Robert J. "Bob" McAughan Jr.
About Robert J. McAughan Jr.
Robert J. McAughan Jr. is a lawyer based in Houston, TX and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2005. Robert J. McAughan Jr. is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Houston, Texas
- Litigation - Intellectual Property
- Litigation - Patent
- Patent Law
- Trade Secrets Law
- Trademark Law
Current Firm: McAughan Deaver, PLLC
Education: University of Houston Law Center, J.D., graduated 1993
Location: Houston, TX
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