Best Lawyers in Texas, United States for Copyright Law
Margaret J. Sampson, PhD, focuses her practice on global, strategic intellectual property transactions and patent counseling surrounding the areas of life sciences, pharmaceuticals, research tools and medical devices. Life sciences and technology clients turn to her for evaluating, structuring, negotiating and documenting major transactions. Read full biography: https://www.mwe.com/people/margaret-j-sampson-phd/
For more than 25 years, Shannon Vale has specialized in trademark and copyright law, intellectual property transactions and due diligence, and right of publicity law. Prior to joining Pirkey Barber, Shannon was a Trademark partner in the Austin office of Fulbright & Jaworski and a shareholder in Arnold, White & Durkee. Shannon also spent five years as the head of personal management firms that directed the careers of major label and major independent label recording artists based in t...
Patrick D. Clark is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Intellectual Property Law. Patrick D., who practices law in Dallas, Texas, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Patrick D. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Vikram Iyengar is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Intellectual Property Law, Litigation - Patent and Patent Law. Vikram, who practices law in Austin, Texas, has been recognized since 2023. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Vikram is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Rocco Magni is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation, Intellectual Property Law and Litigation - Intellectual Property. Rocco, who practices law in Houston, Texas, has been recognized since 2021. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Rocco is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Charles Carter advocates for clients in commercial and business litigation disputes. He strives to thoughtfully serve each client with pragmatic representation tailored to their needs and goals. His practice experience includes representing large corporations, small businesses, and municipal entities in state and federal courts on matters ranging from contractual disputes to departing employee litigation to complex commercial cases. His dedication to his clients has led to honors in Best Lawy...
Sang Eun Lee is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Intellectual Property Law. Sang Eun, who practices law in Dallas, Texas, has been recognized since 2021. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Sang Eun is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Daniel Gross is an intellectual property litigation partner in Kirkland & Ellis’s Houston office. His practice involves a range of technologies including electronics, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, mechanical and industrial equipment, and packaging coatings. Daniel has experience in all phases of patent litigation relating to liability and damages issues, including pleadings, claim construction, fact and expert discovery, dispositive motions, trial in federal district courts and ...
For Garrett, the law isn’t just a profession. It’s where family, tradition, and the thrill of the courtroom come together. Mr. Parish is living out his dream of practicing in his native East Texas. Mr. Parish's journey to Miller Fair Henry has come full circle. He started as an intern with the predecessor firm of Ward, Smith & Hill and says he is honored to continue learning from and working alongside some of the best trial lawyers in the nation. Mr. Parish handles matters inv...
William M. Logan is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation, Intellectual Property Law, Litigation - Intellectual Property and Litigation - Patent. William M., who practices law in Houston, Texas, has been recognized since 2023. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which William M. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Louis Liao is a trial lawyer who focuses on commercial litigation and intellectual property litigation. He represents plaintiffs and defendants in a wide range of high-stakes disputes, including breach of contract, trade secret, and patent lawsuits. Clients often rely on his perspective as a former engineer to provide creative solutions and break down complex concepts for judges and juries. Mr. Liao was recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch (2022–2025) and Thomson Reuters’ Sup...
Alexandra H. Bistline is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Intellectual Property Law and Litigation - Intellectual Property. Alexandra H., who practices law in Austin, Texas, has been recognized since 2021. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Alexandra H. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Alessandro Serra is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Law, Intellectual Property Law and Technology Law. Alessandro, who practices law in Austin, Texas, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Alessandro is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Helena Burns is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Intellectual Property Law and Litigation - Patent. Helena, who practices law in Austin, Texas, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Helena is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
David E. Armendariz is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Intellectual Property Law and Litigation - Intellectual Property. David E., who practices law in Austin, Texas, has been recognized since 2022. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which David E. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
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