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Intellectual Property Lawyers in Austin, TX: 2026 rankings

22 intellectual property lawyers ranked by LFR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →

The short answer

  1. 1

    Highest LFR Score in Austin: Pearson Strategy Group, LLC, LFR Score 65/100; 5.0★ from 54 Google reviews.

  2. 2

    Open 24 hours (per Google): Buche & Associates, PC, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 22.

  3. 12

    Most-reviewed: Silverleaf Legal Group, PLLC, 466 Google reviews at 4.8★, the most of 22 ranked; ranked #12.

Rankings can't be bought. Lawyers can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank

22 Austin intellectual property lawyers are ranked here by LFR Score, from nine published factors. 6 are open 24/7, 5 open Saturdays and 4 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 5.0★ across 22 rated law firms.

Top 10 intellectual property lawyers in Austin at a glance

Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.

Top 10 intellectual property lawyers in Austin at a glance
RankBusinessLFR ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursNotable for
1Pearson Strategy Group, LLC655.0★ (54)Austin—Top score
2Buche & Associates, PC655.0★ (21)AustinOpen 24 hrs (Google)Open 24 hours
3Outlier Patent Attorneys, PLLC635.0★ (25)AustinOpen 24 hrs (Google)—
4John Rizvi, P.A. - The Idea Attorneys635.0★ (3)AustinOpen 24 hrs (Google)—
5Thompson Patent Law624.8★ (69)Cedar Park, 19 mi away——
6Pierson Intellectual Property625.0★ (12)AustinEvenings—
7The Law Office of Mason A. Gross, PLLC605.0★ (6)Austin——
8Law Office of Sean Christian Connolly603.9★ (7)Austin——
9Bold Patents Law Firm605.0★ (4)Austin——
10Baker Law Group, PLLC594.6★ (45)AustinOpen 24 hrs (Google)—

All 22 intellectual property lawyers in Austin, in rank order

Ordered by LFR Score, a 0–100 score from nine published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.

Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.

  1. Ranked #1 in Austin

    #1 Pearson Strategy Group, LLC

    Based in Austin

    65/100LFR Score

    Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 54 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Patent attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 54 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–6 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    11412 Silmarillion Trail, Austin, TX 78739
    View profile for Pearson Strategy Group, LLC(512) 466-1450

  2. #2 Buche & Associates, PC

    Based in Austin

    65/100LFR Score

    Ranked #2 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 21 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Patent attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 21 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    901 S MoPac Expy Bldg 1, Suite 300, Austin, TX 78746
    View profile for Buche & Associates, PC(512) 215-4997

  5. #5 Thompson Patent Law

    Based in Cedar Park, 19 mi away

    62/100LFR Score

    Ranked #5 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 69 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Patent attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.8★ from 69 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1320 Arrow Point Dr Ste 501 #142, Cedar Park, TX 78613
    View profile for Thompson Patent Law(512) 969-2384

  9. #9 Bold Patents Law Firm

    Based in Austin

    60/100LFR Score

    Ranked #9 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Patent attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    100 Congress Ave Ste. 2000, Austin, TX 78701
    View profile for Bold Patents Law Firm(800) 849-1913

  10. #10 Baker Law Group, PLLC

    Based in Austin

    59/100LFR Score

    Ranked #10 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.6★ from 45 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.6★ from 45 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    1106 Clayton Ln Ste 565, Austin, TX 78723
    View profile for Baker Law Group, PLLC(512) 883-4225

  12. Based in Leander, 20 mi away

    57/100LFR Score

    Ranked #12 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 466 Google reviews, the most in Austin.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.8★ from 466 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–5 PM · Wed closed · Thu–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2901 Caballo Ranch Blvd Bldg. 1, Leander, TX 78641
    View profile for Silverleaf Legal Group, PLLC(512) 337-7271

  13. #13 Amsel IP Law PLLC

    Based in Austin

    56/100LFR Score

    Ranked #13 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3571 Far W Blvd Ste 3121, Austin, TX 78731
    View profile for Amsel IP Law PLLC(512) 200-9222

  14. #14 Sprinkle IP Law Group

    Based in Austin

    56/100LFR Score

    Ranked #14 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.

    Based on 6 of 9 factors; bar status, recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Address
    1301 W 25th St #408, Austin, TX 78705
    View profile for Sprinkle IP Law Group(512) 637-9220

  17. #17 Hulsey P.C.

    Based in Austin

    55/100LFR Score

    Ranked #17 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 33 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 33 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3300 N Interstate Hwy 35 #700, Austin, TX 78705
    View profile for Hulsey P.C.(512) 478-9190

  18. #18 JustLegal

    Based in Austin

    52/100LFR Score

    Ranked #18 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney referral service”.

