Ranking tables
Intellectual Property | USA
Texas
Rankings overview for Departments
Band 1
Band 2
Band 3
Band 4
Alavi & Anaipakos, PLLC 4 Years Ranked
Baker McKenzie 17 Years Ranked
Caldwell Cassady & Curry 5 Years Ranked
DLA Piper LLP (US) 16 Years Ranked
Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP 6 Years Ranked
Heim, Payne & Chorush LLP 16 Years Ranked
Holland & Knight LLP 22 Years Ranked
Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP 16 Years Ranked
Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP 3 Years Ranked
Slater Matsil, LLP 6 Years Ranked
Band 5
Ahmad, Zavitsanos & Mensing 5 Years Ranked
Blank Rome LLP 10 Years Ranked
Bracewell LLP 21 Years Ranked
Cole Schotz P.C. 5 Years Ranked
Dickinson Wright PLLC 2 Years Ranked
Jackson Walker LLP 3 Years Ranked
McDermott Will & Emery LLP 2 Years Ranked
Morrison Foerster 1 Years Ranked
Reed Smith LLP 2 Years Ranked- Ward, Smith & Hill, PLLC
Band 6
Cabello Hall Zinda, PLLC 1 Years Ranked
Dentons 4 Years Ranked
Greenberg Traurig, LLP 6 Years Ranked
Kirkland & Ellis LLP 1 Years Ranked
Pillsbury 4 Years Ranked
Vinson & Elkins LLP 22 Years Ranked
Womble Bond Dickinson US LLP 1 Years Ranked
Yetter Coleman LLP 1 Years Ranked- Cadwell Clonts Reeder & Thomas LLP
- Haltom & Doan
- Meade Neese & Barr, LLP
Senior Statespeople
Samuel Baxter McKool Smith17 Years Ranked- Gale PetersonLaw Offices of Gale R. Peterson
Eminent Practitioners
Band 1
David McCombs Haynes and Boone, LLP23 Years Ranked- DJ Healey Spencer Fane LLP20 Years Ranked
John Keville Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP19 Years Ranked
Max Tribble Susman Godfrey LLP16 Years Ranked
Theodore Stevenson Alston & Bird LLP16 Years Ranked
Tom Melsheimer Winston & Strawn LLP18 Years Ranked
Band 2
Band 3
Amir Alavi Alavi & Anaipakos, PLLC5 Years Ranked
Brian Nash Morrison Foerster5 Years Ranked
Carey Jordan Vorys, Sater, Seymour and Pease LLP21 Years Ranked- Charles Walker Norton Rose Fulbright16 Years Ranked
Christa Brown-Sanford Baker Botts L.L.P.6 Years Ranked
David Cabello Cabello Hall Zinda, PLLC11 Years Ranked
Demetrios Anaipakos Alavi & Anaipakos, PLLC11 Years Ranked
Douglas Kubehl Baker Botts L.L.P.16 Years Ranked- Gina Shishima Norton Rose Fulbright12 Years Ranked
Jeffrey A. Andrews Yetter Coleman LLP8 Years Ranked
Jeffrey Whittle Womble Bond Dickinson US LLP16 Years Ranked
John Guaragna DLA Piper LLP (US)19 Years Ranked
Kevin Meek McDermott Will & Emery LLP17 Years Ranked- Leslie Payne Heim, Payne & Chorush LLP7 Years Ranked
Mark N Reiter Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP8 Years Ranked
Peter Chassman Reed Smith LLP12 Years Ranked- Phillip Philbin Winstead PC16 Years Ranked
Russell Emerson Haynes and Boone, LLP16 Years Ranked- Charles EveringhamWard, Smith & Hill, PLLC
- Massimo CiccarelliCiccarelli Law Firm
- Robert McAughanMcAughan Deaver, PLLC
Band 4
Aaron Fountain Morrison Foerster10 Years Ranked
Charles S Baker Troutman Pepper Locke LLP19 Years Ranked
Constance Gall Rhebergen Bracewell LLP19 Years Ranked
Dwayne Mason Greenberg Traurig, LLP11 Years Ranked
Erik Hawes Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP5 Years Ranked
Gary Sorden Cole Schotz P.C.3 Years Ranked
