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William graduated cum laude from the SMU Dedman School of Law and upon graduation he was one of only ten of the 2016 graduates inducted into the prestigious Order of Barristers for his talents as a litigator.. While at SMU Law, he wrote onto the SMU Law Review, serving on the Journal of Air Law & Commerce (JALC), took First Place at the 2014 ABA Labor & Employment Law Trial Advocacy Competition – Dallas Region, won Best Advocate in the 2015 Howie & Sweeny Moot Court Competition, and served as one of the few students selected as a Garner Law Scholar learning under the renowned Bryan Garner.. Before attending law school at SMU, William was an associate professor of government for Collin College. While working for Collin, he focused on teaching his students critical thinking skills through the Socratic Method as a way to unlock their perception of the world and understand how political systems impact their everyday lives.. Before attending the SMU Dedman School of Law, William attend the University of Texas at Arlington where he graduated magna cum laude with an Honors Bachelors of Arts in Political Science and a Masters of Arts in Political Science.. William is a life long Dallas-Fort Worth native. Before attending UTA he graduated from Coppell High School in northwest Dallas County. In his free time, he is a board gaming enthusiast and avid football fan. Each spring he is a season ticket holder of the Arlington Renegades (United Football League) and enjoys getting out to watch the 2023 World Champion Texas Rangers.

Tommy Hastings is the founder and principal of Hastings Law Firm, Medical Malpractice Lawyers.  He was born and raised in rural Missouri where he learned the values of honest, hard-working people.  He received a bachelor's degree from the University of Missouri before coming to Texas.  He attended the University of Houston Law Center where he graduated with honors.. Upon graduation, Tommy immediately began to represent people who had been injured through the fault of others.  He began his career at a long-established Plaintiff's firm in Houston obtaining a multi-million dollar verdict just three months after passing the bar exam.  While there, he handled all types of cases involving personal injury, medical malpractice, and products liability.. In 2002, Tommy joined another prominent firm where he developed a significant interest in medical malpractice cases.  Over the next few years, he tried numerous cases to a jury involving wrongful death and catastrophic injury, obtained significant settlements for his clients, and handled several appeals.  In 2004, H Texas magazine named Tommy as one of the "lawyers on the fast track."  In 2005, Texas Monthly Magazine selected Tommy as a “Rising Star”.   An honor he received again in 2007, 2008 2009, and 2010.  He is also a member of the Million Dollar Advocates and the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates  which is one the most prestigious groups of trial lawyers in the United States.  Membership is limited to attorneys who have won million and multi-million dollar verdicts and settlements. There are over 3000 members throughout the country.  Fewer than 1% of U.S. lawyers are members.. Tommy is Board Certified in Personal Injury Trial Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization.. Tommy founded Hastings Law Firm in 2005.  He proudly represents injury victims against large corporations and insurance companies.  He never has and never will represent the powerful against the powerless.  Although he believes a lawyer should always use his head to practice law, he believes that cases are won by the lawyer using his heart.  He does not believe that a lawyer should remain emotionally uninvolved in his client’s case, but instead the lawyer should feel their pain as if it were his own.. Tommy is a member of the Texas Trial Lawyers Association, Houston Trial Lawyers Association, Houston Bar Association, and other local and national organizations.  He has also written and lectured on continuing legal education matters to other members of the Texas Bar.

Tom is a graduate of the Texas Tech University School of Business and the Baylor University School of Law, having graduated from law school in only 27 months. He is also a former Dallas Police Officer, having graduated as valedictorian and the number one overall recruit in his academy class. Tom was assigned to the Southeast Dallas Police Substation where he earned recognition as the Southeast Dallas Chamber of Commerce Police Officer of the Year as a rookie officer, the only rookie ever to earn the honor. He worked as a one-man patrol element in South Dallas and the Pleasant Grove area of Southeast Dallas. Both locations are known havens for violent crime and are extremely dangerous venues for law enforcement. During his tenure as a police officer, Tom made 328 custodial arrests, including the single-handed apprehension of a capital murder suspect moments after the offense, bank robbery suspects, burglary suspects, multiple narcotics traffickers, aggravated assault suspects, and numerous other aggravated felons. He was awarded the Certificate of Merit by the department and received numerous accommodations for bravery and dedication to duty. Tom's professional background also includes several years experience as a financial consultant prior to attending law school. He worked for a Big 5 accounting firm and a Fortune 500 investment bank and credits the experience as a helpful asset when litigating finance-oriented lawsuits. Since graduating from law school, Tom has practiced trial law continuously and after several years of commercial litigation, now focuses his practice almost exclusively on consumer protection. Tom has successfully prosecuted and defended thousands of lawsuits. The results noted on this website are merely an example of a few victories. Tom's practice combines street smarts with aggressive trial tactics and is designed to obtain results. Tom is a seventh generation Texan and his firm defends collection cases throughout the state. All Texas cases will be considered regardless of location.

