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Allen Franklin Gardner

Intellectual property Attorney at Tyler, TX

5.0   8 reviews
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  • Licensed for 19 years
    State TX
    Acquired 2004
    Status
    Eligible to Practice in Texas No misconduct found

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

About Allen

Learn Allen’s areas of practice.

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Practice areas
  1. Intellectual property
    40%
    I handle large cases involving intellectual property issues. Intellectual property is a fancier word for patent issues, copyright issues, and trademark issues, essentially. So whether you are the victim or wrongly accused, I can help.

  2. Estate planning
    20%
    No one thinks about their own death, but they need to plan for it. Not doing so leaves the families, children, etc. in a difficult situation. I prepare wills, powers of attorney, and directives to physicians.

  3. Lawsuits and disputes
    20%
    I handle lawsuits of all types and work to achieve a reasonable solution of disputes, if possible. If not possible, I handle it in Court. I represent both Plaintiffs and Defendants; my practice is not limited to one side or the other.

  4. Securities and investment fraud
    20%
    I had a great professor once that said that the securities laws will never work as they are designed to regulate human greed, and human greed cannot be regulated. That is still true, but those wrongs can be made right.

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Awards

Client's Choice 2017
Client's Choice
2017

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Allen Gardner Law, PLLC

Reviews

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Client's Choice 2017
Client's Choice
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Posted by Benjamin | November 1, 2017
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Allen Gardner
Allen is very knowledgeable and courteous and puts the clients best interest as top priority. He made us feel comfortable and confident in our planning.
Posted by anonymous | November 1, 2017
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
| Consulted Attorney
Excellent
Allen is conscientious and works to get a fair outcome. He works hard for a resolution and is concerned with the people involved and not just the case.
Posted by Will hallmark | February 12, 2021
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Professional and knowledgeable
Mr Gardner and team are very caring and understanding when it comes to clients needs. He has helped me on several occasions over the years. Very knowledgeable and professional. He is a asset to our community. I highly recommend him and his firm.
Posted by Rick Morphew | February 17, 2018
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Dispute between neighbors over tree damage
Allen did the best he could with a jury that was tired and hungry. Allen represented my case fairly and did exactly what we agreed to.
Posted by Jason Gregory | November 1, 2017
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Excellent Attorney
Allen Gardner is an unbelievable attorney. He is very smart, and knows the law. But more importantly, he is a good person, salt of the earth. He has help me in lawsuits over property I manage. He's done my estate planning and my will. Allen has not only earned my respect as an attorney, but also as my close friend. I am just very fortunate that I have him for both. If you are looking for a great attorney in Texas, this is your man.
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Posted by Brad | October 25, 2017
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Very Good Lawyer and Person
I can't say enough good things about Allen. Allen is not only knowledgeable about the law, but cares about his clients. He's been there on several occasions when I've had important questions about my profession. I've referred clients to Allen in the past and will continue in the future.
Posted by anonymous | October 24, 2017
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
| Consulted Attorney
Conscientious and Good
Mr. Gardner helped my mother-in-law with some legal matters during a difficult time, from the goodness of his heart. He also gave excellent advise, guidance and suggested verbiage to the church with which I’m involved so as to be most protected and effective in ministry. I know him personally and have experienced his willingness to go above and beyond the call of duty. He does so as a friend and as a lawyer.
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Posted by anonymous | October 24, 2017
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
| Consulted Attorney
Very Personal and Professional
I have consulted with Alan on several different legal matters. He has always conducted himself professionally and in a timely manner. He's personal touch and knowledge of the legal world impressed me. I would highly recommended him
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Cost

Rates
  • Free Consultation 20 minutes
  • Hourly Rates $ 250-500 per hour
  • Contingency 33%-40%
Payment methods
Cash, Check, Credit Card

Resume

AVVO RATING 10.0 (Superb)

Work Experience

  • Partner
  • Allen Gardner Law, PLLC
  • 2017 - Present
  • Partner
  • Gillam & Smith, LLP
  • 2015 - 2017
  • Partner
  • Potter Minton, P.C.
  • 2004 - 2015
  • Project Engineer
  • Vaughn Construction Company
  • 2000 - 2001
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Education

  • Baylor University School of Law
  • Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.), cum laude
  • 2004
  • Texas A&M University
  • BBA - Bachelor of Business Administration
  • 2000

