Best Lawyers in Texas, United States for Intellectual Property Law
Rodney Caldwell has practiced in the intellectual property field since 1970. His practice has been concentrated in the litigation of trademark and related intellectual property matters, alternative dispute resolution, and counseling, including advice on trademark licensing, franchising, and intellectual property/antitrust matters. He has represented large, mid-sized, and small business clients and has broad experience in litigation of trademark, trade secret, and related unfair competition ma...
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/
Rebecca McCurry is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Intellectual Property Law. Rebecca, 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 Rebecca is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Aashish Kapadia represents clients in patent litigation, post-grant trials and patent prosecution. His background in electrical and computer engineering gives him strategic insight into his clients’ vital technologies. He offers multifaceted representation across all phases of complex patent litigation, from pre-suit strategy and early motion practice through claim construction, discovery and summary judgment. He regularly represents clients in inter partes review proceedings at the US ...
Drew Taggart is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation and Patent Law. Drew, who practices law in Houston, Texas, has been recognized since 2022. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Drew is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
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...
Steven R. Laxton is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Litigation - Patent and Patent Law. Steven R., who practices law in Dallas, Texas, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Steven R. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Gracen Moreno is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Appellate Practice, Commercial Litigation, Intellectual Property Law and Litigation - Intellectual Property. Gracen, who practices law in Dallas, Texas, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Gracen 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.
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.
Christopher Elam’s corporate and transactional practice has allowed him to help numerous businesses, business owners, and individuals. Mr. Elam’s practice focuses on helping clients solve the contractual and business problems they face, but he aims to prevent problems from occurring in the first place through careful drafting and negotiation of agreements. Christopher has experience in a wide range of practice areas including corporate governance, intellectual property and tradema...
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.
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...
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.
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