To learn more about Attorney Garza, view her attorney profile page on her website.. Liza G. Garza is a respected Dallas divorce attorneys and the founder of her own firm. She is a Board Certified Specialist in family law revered for her compassionate counsel and personalized attention she gives every case that comes to her. With over two decades of experience in family law, Attorney Garza can confidently advocate your rights and best interests. Whether you are dealing with a difficult child custody dispute or a complex high-asset property division, you can count on Attorney Garza to fight for you. Schedule a consultation when you contact us.

The Law Office of Jenna Zebrowski, PLLC, helps real estate professionals and smart business owners protect their interest and prevent problems in their leases, purchases and sales, and contracts and legal documents.

Sul Lee is dedicated to problem-solving and helping businesses prevent and overcome their legal issues. Sul Lee started her law firm in 2013 to translate her love of entrepreneurship, the law, and serving her local communicates and business owners. Helping small and medium businesses grow smart is Sul Lee’s commitment and passion in her business.. Sul Lee has worked hard, and her dedication to her fellow small and medium size business owners who conduct business in Texas is evident in her relationships (repeating business) and success rate on behalf of her clients. Ms. Lee takes the utmost pride in receiving repeat business, referrals, and recommendations that have helped her business grow in the DFW community.. Sul Lee is Korean American Lawyer, her dedication to the Korean business community is demonstrated by serving Korean business clients in Dallas by becoming a Board Member of the Greater Dallas Asian Chamber of Commerce, Vice President of the Dallas Korean Chamber of Commerce, and Vice President of the Korean Society of Dallas. Sul Lee is Korean Attorney who fluently speaks in English and Korean.. Sul Lee’s life goal is to help people and she is steadfast in her motivation to help business clients, specifically those of an Asian and Korean background, navigate the cultural differences of Asian and American business law and successfully resolve any issue so that they may encounter the utmost success in running their business.. While running a successful law firm as the principal attorney, Sul Lee is also a mother of two. Her husband, who is also an attorney, and the family in their moments of leisure enjoy traveling and trying new cuisines in the Dallas area.

Steve was first licensed to practice law in 1990.  His first six years as an attorney was spent serving his country as an attorney in the Army.  In 1995, Steve was licensed to practice law in Texas.  His practice includes fighting for anyone who is in need of help due to family problems, criminal problems, or that has been injured due to the negligence of someone else... The road to this position has been a long, fruitful one for Steve.  He began his legal career as a bailiff/law clerk for a circuit court judge, working a full-time job during the day and attending law school full-time at night.   After passing the bar, Steve was commissioned as an officer in the Army and served six years in the Judge Advocate General’s Corp.  During that time, Steve served as a prosecutor, involved in several high-profile prosecutions.  Later, Steve served as a criminal defense attorney and was in charge of the Criminal Defense Office at Ft. Sill, Oklahoma where his office had the one of, if not the best, trial record in the entire United States Army.  Steve also served in Honduras in a job that included advising the United States Ambassador to Honduras.  It was in this position that Steve was nominated as the Best Young Attorney in the entire United States’ Military.  Steve left the Army in 1996 as a Captain. After leaving the military, Steve has worked very hard to help those in need.. Steve has not limited himself to the legal arena.  While living in Lancaster, Texas, Steve was elected to three terms as a city councilman.  During his last term, Steve was voted as the Best Elected Official in the Best of the Best Southwest (cities included Lancaster, Duncanville, Cedar Hill, Midlothian, and De Soto).. Later, when Steve moved to Dallas, he was appointed by Mayor Laura Miller to serve as Chairman of the Dallas Civil Service Board, where he served for three years.. In 2003, Steve was asked by Brigadier General Marshall Scantlin to come into the Texas State Guard and serve as his Judge Advocate.  Steve complied and has served not only as an attorney, but in command, earning military awards for his work during Hurricane Katrina, Hurricane Rita, and various other operations.  Steve, a Lieutenant Colonel, graduated from the Command General Staff College.  He resigned his commission when he moved to Utah.. Steve is also a published poet and songwriter.. Steve is happily married to Susan Foster Smith and has four wonderful children, Joshua, Ashley, Brittany, and Matthew.  He has one two granddaughters, Kalliope and Chloe.. Date of Birth: July 1, 1960 Place of Birth: Keesler Air Force Base, Biloxi, Mississippi Undergraduate Education: The University of Texas at Austin- B.S. – Journalism/Public Relations 1982 Graduate Education: The Thomas Cooley Law School-Doctorate of Jurisprudence 1989. Military Service: Attained rank of Lieutenant Colonel. Licensure: State Bar of Texas- Active. State Bar of Michigan- Inactive. Language Fluency: English, Spanish

