On June 4, 2025, RM DeWitty, U.S. Patent Attorney, proudly participated in the Chicago Small Business Expo, providing free intellectual property (IP) consultations to entrepreneurs and small business owners. The event, a cornerstone for networking and business growth, offered an ideal platform to promote IP protection strategies for startups and growing companies.
Our booth attracted a steady stream of attendees—startup founders, small business owners, and independent creators—seeking practical advice on how to protect patents, trademarks, and creative works. The enthusiastic turnout highlighted the increasing importance of intellectual property law in securing business innovations and gaining a competitive edge in today’s fast-paced marketplace.
Throughout the expo, our legal team answered dozens of critical questions related to patent filings, trademark registration, copyright protection, and IP portfolio management. Many visitors expressed concerns about how to protect their original ideas, emphasizing a heightened awareness of the value of intangible assets in modern business.
Our involvement in the expo directly supports our firm’s mission in IP litigation, strategic settlements, and patent acquisition services. We aim to empower small business owners with the tools they need to guard their intellectual capital and build resilient, future-ready companies.
This successful event allowed us to:
- Strengthen community engagement with Chicago’s entrepreneurial ecosystem
- Educate business owners on cost-effective IP legal solutions
- Cultivate new client relationships in the startup and SMB sectors
- Promote long-term business sustainability through legal innovation
RM DeWitty remains committed to supporting the next generation of entrepreneurs. We look forward to future opportunities at Small Business Expos and IP education events, continuing our mission to deliver accessible, expert guidance on intellectual property law in Chicago and beyond.