Ira Matsil Slater Matsil, LLP5 Years Ranked
Jeanne M Heffernan Kirkland & Ellis LLP2 Years Ranked
Jennifer Nall DLA Piper LLP (US)2 Years Ranked
John Flaim Baker McKenzie16 Years Ranked
Joseph M Beauchamp Jones Day8 Years Ranked
Kurt Pankratz Baker Botts L.L.P.10 Years Ranked
Michael A. Bittner Winston & Strawn LLP7 Years Ranked
Michael Newton Alston & Bird LLP4 Years Ranked
Miranda Jones Winstead PC5 Years Ranked
Nash Zogaib Eversheds Sutherland (US) LLP5 Years Ranked
Nicholas Mathews McKool Smith4 Years Ranked
Roger J Fulghum Baker Botts L.L.P.9 Years Ranked
Russell Wong Blank Rome LLP11 Years Ranked
Steve Pollinger McKool Smith12 Years Ranked- David ClontsCadwell Clonts Reeder & Thomas LLP
- David HoffmanFish & Richardson PC
- Jennifer Haltom DoanHaltom & Doan
- John BarrMeade Neese & Barr, LLP
- Kevin KudlacRadulescu LLP
Band 5
Aimee Perilloux Fagan Sidley Austin LLP3 Years Ranked
Andrea Arndt Dickinson Wright PLLC2 Years Ranked
Brian Prewitt Jackson Walker LLP2 Years Ranked
Darren Collins McGuireWoods LLP9 Years Ranked
Garland Stephens Blue Peak Law Group LLP15 Years Ranked
Jason Cassady Caldwell Cassady & Curry3 Years Ranked- Jason S. McManis Ahmad, Zavitsanos & Mensing 2 Years Ranked
Jason W. Cook McGuireWoods LLP3 Years Ranked
Keith B Davis Jones Day8 Years Ranked
Rick Rambo Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP5 Years Ranked
Robert Hanson Dentons12 Years Ranked
Srini Chakravarthi Slater Matsil, LLP3 Years Ranked
Steven Slater Slater Matsil, LLP2 Years Ranked- David ParkerParker Highlander PLLC
- Johnny WardWard, Smith & Hill, PLLC
- Li ChenLumens Law Group
Band 6
Aaron Davidson Cole Schotz P.C.3 Years Ranked
Christopher Hanba Dickinson Wright PLLC1 Years Ranked- Daniel Leventhal Norton Rose Fulbright1 Years Ranked
David Levy Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP16 Years Ranked
Edward A Cavazos Pillsbury16 Years Ranked- Joseph S Grinstein Susman Godfrey LLP1 Years Ranked
Karthika Perumal Womble Bond Dickinson US LLP1 Years Ranked
Mark C Nelson Barnes & Thornburg LLP5 Years Ranked
Natalie Alfaro Gonzales Yetter Coleman LLP3 Years Ranked
Rex Mann Winston & Strawn LLP2 Years Ranked- Robert Hill Holland & Knight LLP1 Years Ranked
- Robert R. Riddle Reed Smith LLP1 Years Ranked
Stephen Zinda Cabello Hall Zinda, PLLC1 Years Ranked
Wasif Qureshi Jackson Walker LLP1 Years Ranked- Kevin CadwellCadwell Clonts Reeder & Thomas LLP
- Steven MalinLaw Office of Steven Malin, PLLC
- Todd LandisWilliams Simons & Landis PLLC
- William MunckMunck Wilson Mandala LLP
Up and Coming
All Departments profiles
Band 1
1 Baker Botts L.L.P.Intellectual Property2025 | Band 1 | 22 Years RankedPremier patent litigation team that complements substantial trial expertise with experience in administrative proceedings before the USPTO. Prosecution and licensing are also key areas of focus. Offers a growing appeals practice and expertise in patent, trademark and copyright portfolios. Especially impressive work for a range of technology clients, but also represents household names from all sectors, including the automotive and energy industries. Market-leading breadth of expertise, and a deep bench of attorneys with comprehensive specialties.