Stalcup Law provides over 30 years of experience and knowledge to represent and counsel our clients in their personal and business affairs. Our client’s interest is our highest priority. We advocate, negotiate, mediate, and litigate to achieve the greatest advantage four client’s cause.. Brett Stalcup graduated cum laude from Texas Tech University with a degree in finance. He went on to graduate from Texas Tech University School of Law in 1984 and began his law career working for the legendary Dallas County District Attorney Henry Wade.. In 1989, he went into private practice as a criminal defense lawyer. He was recognized as a leading criminal defense lawyer in 1990 after successfully litigating high profile cases such as the murder case against Dana McIntosh.. Brett was one of the founding attorneys that developed the recovery defense, a noncriminal disposition strategy, for drug and alcohol related offenses. He has in-depth knowledge of the law and the specifics of the various accredited recovery programs. He also has an understanding of the human characteristics of substance abuse and addiction. He provides each client and the client’s family with recommendations for specific accredited treatment while he prepares a strong presentation that shows the program benefits to the court.. Many of his recovery defense cases involve juvenile and young adult offenders. These cases often involve parents who are stressed to the point of divorce. Brett offers his clients more than legal advice; he offers them counseling by sharing his life experience and wisdom. Over time, as wayward youth replace their self-destructive habits with success oriented life skills and families were reconciled, Brett defined a vision for a new organization. He founded Discovery Training, a life skills organization, that he has since passed the torch on.. In 2008, he was recognized as a leading family law attorney and coach. During this time, he has practiced business law and has successfully litigated complex business, condemnation, and oil & gas cases. In one condemnation case the client was awarded $1.65 million, two times the original Texas Department of Transportation offer.. He is a respected presence in the Texas courts and provides each client facing criminal prosecution with personalized services.. In early 2014 Brett published his first book Push, that reveals some of the life lessons he’s learned in his years of practicing law.. Brett is a man of integrity and heart. He has his client’s best interest in mind and champions their case all of the way.

Sr. Partner in a law firm focusing on real estate litigation and landlord/tenant issues. Let us help you protect your property and your rights. Landlord attorney for Commercial and Residential entities, but occasionally take tenant cases. I give straight answers to your hard legal questions, and provide you effective representation in Court. You will have a strong advocate, and a compassionate attorney.

Sheila Obiaju began her career zealously advocating for and helping her clients understand and navigate uniquely challenging legal issues as a criminal defense attorney. With a passion for litigation, pre-suit investigation, and a knack for developing and implementing creative strategies, she has since pivoted her practice to managing a robust docket of personal injury, real property, probate litigation, civil litigation, and employment law cases.. Sheila graduated from the University of North Texas with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science, where she was recognized for her academic achievements by both the Dean’s List and President’s List. She then went on to attend the University of Tulsa College of Law where she earned her Juris Doctor. While in law school, she regularly competed in moot court competitions and received the Order of the Barristers for excellence in legal advocacy for her work representing the University of Tulsa’s College of Law at the American Association for Justice Student Trial Advocacy Competition.. After law school, she moved to West Texas where she was able to hone and refine her skills as a litigator in a small but competitive market by vigorously drafting and arguing persuasive motions while also securing favorable resolutions for her clients as a criminal defense and family law attorney. She has since been able to transfer those skills towards cases involving complex post-conviction writs, general civil litigation, insurance defense, probate litigation, employment, and commercial disputes.. With her fervent work ethic, obsessive attention to detail, and experience developing favorable resolutions for clients from all walks of life, Sheila remains committed to helping her clients achieve success both inside and outside the courtroom as their needs dictate.

