66/100LFR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 24 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Patent attorney”.
Intellectual Property Lawyers in Belvidere, IL: 2026 rankings
13 intellectual property lawyers ranked by LFR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
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Highest LFR Score in Belvidere: Underwood & Associates, LLC, LFR Score 66/100; 4.8★ from 24 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.
- 2
Open 24 hours (per Google): The Law Offices of Konrad Sherinian, LLC, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 13.
- 10
Most-reviewed: Bernicky Law Firm, 49 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 13 ranked; ranked #10.
Rankings can't be bought. Lawyers can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
13 Belvidere intellectual property lawyers are ranked here by LFR Score, from nine published factors. 3 are open 24/7, 4 open Saturdays and 4 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 5.0★ across 13 rated law firms.
Top 10 intellectual property lawyers in Belvidere at a glance
Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.
| Rank | Business | LFR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Notable for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Underwood & Associates, LLC | 66 | 4.8★ (24) | Crystal Lake, 30 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | Top score |
| 2 | The Law Offices of Konrad Sherinian, LLC | 63 | 5.0★ (9) | Naperville, 48 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | Open 24 hours |
| 3 | Clements IP, LLC | 62 | 5.0★ (8) | Naperville, 48 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | — |
| 4 | Incubate IP | 57 | 5.0★ (5) | Aurora, 39 mi away | — | — |
| 5 | IpHorgan Limited (Buffalo Grove) | 56 | 3.7★ (6) | Buffalo Grove, 45 mi away | — | — |
| 6 | Corridor Law Group, PC | 56 | 5.0★ (4) | Naperville, 46 mi away | — | — |
| 7 | Meroni & Meroni | 56 | 3.3★ (3) | Barrington, 35 mi away | — | — |
| 8 | Scherrer Patent & Trademark Law, P.C. | 55 | 5.0★ (10) | Crystal Lake, 27 mi away | — | — |
| 9 | Erickson Law Group, PC | 55 | 5.0★ (3) | Wheaton, 48 mi away | Evenings | — |
| 10 | Bernicky Law Firm | 54 | 4.9★ (49) | Naperville, 48 mi away | — | Most reviews |
All 13 intellectual property lawyers in Belvidere, in rank order
Ordered by LFR Score, a 0–100 score from nine published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.
Scores below: based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.
Based in Naperville, 48 mi away
63/100LFR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Patent attorney”.
Based in Naperville, 48 mi away
62/100LFR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Patent attorney”.
#4 Incubate IP
Based in Aurora, 39 mi away
57/100LFR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Patent attorney”.
Based in Buffalo Grove, 45 mi away
56/100LFR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 3.7★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Patent attorney”.
Based in Naperville, 46 mi away
56/100LFR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Patent attorney”.
Based in Barrington, 35 mi away
56/100LFR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 3.3★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Patent attorney”.
Based in Crystal Lake, 27 mi away
55/100LFR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Based in Wheaton, 48 mi away
55/100LFR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Patent attorney”.
Based in Naperville, 48 mi away
54/100LFR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 49 Google reviews, the most in Belvidere.
Based in Bensenville, 48 mi away
53/100LFR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 3.8★ from 10 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Based in Deerfield, 50 mi away
53/100LFR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
#13 Hanson Law Group
Based in Barrington, 38 mi away
50/100LFR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General practice attorney”.
