is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Kyle Michael Baltes's office in Chicago
Kyle's primary office is at 77 West Wacker, Chicago, IL, 60601-1692. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Kyle Michael Baltes — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new ip attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Kyle usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Kyle charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kyle'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; Kyle 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 Kyle
Kyle 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. Kyle confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Kyle'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 Kyle Michael Baltes
How much does it cost to hire Kyle for a ip case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Kyle walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Kyle offer a free consultation?
Kyle charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kyle's office. Some ip attorneys offer free consults — check Kyle'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. Kyle gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Kyle take my case if I'm outside Chicago?
Kyle 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 — Kyle 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 Kyle?
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. Kyle will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Kyle accepting new ip clients right now?
Kyle'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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