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Eric Klein

Eric Klein

USA 2026

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Eric serves as Co-Head of the firm’s Intellectual Property & Technology Litigation practice. He is a trial lawyer who focuses on intellectual property matters with a particular emphasis on patent and trade secret litigation.

Eric has a broad background in engineering and extensive experience building cases in highly technical subject-matter areas. His practice encompasses all aspects of case preparation, discovery, expert preparation, claim construction, trial preparation and trial. Eric’s technical experience spans a variety of technical fields, including complex chemical compounding, computer hardware and software, data networking, wireless communication, and semiconductors.

Eric has successfully argued at Markman hearings and has taken and defended numerous depositions, including critical inventor and expert depositions. He has argued motions, presented witnesses and successfully briefed transfer motions, claim construction issues and summary judgment motions. He has represented a wide array of individuals and corporations all over the world in connection with their intellectual property litigation.

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Chambers Guide to the USA

Intellectual Property - Texas

Band 6
Band 6

Individual Editorial

Eric Klein draws praise for his representation of clients in patent litigation proceedings. He has particular experience acting for companies in the energy and technology sectors.

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  • Eric's commercial awareness was exceptional. He not only understood the legal complexities but also grasped the broader business implications, enabling him to provide practical, commercially savvy advice.

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