Robert A. "Bob" Surrette, IP Attorney in Chicago, Illinois
focused on IP and Patent
Chicago, IL
Trusted ip attorney serving Chicago.
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Robert A. "Bob" Surrette is an attorney based in Chicago, ILLINOIS. The practice focuses on IP and Patent.
- Based in
- Chicago, ILLINOIS
- Experience
- attorney
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- IP · Patent
- Handles IP and Patent matters from Chicago, ILLINOIS.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property (2026).
About Robert A. "Bob" Surrette: Robert A. "Bob" Surrette is an attorney based in Chicago, ILLINOIS. The practice focuses on IP and Patent.
Areas of practice
Robert's practice areas in Chicago
Robert concentrates on ip and patent. Each area below outlines the kind of case Robert handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
IP cases in Chicago, Illinois
Robert 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 Robert agrees to represent you.
Patent cases in Chicago, Illinois
Robert takes patent 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 Robert agrees to represent you.
Biography
Robert A. "Bob" Surrette, ip attorney serving Chicago
Robert A. "Bob" Surrette is an attorney based in Chicago, ILLINOIS. The practice focuses on IP and Patent. Robert works from Chicago, Illinois and takes on ip matters across the region.
Robert Surrette is a Shareholder and serves as President of McAndrews. He focuses his practice on the resolution of intellectual property and technology-related disputes with an emphasis on patent, trademark, trade secret and trade dress litigation. For the last 15 years, Bob has counseled a leading global medical device manufacturer on numerous litigation and transactional matters.
Bob, building on his experience as a federal district court law clerk, has extensive experience in preparing and bringing complex intellectual property cases to trial, including overseeing all aspects of pre-trial discovery, procuring and supervising experts, preparing and arguing pre-trial, dispositive and post-trial motions, including claim construction and summary judgment, and participating in multi-week trials. He also has significant experience in appellate proceedings, including arguing at the Federal Circuit.
Bob also maintains an active transactional practice through which he advises clients on transactions involving the transfer of intellectual property, including mergers, asset deals, and licensing deals, and on patent portfolio development and management.
He has worked in a number of diverse technology areas, such as surgical control systems, wrist implants, insufflators, hospital beds, surgical cutting tools, medical image capture systems, balloon angioplasty catheters, implantable cardiac pacemakers and defibrillators, as well as digital jukeboxes, electronic dartboards, exhaust systems, contact lenses, fluorescent lighting systems, and chillers.
Bob has led a number of diverse organizations, including serving as President of the Chicago-Kent Alumni Board of Directors, President of the Richard Linn American Inn of Court, and Regional Commissioner of American Youth Soccer Organization Region 210.
Robert's approach to ip cases
Robert Surrette is a Shareholder and serves as President of McAndrews. He focuses his practice on the resolution of intellectual property and technology-related disputes with an emphasis on patent, trademark, trade secret and trade dress litigation. For the last 15 years, Bob has counseled a leading global medical device manufacturer on numerous litigation and transactional matters. Bob, building…
The kind of cases Robert takes
Robert reviews new inquiries case-by-case for ip and patent matters in Chicago and the surrounding Illinois area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Robert studied and practices
Chicago-Kent College of Law at IIT
J.D. · 1997
Robert studied at J.D. in Chicago-Kent College of Law at IIT.
Law school and academic background
Robert completed J.D. in Chicago-Kent College of Law at IIT. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Robert runs in Illinois is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Robert's legal honors and published work
Robert has received 5 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Patent
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Patent Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Trademark Law
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Patent (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Patent Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Trademark Law (2026).
Locations
Robert A. "Bob" Surrette's office in Chicago
Robert'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 Robert A. "Bob" Surrette — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new ip attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Robert usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Robert charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Robert'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; Robert 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 Robert
Robert 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. Robert confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Robert'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 Robert A. "Bob" Surrette
How much does it cost to hire Robert for a ip case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Robert walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Robert offer a free consultation?
Robert charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Robert's office. Some ip attorneys offer free consults — check Robert'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. Robert gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Robert take my case if I'm outside Chicago?
Robert 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 — Robert 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 Robert?
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. Robert will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Robert accepting new ip clients right now?
Robert'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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