1 McKool SmithIntellectual Property2025 | Band 1 | 22 Years RankedImpressive trial capability in high-value patent litigation on behalf of globally recognized brand names in industries including technology and life sciences. Draws on a wealth of resources to offer a wide-ranging service, fielding strong experience in administrative proceedings such as inter partes reviews as well as courtroom litigation in district courts, Federal Circuit courts, the PTAB and the ITC. Go-to firm for plaintiffs seeking to file multimillion-dollar claims against competitors, as well as offering strong defense capabilities.
1 Norton Rose FulbrightIntellectual Property2025 | Band 1 | 22 Years RankedAdvises on all aspects of IP law, with expertise in counseling, prosecution and litigation covering patent, trademark, copyright and trade secrets and trade dress matters. Also advises on long-term patent exploitation strategies, acting for clients such as high-profile technology and life sciences companies. Has offices throughout Texas, including in Houston, Dallas, Austin and San Antonio.
Band 2
2 Jones DayIntellectual Property2025 | Band 2 | 22 Years RankedGlobal powerhouse with a notable Texas-based IP litigation practice covering all core rights, including particularly deep knowledge of privacy and data security. Frequently appears in cross-border proceedings, including patent and trademark disputes, and notable for the strength of its IP appellate practice. Clients come from a range of industries, including energy, technology, manufacturing, automotive and sports.
2 Susman Godfrey LLPIntellectual Property2025 | Band 2 | 19 Years RankedParticularly well known for its expert handling of patent and trade secrets litigation for plaintiffs and respondents. Also offers notable recent experience acting for clients in jury trials. Maintains a diverse commercial litigation practice that sees it represent a range of clients, including many active in hi-tech sectors.
2 Winston & Strawn LLPIntellectual Property2025 | Band 2 | 14 Years RankedWell-reputed Texas IP group that continues to consolidate its place in the market. Acts across an impressive range of IP concerns, including particular expertise in patent litigation. Also noted for its handling of trade secret issues and the IP aspects of transactions. Maintains its strong reputation in the energy market, while also acting for software, healthcare, telecom and financial services clients.
Band 3
3 Alston & Bird LLPIntellectual Property2025 | Band 3 | 3 Years RankedAlston & Bird is a respected firm with IP expertise in areas including patent litigation, infringement disputes, and portfolio management. The firm represents major companies in the telecommunication and pharmaceutical's sector, as well as notable brands in the food and beverage industry.
3 Haynes and Boone, LLPIntellectual Property2025 | Band 3 | 22 Years RankedExcellent IP practice group providing comprehensive support to clients on the full array of matters, including trademark and copyright work and patent litigation for both plaintiffs and defendants. Specialist lawyers offering extensive expertise in areas such as prosecution, post-grant reviews and inter partes review proceedings. Particularly esteemed for its USPTO practice, while also frequently appearing in district and federal court trials, as well as the United States International Trade Commission. Clients include household names in the technology and telecom industries.
3 McGuireWoods LLPIntellectual Property2025 | Band 3 | 6 Years RankedNoted counsel in contentious patent matters with experience litigating before district and federal courts as well as the ITC. Offers further expertise in transactional IP work, patent prosecution and portfolio management issues.