Shane Egan’s practice focuses on a broad range of corporate and transactional matters, including mergers and acquisitions, divestitures and asset sales, private equity and venture capital investments, fund formation and investment partnerships, corporate reorganizations and recapitalizations (including bankruptcy and workout transactions), joint ventures, business organizations, public securities offerings and private placements, securities compliance matters, and commercial real estate transactions. Mr. Egan has represented and counseled a broad spectrum of clients, including local companies and individuals, Fortune 500 companies, investment funds and their sponsors, and investment banking firms. Prior to founding Egan Nelson LLP, Mr. Egan practiced in the Dallas and New York offices of Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP.

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Sean Daredia attended SMU Dedman School of Law as a Dean’s List Scholar.. After law school he practiced Criminal Defense, handling all types of serious felonies throughout the state of Texas.. He later worked as a Prosecutor with the Dallas County District Attorney’s Office. As an Assistant District Attorney, Mr. Daredia tried worked with law enforcement agencies across the state, and learned what tactics the prosecution will use.. Sean Daredia also spent time working as a Supervising Federal Attorney with the United States Small Business Administration. He investigated fraud and financial crimes during his tenure there, which provided him with the knowledge to handle a wide variety of financial crimes in state and federal court.. As a defense attorney Sean Daredia has successfully handled thousands of criminal cases. He has successfully defended clients charged with, Capital Murder, Murder, Aggravated Sexual Assault of a Child, Continuous Sexual Abuse of a Child, Sexual Assault, Manufacturing and Delivery of a Controlled Substance, Intoxication Assault, and numerous other serious felonies.

Sadat Montgomery, Esq., is an experienced personal injury attorney with a demonstrated history of results. As the founding partner of Montgomery Law, PLLC, Sadat has tried and settled many complex personal injury and wrongful death cases—often resulting from catastrophic auto accidents.. Mr. Montgomery has not only represented clients against some of the largest insurance companies and businesses in the world, but has also been recognized by countless organizations for his expertise, legal prowess, and success in the courtroom.. Mr. Montgomery received his Juris Doctor (J.D.) from SMU Dedman School of Law in Dallas, Texas, where he excelled in debate, moot court, and gained practical experience as a student attorney. Sadat was also a leader on campus, serving as the President of the Black Law Students Association and receiving recognition from Dean Attanasio for his accomplishments. Mr. Montgomery earned his B.A. in Communications from Prairie View A&M University in Houston, where he was a Division I basketball scholarship athlete.. Prior to law school, Mr. Montgomery worked for two multinational fortune 100 companies (Pfizer Pharmaceutical Corporation and Novartis Oncology) connecting medical practices with needed resources. This experience has given him the opportunity to build relationships with some of the top physicians in Texas, allowing his clients access to the best medical treatment options in the state.. Mr. Montgomery’s competitive background in debate has equipped him for the battles that regularly take place in the courtroom. His trial experience and continued training has only honed his ability to connect with victims and jurors alike, making him a highly effective attorney for personal injury victims & the families of those wrongfully killed.. Sadat Montgomery is licensed to practice in all State Courts in Texas, U.S. District Court – Northern District of Texas, U.S. District Court – Eastern District of Texas, as well all State Courts in Tennessee.

Ryan Snow specializes in auto and trucking cases. He is a member of the State Bar of Texas.. Ryan obtained his J.D. degree at Southern Methodist University Dedman School of law.. Ryan graduated from Brigham Young University Idaho with a Bachelor’s Degree in Spanish Education and a minor in Russian Education. As part of his undergraduate education, Ryan spent a semester abroad in Viña del Mar Chile as a foreign exchange student. Ryan subsequently attended law school at SMU Dedman School of Law in Dallas Texas where he would serve on the International Law Review as a staff editor. During law school, Ryan was also part of the SMU Civil Legal Clinic where he served as both a student attorney and Chief Counsel. As Chief Counsel, Ryan had the unique opportunity to represent the interests of the SMU Civil Legal Clinic as amicus curiae in a landlord-tenant case before the Texas Supreme Court. Ryan spent part of his second year of law school doing an internship with a business immigration law firm.. Ryan received a finalist award for a comment he wrote entitled “A Passive Approach to Combat International Corruption on an International Level.”. Outside of work, Ryan spends his time with his wife and three young sons.

