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Patent cases are federal; Texas is a major patent venue, especially in the Western and Eastern Districts. Trademark, copyright, trade-secret, and Texas Uniform Trade Secrets Act claims can proceed in state or federal court. Counsel also handles USPTO work and licensing for energy, software, and medical-device companies based in Texas.
Look for USPTO registration for patent prosecution; TBLS does not offer a consumer IP specialty badge.
Common Questions
Can I file a patent case in Texas state court?
Patent infringement is exclusive to federal court. Related contract, trade-secret, and trademark claims may still be filed in Texas state court depending on the dispute.