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Steve Pollinger

Steve Pollinger

USA 2026

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Steve Pollinger is a Principal in the Austin office of McKool Smith. Steve is a trial lawyer and registered patent attorney who has focused on patent cases and other intellectual property litigation for over 30 years. Steve’s practice is nationwide, at trial and on appeal. He has won courtroom victories in cases involving diverse software, electronics, and medical device technologies. Steve holds a master’s degree in electrical engineering, which allows him to understand the disputed technologies and to reduce the disputes to explanations and themes that are readily understood and compelling in the courtroom.

Steve served as a Judicial Clerk to the Honorable S. Jay Plager at the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit in Washington, D.C. He speaks frequently on intellectual property litigation.

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Intellectual Property - Texas

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Steve Pollinger brings his impressive experience in electrical engineering to bear in his patent litigation practice. He regularly advises clients on disputes relating to various technologies.

Strengths

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  • His keen ability to quickly grasp advanced subjects coupled with his prowess in simplifying complex matters marks him as one of the best lawyers I have ever worked with.

    Intellectual PropertyChambers Guide to the USA
  • He gives top-notch service and is very strategic. He can see around corners, so when you are trying to do one thing, he sees how that might affect something up ahead.

    Intellectual PropertyChambers Guide to the USA
  • Steve is extremely detail-oriented. He produces fantastic results every step of the way.

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