Robin Rubrecht Zegen advocates for her clients in family law.  She has an unyielding passion for helping clients through difficult times.  Compassion and experience make her someone clients can trust to keep them informed and help them get everything they deserve. Although Robin Rubrecht Zegen is very firm and tough on opponents she strongly believes that it is her duty to make the process as smooth as possible for clients, helping them position themselves for a new beginning.. Robin Rubrecht Zegen began family law practice in Oklahoma where she has been an attorney for 21 years. During that time she helped clients with everything from agreed divorces, relocations out of state with minor children, custody disputes, to lengthy trials and even appeals. She moved to Dallas in 2010.  Every case is different and Robin Rubrecht Zegen is committed to approaching each and every case with the compassion and understanding its unique circumstances demand.. Although many cases must be tried in the court room it is always Robin Rubrecht Zegen’s goal to seek resolution through negotiation, when possible, with an attempt to minimize the expense, both emotional and financial.  Robin Rubrecht Zegen approaches every case with the client’s end goals in mind.  Extensive experience helps her advise clients how best to meet those end goals.  Robin Rubrecht Zegen is a member of the Texas Bar Association, Family Law Section of the Texas Bar Association, Dallas Bar Association, Family Law Section of the Dallas Bar Association and Oklahoma Bar Association.  Robin Rubrecht is your Dallas family law attorney.

Randy Walters is a trial attorney who represents clients in matters involving transportation, contract and business disputes, personal injury, professional liability, products liability, premises liability, employer liability, construction and insurance coverage disputes. Randy has tried to Jury verdict over 150 civil litigation cases throughout Texas.  He specializes in a common sense approach to litigation keeping in mind the need for agressive representation while being cost effective and ever mindful of the expense of litigation.. Randy is married and the father of two boys. He is active in charitable organizations including Service to Mankind as well as being a Cub Scout Master, Assistant Boy Scout Master and he is an Eagle Scout himself.. He is admitted to practice in the following U.S. District Courts - Texas:. Member, Diversity Law Institute (LCA). Member, The Trial Law Institute (LCA)

Paula Sweeney, former name partner at Howie & Sweeney, currently works in the Dallas office of Slack Davis Sanger LLP and handles serious injury and death cases arising from medical and hospital negligence, defective medical devices and prescription drugs, products liability and negligent trucking. She is an AV ®-rated attorney (Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review Ratings) and has been Board Certified in Personal Injury Trial Law since 1986. She is a frequent teacher and invited lecturer, having been asked to speak to legal, medical, nursing and other professional groups across Texas and much of the United States.

Our tough motorcycle accident attorneys will get you the money you deserve for medical bills, lost wages, property damage, and more. We know the law. We know your rights. We will work hard to make sure you get every penny you deserve.

Originally from Texas, she has spent nearly her entire life in the state, with the exception of her time attending law school. Her roots trace back to Wichita Falls, but she has primarily lived in Irving. A passionate sports enthusiast, she is an avid supporter of the Dallas Cowboys, Texas Rangers, Oklahoma Sooners, Dallas Wings, and Dallas Mavericks. Throughout the years, she has been deeply involved in her church community, serving in various leadership and volunteer roles, including choir member, Youth Sunday School teacher, Board of Trustees member, Chairperson of the Education Committee, and positions on the Staff Parish Relations Committee and Church Council. She also served as President of the United Methodist Women and held office with the Dallas Denton District of United Methodist Women. Although she stepped back from active church service to focus on raising her children, she plans to return to volunteer work once her youngest child, who is nearing the end of her junior year, has left the nest.