Band 4
4 Alavi & Anaipakos, PLLCIntellectual Property2025 | Band 4 | 4 Years RankedHouston-based litigation firm with expertise advising clients involved in complex patent infringement disputes, as well as patent portfolio enforcement. The firm houses experienced trial lawyers who handle high-stakes litigation in a range of industries including technology, finance and energy.4 Baker McKenzieIntellectual Property2025 | Band 4 | 17 Years RankedExtensive experience acting before the USPTO, the TTAB and the ITC, as well as district courts and the Federal Circuit. Able to use the firm's international reach to advise multinational companies on matters with cross-border IP implications. Alongside patent, trademark and copyright litigation, the group leverages its resources to provide global portfolio management support. Broad client base includes chemical, life sciences, electrical and software companies.4 Caldwell Cassady & CurryIntellectual Property2025 | Band 4 | 5 Years RankedImpressive Dallas litigation boutique with a notable track record of success in high-stakes patent disputes. Particularly adept at representing technology sector plaintiffs in complex infringement trials.4 DLA Piper LLP (US)Intellectual Property2025 | Band 4 | 16 Years RankedRecognized for its handling of ITC and district court patent litigation, as well as its increased focus on PTAB proceedings, with a notable patent defense practice. Notable international capabilities attract major global brands, including electronics and computer software companies. Frequently advises on multijurisdictional patent enforcement. Able to draw upon the wealth of national and international resources that underpins the firm's wide network of offices.4 Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLPIntellectual Property2025 | Band 4 | 6 Years RankedGibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP has a nationwide presence on intellectual property matters, with notable strength in the firm's Texas offices. Regularly handles high-value patent litigation and trade secrets disputes, as well as licensing issues. Acts for clients from an array of sectors, including the technology and pharmaceuticals fields.
4 Heim, Payne & Chorush LLPIntellectual Property2025 | Band 4 | 16 Years RankedHighly recommended for its expertise in electronics, computer science, energy and pharmaceuticals. Well-regarded IP boutique that provides support for clients across a range of areas, including patent litigation, trade secrets and antitrust. Adept at handling patent infringement matters at trial and inter partes review proceedings. Particular strength in the Houston market.4 Holland & Knight LLPIntellectual Property2025 | Band 4 | 22 Years RankedFocuses primarily on patent litigation, fielding additional experience in trade secret, unfair competition and asset management issues. Active across a range of areas, including IP issues involving life sciences, construction, telecom, consumer products and manufacturing clients. Considerable experience in patent infringement disputes, with especial strength in the oil and gas space.4 Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLPIntellectual Property2025 | Band 4 | 16 Years RankedRespected patent trial team that acts for a range of clients, including those in the energy, financial services and retail markets. Strong litigation capabilities are supported by a broad prosecution and portfolio management offering. Also noted for its experience in disputes with non-practicing entities. Client base includes big-name companies in the energy and computing sectors.4 Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLPIntellectual Property2025 | Band 4 | 3 Years RankedSheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP is a respected global firm with a growing presence in the Texas IP market. The group offers substantial patent litigation expertise and frequently represents major players from a broad range of technical industries.4 Slater Matsil, LLPIntellectual Property2025 | Band 4 | 6 Years RankedWell-regarded boutique firm with substantial experience in the IP space. Regularly assists clients with patent prosecution, as well as advising on patent portfolio development, transactions and licensing. Adept at appearing before the ITC on behalf of clients. Recognized strength in the technology sector.