Also serving Belvidere
20 more intellectual property lawyers within 50 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a practice area we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.
| Business | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Attorney Michelle Landon | 4.6★ (15) | In Belvidere |
| Charles G Popp, P.C. | 4.7★ (25) | In Belvidere |
| Chicago IP Law | 5.0★ (2) | 49 mi |
| Crawford Intellectual Property Law LLC | 28 mi | |
| Deborah S. Loos, P.C. | 4.8★ (21) | In Belvidere |
| Filler & Pfiffner | 5.0★ (13) | In Belvidere |
| Invoke IP - Eric Sutton | 5.0★ (2) | 49 mi |
| John H. Maville Law Offices | 4.7★ (7) | In Belvidere |
| Nathan J Noble, PC | 4.9★ (219) | In Belvidere |
| Nyman IP LLC | 5.0★ (1) | 27 mi |
| Patents & Licensing LLC | 32 mi | |
| Perkins IP Law Group LLC | 5.0★ (1) | 49 mi |
| Ramon Lois C | 5.0★ (1) | In Belvidere |
| Russell J. Luchtenburg, Ltd. | 4.7★ (13) | In Belvidere |
| Russell Smith Insurance & Law Offices | 5.0★ (50) | In Belvidere |
| Sewell Charles T PC | 4.5★ (28) | In Belvidere |
| The Law Office Of Theresa Wybrow PC | 4.3★ (6) | In Belvidere |
| The Law Offices of Wendi J. Wade | 5.0★ (3) | In Belvidere |
| Tobin, Ramon & Barber | 4.6★ (23) | In Belvidere |
| UAW Legal Services Plan | 3.3★ (7) | In Belvidere |
How we ranked Belvidere intellectual property lawyers
We scored 13 Belvidere intellectual property lawyers on nine factors, weighted as shown. A law firm is ranked when its practice area is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed November 9, 2026.
Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Attorney advertising businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.
| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In Belvidere data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 25% | Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back it | Measured |
| Bar status | 10% | An active bar or law society record matched to a lawyer at the firm (not measured until a record source is loaded) | Not yet collected |
| Review volume | 10% | Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed firm on the list | Measured |
| Recency | 10% | Share of reviews from the last 12 months | Not yet collected |
| Availability | 5% | Weekly office hours, Saturday, Sunday, and phones answered 24/7 | Measured |
| Practice focus | 15% | How clearly the firm practises this area (its Google category and name) | Measured |
| Proximity | 5% | An office in the city scores highest, less the farther away it is | Measured |
| Claimed profile | 10% | The firm has claimed its Law Firms Ranked profile (free and paid earn the same) | Measured |
| Law Firms Ranked reviews | 10% | Verified client reviews collected by Law Firms Ranked: their rating and how many there are | Measured |
How to choose an intellectual property lawyer
- Check the lawyer’s status and any public discipline in the state bar or law society directory.
- Ask how many intellectual property law matters the lawyer handles each year, and who at the firm will do the work.
- Get the fee arrangement in writing: hourly, flat or contingency, and which costs are charged on top.
- Ask how and how often the firm will update you, and how fast it answers calls and emails.
- Read recent reviews for how the firm communicated and billed, not only for outcomes.
- For patents, check the lawyer is registered to practice before the patent office and has worked in your technical field.
- Meet more than one firm; many offer a short first consultation, sometimes free.
Questions to ask an intellectual property lawyer
- How would you approach a matter like mine, and what are the realistic options?
- How do you charge, and what will the total likely cost?
- Who will be my main contact, and how quickly do you reply?
- Are you registered with the patent office?
- Which official fees are not included in your fee?
- Is there any conflict of interest that would stop you representing me?
Terms explained
- Contingency fee
- A fee that is a share of the money recovered, paid only if there is a recovery. Common in injury cases; not allowed for criminal defense or for securing a divorce.
- Retainer
- Money paid up front and held in a trust account, which the lawyer draws on as fees are earned.
- Flat fee
- One set price for a defined piece of work, such as a will or an uncontested matter.
- Limited-scope representation
- Paying a lawyer for part of a matter only, such as reviewing documents or coaching for one hearing (also called unbundled services).
- Statute of limitations
- The deadline to file a lawsuit or charge. It differs by state or province and by type of claim.
- Good standing
- A lawyer’s status as active and eligible to practise with a state bar or law society.
- Law society
- The body that licenses and disciplines lawyers in a Canadian province or territory.
