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Ahad Syed, Esq.

ABA American Bar Association Member 2024
Ahad Syed

Ahad Syed is the Managing Attorney at Syed Law, and an experienced intellectual property law (“IP”) attorney focused on trademarks. Ahad helps businesses obtain, maintain, monitor, and enforce their IP. He serves clients from all 50 states at the United States Patent and Trademark Office (“USPTO”) on trademark matters and has filed over 300 trademark applications. 

In addition, Mr. Syed represents clients on contested litigation matters involving intellectual property such as trademark infringement defense at the Northern District of Illinois and copyright litigation. Ahad oversees a growing IP portfolio for his clients, overturns Office Action refusals, and when called upon, enforces their rights to trademarks and copyrights in federal and state court.

Meet Ahad Syed

Ahad Syed serves clients from all 50 States at the United States Patent and Trademark Office ("USPTO")

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ABA American Bar Association Member 2024

Admissions and Professional Involvement

California

State Bar Admissions

  • California
  • Illinois

Federal Admissions

  • United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois

Professional Involvement

  • American Bar Association (ABA)
  • Illinois State Bar Association
  • Chicago Bar Association

Education

University of Illinois College of LawJuris Doctor (J.D.), 2016

  • Judicial Extern, Hon. Donald G. Wilkerson (Ret.), United States District Court, Southern District of Illinois
  • Articles Editor, University of Illinois Journal of Law, Technology, & Policy
  • International Commercial Arbitration Moot Court (Budapest, Hungary & Vienna, Austria)
  • Highest Grade (CALI Award) in two courses
  • Attended law school on a scholarship
 

Loyola University ChicagoBachelor of Arts (B.A.), Dual Major: History & Political Science, 2010

  • Dean’s List, five (5) consecutive semesters
  • History Honors Society, Phi Alpha Theta
  • Political Science Honors Society, Pi Sigma Alpha
  • Attended undergraduate program on a scholarship
Chicago

Approach to Client Matters

Ahad’s dedication to his clients’ success is evident in his proactive approach to:

  • listen attentively
  • identify IP issues
  • discuss legal “sore points” or roadblocks
  • outline a plan of action to tackle complex issues
  • provide concrete steps to satisfy client needs

Ahad Syed works closely with businesses, offering proactive guidance to safeguard their intellectual property assets and navigate complex legal challenges efficiently. Mr. Syed has represented multinational corporations, municipalities, and limited liability companies (LLCs).

With a steadfast commitment to excellence and a passion for protecting ideas (and his clients), Ahad Syed continues to make substantial contributions to IP law, particularly trademarks, earning the trust and respect of clients and colleagues alike. This is illustrated by his involvement in numerous committees, published articles, and speaking engagements.

Contact Ahad

If you would like to retain Ahad Syed’s services, please use the contact form on the Contact page or set up a complimentary consultation on our calendar and Ahad Syed will call you directly. For the fastest response, you can email us at asyed@syedlawoffices.com or call 312-618-0713.