Michael Joseph Smith

Michael Joseph Smith

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Rating: 6.9

Licensed for 23 years

Litigation Lawyer at Austin, TX
Practice Areas: Litigation, Business, Intellectual Property, Real Estate

1106 Clayton Ln Ste 565, Austin, TX

About Michael

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Litigation 70%

Primary focus in patent litigation and other intellectual property litigation in federal courts.

24 years

70%
Business 10%

Providing advice to small businesses and start-ups from formation, protection of intellectual property, contract and licensing negotiation, and litigation.

24 years

10%
Intellectual Property 10%

Providing IP portfolio management, patent, trademark, copyright, trade dress, and trade secret advice, protection, and litigation.

24 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 450-725 per hour

Contingency

30%-45%

Pro bono

5 %


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 23 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2002

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

Baker Law Group PLLC

1106 Clayton Ln Ste 565, Austin, TX, 78723

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Litigation lawyer | Sep 08

Relationship: Co-worker

"I worked with Michael for 5-6 years at Vinson & Elkins. I was so impressed with his work that I invited him to join me at my own firm. Michael is an exceptional trial attorney and has great presence in the courtroom. He is quick on his feet and a great guy to work with."

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Experience

Rating:  6.9 (Good)

Work Experience

2026 - Present

Senior Attorney, Baker Law Group, LLC

2013 - 2016

Principal, Law Office Of Michael J. Smith, PLLC

2013 - 2026

Chief of Litigation & IP, The Fowler Law Firm

2010 - 2013

Partner, F&B LLP

2008 - 2010

Principal, Law Office of Michael J. Smith PLLC

2007 - 2007

Lawyer on Loan, Dallas County District Attorney

2002 - 2008

Associate, Vinson & Elkins, LLP

Associations

2002 - Present

State Bar of Texas

Education

2002

Santa Clara University

law

1993

University of Arizona

MS - Masters

1990

Dickinson College

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2015

2015 TCN Institute

Protect Your Client – What Do Those Legal Documents Say?

Publications

2002

Santa Clara Computer and High Technology Law Journal Population-Based Genetic Studies: Informed Consent and Confidentiality

Languages

English

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