Associations

  • Honorable T. John Ward American Inn of Court
  • President
  • 2017 - Present
  • State Bar of Texas
  • Member
  • 2004 - Present
  • Smith County Bar Association
  • Member
  • 2004 - Present
  • Honorable T. John Ward American Inn of Court
  • Vice President
  • 2016 - 2017
  • Honorable T. John Ward American Inn of Court
  • Secretary/Treasurer
  • 2015 - 2016
  • Smith County Bar Association
  • Board of Directors
  • 2007 - 2009
  • American Bar Association, Intellectual Property Law Section, Patent Litigation Committee
  • Co-chair
  • 2006 - 2008
  • Smith County Bar Association
  • Co-Chair of the Law Day Committee
  • 2006 - 2007
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Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Spanish

Honors and Awards

  • Super Lawyer
  • SuperLawyers
  • 2017
  • Super Lawyer
  • SuperLawyers
  • 2016
  • Super Lawyer
  • SuperLawyers
  • 2015
  • Super Lawyer
  • SuperLawyers
  • 2014
  • Rising Star
  • SuperLawyers
  • 2013
  • Rising Star
  • SuperLawyers
  • 2012
  • Rising Star
  • SuperLawyers
  • 2011
  • Rising Star
  • SuperLawyers
  • 2010
  • Rising Star
  • SuperLawyers
  • 2009
  • Rising Star
  • SuperLawyers
  • 2008
  • Rising Star
  • SuperLawyers
  • 2007
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Publications

  • Thomson Reuters
  • Texas Elements of an Action
  • 2016
  • Thomson Reuters
  • Texas Elements of an Action
  • 2015
  • Thomson Reuters
  • Texas Elements of an Action
  • 2014
  • Thomson Reuters
  • Texas Elements of an Action
  • 2013
  • Thomson Reuters
  • Texas Elements of an Action
  • 2012
  • Thomson Reuters
  • Texas Elements of an Action
  • 2011
  • Thomson Reuters
  • Texas Elements of an Action
  • 2010
  • Thomson Reuters
  • Texas Elements of an Action
  • 2009
  • Intellectual Property Litigation, Vol. 21, No. 1
  • Remember Your Audience and Stay Simple
  • 2009
  • Intellectual Property Litigation, Vol. 19, No. 2
  • Pitfalls in Disclosing Prefiling Investigations and Ways to Lessen THem
  • 2008
  • Intellectual Property Litigation, Vol. 19, No. 2
  • MedImmune: How to Immunize Against It
  • 2008
  • Intellectual Property Litigation, Vol. 18, No. 4
  • The Practical Side of eBay
  • 2007
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Speaking Engagements

  • Eastern District of Texas Bench Bar Conference
  • Moderator - E-Discovery. Insights from the Drafting Table & Other Views from the Bench. Come December, What will New E-Discovery Look Like
  • 2015
  • American Bar Association Annual Meeting
  • The Outcome of CIPRO and Its Effect on Reverse Engineering
  • 2010
  • Eastern District of Texas Bench Bar Conference
  • Twombly and Rule 11 Due Diligence - East Texas Style
  • 2010
  • Continuing Legal Education Teleconference
  • Microsoft v. AT&T: Does U.S. Patent Law Apply to Exported Software?
  • 2007
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Attorney endorsements

Received (3)
Given (4)
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Lawsuits and disputes Attorney | Sep 05
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Allen truly cares about people and putting them in a better place, a trait not necessarily common among attorneys in his field. Allen will fight tirelessly for his clients. He is a good friend and a person I rely on for sound advise."
Intellectual property Attorney | Jul 06
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked cases with Allen. I have worked cases against Allen. I have mediated cases for Allen. Each time I have been impressed with him as an advocate, as a counselor of the law, and as a person. He builds great relationships with his clients and is definitely not afraid to get in the courtroom."
Lawsuits and disputes Attorney | Oct 24
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I endorse this lawyer. Allen and I have worked against each other in extremely complex and acrimonious cases, and have also worked together as co-counsel. I am extremely impressed with Allen's integrity as an attorney; he wants to do what is right for his client without wasting time or money, which value is a rarity in certain areas of practice. I am also impressed by his work ethic; I have seen him go above and beyond what any other attorney would do in terms of getting work done timely and thoroughly. He also has tremendous insight into the IP practice in this area, and knows this unique practice and the players as well as anyone, if not better. Any client, and particularly any in-house or other outside counsel, will be very well served from working with Allen."
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Securities and investment fraud

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Tyler Intellectual property Lawyer Allen Franklin Gardner
Allen Franklin Gardner
Intellectual property Attorney
Tyler, TX
Licensed for 19 years
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