OCDLA JUVENILE LAW ADVOCACY AWARD  2020 Recipient. "Matthew is a fierce advocate who goes above and beyond. He’s quick, kind, and particularly attentive to the needs of his child clients, making a real and lasting impact on their lives. He goes that extra mile, not just to advocate, but to show the kids he works with that someone truly cares about them when it seems to them that no one does." Neil Halttunen. Former Chief Deputy District Attorney for Polk County, OR.. Former Deputy City Attorney for Albany, OR

Nicholas Gibson is the founder and managing partner of My Estate Law Group, a specialized estate planning law firm. With over a decade of experience as a top-rated attorney, Nick is dedicated to providing exceptional service to his clients by working closely with individuals and their families to create comprehensive and customized estate plans.. Nick's passion for estate planning stems from his desire to help people secure their futures and provide for their loved ones. After gaining valuable experience at traditional big law firms, Nick was inspired to start his own firm, where he could build long-lasting relationships with each and every client. Through his personalized approach, Nick strives to ensure that every client receives the attention and guidance they deserve.. Born in El Paso, Texas, Nick moved to Albuquerque, NM where he attended the University of New Mexico for both his undergraduate and law degree. He is licensed to practice law in Texas, New Mexico, and Washington, and is a member of the Real Estate, Probate & Trust Law Section of the State Bar of Texas.. Whether you are a in need of an estate plan for your family and loved ones, Nick has the experience and qualifications to provide expert counsel from start to finish. Contact Nick today to discuss how he can help you secure your future and protect your legacy.

My passion for personal injury law began early and has remained strong throughout the years, leading to an exceptional record of success. After receiving my undergraduate degree from the University of Texas at Austin, I attended law school at the University of Oklahoma College of Law and worked with a large firms and the Dallas County District Attorneys Office before branching out and establishing my own private practice.. The transition to a smaller practice enabled me to provide clients with a level of personal service crucial in the attorney-client relationship. For almost two decades, I have dedicated my practice to helping those affected by life-threatening injuries or wrongful deaths seek justice by securing the best possible outcome for their cases.. I am board certified in personal injury trial law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization.  I have been recognized as a Super Lawyer in the practice of personal injury in 2011 and 2014.  I earned a Martindale Hubbell AV Preeminent rating, which is the highest possible assessment for an attorney for both ethical standards and legal ability.  It is a rating that represents the pinnacle of success.. I have been married for over 20 years and have 3 beautiful children.  I have been an active and engaged member of my church for over 20 years.  You can trust me with your case!

Mr. Thompson has dedicated his career to helping auto injury victims find peace of mind during the worst times of their lives. While he fights relentlessly for justice, he ensures his clients can focus on recovery.. Having defended global corporations in injury cases, Mr. Thompson uniquely understands how to get the most compensation possible for auto, truck, and motorcycle injury victims. He is also a highly sought-after speaker on personal injury topics, sharing his expertise with legal professionals nationwide.. Born and raised in Texas, Mr. Thompson earned his BA from the University of Texas, followed by a law degree from Baylor Law School, where he was admitted into the Order of Barristers for his courtroom expertise.

Mr. Bergen is a partner with the law firm of Griggs Bergen LLP, an intellectual property law firm with offices in Dallas, Texas. Mr. Bergen is a registered patent attorney with a law practice concentrated in the areas of patents, trademarks, copyrights and matters related to intellectual property. Mr. Bergen serves both large and small clients, meeting their intellectual property legal needs. He puts his experience and know-how to work for clients every day, keeping abreast of the latest developments in intellectual property law, and ensuring a high level of competent, dedicated and responsive service. Located in Dallas, Texas, Mr. Bergen represents clients across the U.S. and abroad. Mr. Bergen's legal experience includes, among other things, patent preparation and prosecution, trademark registration procurement, patentability ("novelty") opinions, infringement and right-to-use opinions, intellectual property disputes, trademark availability opinions, intellectual property audits, due diligence evaluations in intellectual property transfers, trademark cancellation and opposition proceedings, drafting contracts and license agreements, international patent and trademark filings, and client counseling and advising on these and other intellectual-property-related issues. Mr. Bergen's engineering background provides a solid basis for representing clients who deal with technology in a variety of technical arts. He also has significant experience dealing with Internet and cyberspace-related issues. Mr. Bergen is licensed by the State Bar of Texas and is registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. He is also admitted to practice before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit and the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Texas.