Band 5
5 Ahmad, Zavitsanos & MensingIntellectual Property2025 | Band 5 | 5 Years RankedRespected Houston-based litigation boutique with notable expertise advising clients involved in high-stakes IP disputes. Offers particular expertise handling complex patent infringement litigation, including at trial, for clients from a wide range of industries, including technology and oil and gas.5 Blank Rome LLPIntellectual Property2025 | Band 5 | 10 Years RankedBroad-based offering with substantial expertise advising on a wide range of IP matters, both contentious and non-contentious. Regularly acts in patent litigation, prosecution and transactional matters for a diverse client base that includes technology, energy and life sciences companies.5 Bracewell LLPIntellectual Property2025 | Band 5 | 21 Years RankedProvides complete coverage in all areas of IP, fielding established practitioners able to file, prosecute and litigate on trademarks, copyrights and patents. Also noted for its strong handling of transactional IP concerns. Works with cutting-edge technology in biomedicine, data security and government infrastructure.5 Cole Schotz P.C.Intellectual Property2025 | Band 5 | 5 Years RankedGrowing IP group with experience advising across a range of areas of IP, including patent, copyright, trademark and trade secret matters. Frequently called upon to handle litigation and non-contentious mandates such as prosecution and IP strategy for a varied client base that includes technology and energy companies.5 Dickinson Wright PLLCIntellectual Property2025 | Band 5 | 2 Years RankedDickinson Wright PLLC has substantial experience acting in complex patent disputes for clients in highly technical industries. The team is also frequently called upon to advise on non-contentious mandates, including prosecution and the IP aspects of transactions.5 Jackson Walker LLPIntellectual Property2025 | Band 5 | 3 Years RankedJackson Walker LLP offers demonstrable expertise in both contentious and non-contentious trademark and copyright matters. The team frequently advises on prosecution and portfolio management, as well as complex infringement litigation, on behalf of clients from a diverse range of industries.5 McDermott Will & Emery LLPIntellectual Property2025 | Band 5 | 2 Years RankedMcDermott Will & Emery LLP houses a respected IP group with wide-ranging expertise encompassing both contentious and non-contentious mandates. The team regularly represents clients from technical industries in high-stakes patent disputes, and offers additional prowess in prosecution and general IP strategy.
5 Morrison FoersterIntellectual Property2025 | Band 5 | 1 Years RankedMorrison Foerster offers comprehensive IP services with a particular focus on litigation, including complex patent disputes. The firm has specific expertise in sectors including energy, software and retail.
5 Reed Smith LLPIntellectual Property2025 | Band 5 | 2 Years RankedReed Smith LLP comes recommended for its sophisticated handling of complex patent disputes. The firm is frequently engaged by life sciences and technology sector clients to litigate matters in district courts and before the ITC.
Band 6
6 Cabello Hall Zinda, PLLCIntellectual Property2025 | Band 6 | 1 Years RankedCabello Hall Zinda, PLLC is a respected Houston-based boutique with a strong track record in patent prosecution, IPRs and general IP counseling, serving clients in industries like technology and telecommunications.
6 DentonsIntellectual Property2025 | Band 6 | 4 Years RankedDentons is a global firm with a growing Texas group that specializes in patent litigation, trademark protection, and IP transactions. The team regularly serves clients in industries such as technology and life sciences.
6 Greenberg Traurig, LLPIntellectual Property2025 | Band 6 | 6 Years RankedGreenberg Traurig specializes in patent litigation, with supplementary expertise in non-contentious matters including prosecution and IP transactions. The group serves clients in industries such as technology, life sciences and energy.
6 Kirkland & Ellis LLPIntellectual Property2025 | Band 6 | 1 Years RankedKirkland & Ellis is a respected international firm with an increasingly prominent Texas-based IP group. The team specializes in high-stakes patent litigation, serving clients across industries including technology, life sciences, and automotives.
6 PillsburyIntellectual Property2025 | Band 6 | 4 Years RankedPillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP is noted for its expertise in a range of IP matters, including litigation and patent prosecution work. The firm regularly works with big-name clients from a host of industries, including technology, retail and telecommunications.6 Vinson & Elkins LLPIntellectual Property2025 | Band 6 | 22 Years RankedActs for some of the biggest names in sports, media and life sciences, providing support on everything from due diligence on M&A deals to patent, copyright and trademark litigation. Active Eastern District of Texas caseload, as well as frequently appearing before nationwide trial and appellate courts.6 Womble Bond Dickinson US LLPIntellectual Property2025 | Band 6 | 1 Years RankedWomble Bond Dickinson's group handles patent, trademark and copyright matters, specializing in complex litigation and strategic IP counseling. It serves clients in industries including technology, healthcare, and energy, offering both protection and enforcement of intellectual property.
6 Yetter Coleman LLPIntellectual Property2025 | Band 6 | 1 Years RankedYetter Coleman LLP provides comprehensive IP services, with significant expertise in patent litigation. The group works with clients across a range of industries, including technology, pharmaceuticals, and manufacturing.