- Board certification
- Recognition in a field of law by a state program or an organisation accredited for that purpose. Lawyers may only claim it when they hold it, naming the certifying body.
- Attorney–client privilege
- The rule that keeps confidential communications between a client and lawyer, made for legal advice, out of court.
- Conflict check
- The search a firm runs before taking a matter to make sure it does not represent someone on the other side.
- Pro bono
- Legal work done for free, usually for people who cannot afford a lawyer.
- Legal aid
- Publicly funded legal help for people with low incomes, through legal aid offices, public defenders or provincial legal aid plans.
Intellectual property lawyers in Belvidere: frequently asked questions
Which intellectual property lawyer has the highest LFR Score in Belvidere?
By LFR Score, the highest-ranked intellectual property lawyer in Belvidere, IL is Underwood & Associates, LLC with an LFR Score of 66/100. It has 4.8★ from 24 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. The Law Offices of Konrad Sherinian, LLC (#2) and Clements IP, LLC (#3) follow. We ranked 13 intellectual property lawyers on nine factors, last updated November 9, 2026.
How many intellectual property lawyers are there in Belvidere?
LawFirmsRanked ranks 13 intellectual property lawyers serving Belvidere, IL. Another 20 within 50 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.
Which intellectual property lawyers in Belvidere are open 24/7?
3 ranked intellectual property lawyers in Belvidere post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are The Law Offices of Konrad Sherinian, LLC (#2), Clements IP, LLC (#3) and The Palmatier Law Office (#11). Hours come from each law firm's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.
Which intellectual property lawyers in Belvidere work on weekends?
4 of 13 ranked intellectual property lawyers post Saturday hours and 4 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Underwood & Associates, LLC (#1), The Law Offices of Konrad Sherinian, LLC (#2) and Clements IP, LLC (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many firms meet clients by appointment outside them.
What Google rating do Belvidere intellectual property lawyers have?
The median Google rating among 13 rated intellectual property lawyers in Belvidere is 5.0★, with a median of 9 reviews. Bernicky Law Firm has the most, 49 reviews, and ranks #10. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.
How does LawFirmsRanked rank intellectual property lawyers?
Each intellectual property lawyer gets a 0–100 LFR Score from nine published factors, led by reputation (25%), practice focus (15%), review volume (10%) and recency (10%). A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only law firms with a confirmed practice area and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.
Do intellectual property lawyers outside Belvidere count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 50 mi of the Belvidere city center, our service radius for intellectual property lawyers. Each listing shows where the law firm is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 5% of the LFR Score, so a nearby law firm gets a small edge.
Can intellectual property lawyers pay to rank higher on LawFirmsRanked?
No. The LFR Score never reads payment status, and this ranking has 0 paid placements. Up to 3 Featured law firms may appear above the list, labelled Attorney advertising and showing their honest rank.
How do intellectual property lawyers in Belvidere, IL charge?
Intellectual property lawyers often charge a flat fee for trademark and patent filings (official fees are separate) and hourly rates for infringement disputes. Lawyers using Clio billed an average of $461 an hour in this area (Clio Legal Trends data, October 2026; all areas $362). Ask for the fee arrangement in writing before you agree.
Who can file a patent application for me?
Before the US Patent and Trademark Office, only registered patent attorneys and patent agents may prosecute patent applications for others. Trademark filings can be handled by any licensed attorney. This is general information, not legal advice.
How is this list of intellectual property lawyers in Belvidere, IL ranked?
By LFR Score only, from public data on reviews, practice focus, office location and hours. Firms labelled “Attorney advertising” paid for that placement; payment never changes a rank, and a rank is not an endorsement.
Does a lawyer need an office in Belvidere?
No, but the lawyer must be licensed in your state (or, for federal matters such as immigration, in some state). A local office makes meetings and court appearances easier, so proximity is one of our factors.
Update log for Belvidere
- November 2026: LFR Scores recalculated for 13 intellectual property lawyers serving Belvidere.
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