    Based on 6 of 9 factors; bar status, recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Address
    701 Brazos St 16th floor, Austin, TX 78701
    View profile for JustLegal(512) 957-1529

  20. #20 Anderson Roberts, PLLC

    Based in Austin

    51/100LFR Score

    Ranked #20 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    8000 Centre Park Dr #220, Austin, TX 78754
    View profile for Anderson Roberts, PLLC(512) 686-3446

  21. Based in Austin

    50/100LFR Score

    Ranked #21 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8:30 AM–5:30 PM · Fri 8:30 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    111 Congress Ave. Ste 500, Austin, TX 78704
    View profile for Wilson Legal Group(512) 691-4100

  22. #22 Skelton & Woody PLLC

    Based in Austin

    50/100LFR Score

    Ranked #22 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Insurance attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    248 Addie Roy Rd #B302, Austin, TX 78746
    View profile for Skelton & Woody PLLC(512) 651-7000

Also serving Austin

20 more intellectual property lawyers within 50 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a practice area we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.

Unranked intellectual property lawyers serving Austin
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Archuleta Law Firm4.2★ (122)In Austin
Bemis, Roach & Reed4.6★ (183)In Austin
Brashears Law Group4.9★ (148)In Austin
Buildwell Law4.9★ (143)In Austin
Daspit Law Firm4.9★ (122)In Austin
Gammon Shmerler Law Office4.8★ (528)In Austin
Hailey-Petty Law Firm, PLLC4.9★ (251)In Austin
Jason S. English Law, PLLC5.0★ (111)In Austin
Law Office of Bryce Carpenter4.9★ (282)In Austin
Law Office of Keith Hajovsky5.0★ (282)In Austin
Law Offices of T. Alan Ceshker, PC - Ceshker Group4.9★ (118)In Austin
Massingill Attorneys & Counselors at Law5.0★ (235)In Austin
Mike Massey Law PLLC5.0★ (292)In Austin
Oath - Austin Estate Planning & Investment Attorneys5.0★ (178)In Austin
Springdale Law Group 春天谷律师事务所4.9★ (111)In Austin
Sprout Law5.0★ (260)In Austin
The Akhtar Law Firm4.9★ (135)In Austin
The Kelly Legal Group, PLLC4.3★ (145)In Austin
Tully Rinckey PLLC4.8★ (108)In Austin
Willi Law Firm4.9★ (134)In Austin

How we ranked Austin intellectual property lawyers

We scored 22 Austin intellectual property lawyers on nine factors, weighted as shown. A law firm is ranked when its practice area is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed November 9, 2026.

Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Attorney advertising businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.

Read the full method: formula, sources and exclusions

LFR Score factors and weights
FactorWeightComputed fromIn Austin data
Reputation25%Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back itMeasured
Bar status10%An active bar or law society record matched to a lawyer at the firm (not measured until a record source is loaded)Not yet collected
Review volume10%Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed firm on the listMeasured
Recency10%Share of reviews from the last 12 monthsNot yet collected
Availability5%Weekly office hours, Saturday, Sunday, and phones answered 24/7Measured
Practice focus15%How clearly the firm practises this area (its Google category and name)Measured
Proximity5%An office in the city scores highest, less the farther away it isMeasured
Claimed profile10%The firm has claimed its Law Firms Ranked profile (free and paid earn the same)Measured
Law Firms Ranked reviews10%Verified client reviews collected by Law Firms Ranked: their rating and how many there areMeasured

How to choose an intellectual property lawyer

  1. Check the lawyer’s status and any public discipline in the state bar or law society directory.
  2. Ask how many intellectual property law matters the lawyer handles each year, and who at the firm will do the work.
  3. Get the fee arrangement in writing: hourly, flat or contingency, and which costs are charged on top.
  4. Ask how and how often the firm will update you, and how fast it answers calls and emails.
  5. Read recent reviews for how the firm communicated and billed, not only for outcomes.
  6. For patents, check the lawyer is registered to practice before the patent office and has worked in your technical field.
  7. Meet more than one firm; many offer a short first consultation, sometimes free.

Questions to ask an intellectual property lawyer

  • How would you approach a matter like mine, and what are the realistic options?
  • How do you charge, and what will the total likely cost?
  • Who will be my main contact, and how quickly do you reply?
  • Are you registered with the patent office?
  • Which official fees are not included in your fee?
  • Is there any conflict of interest that would stop you representing me?

Terms explained

Contingency fee
A fee that is a share of the money recovered, paid only if there is a recovery. Common in injury cases; not allowed for criminal defense or for securing a divorce.
Retainer
Money paid up front and held in a trust account, which the lawyer draws on as fees are earned.
Flat fee
One set price for a defined piece of work, such as a will or an uncontested matter.
Limited-scope representation
Paying a lawyer for part of a matter only, such as reviewing documents or coaching for one hearing (also called unbundled services).
Statute of limitations
The deadline to file a lawsuit or charge. It differs by state or province and by type of claim.
Good standing
A lawyer’s status as active and eligible to practise with a state bar or law society.
Law society
The body that licenses and disciplines lawyers in a Canadian province or territory.
Board certification
Recognition in a field of law by a state program or an organisation accredited for that purpose. Lawyers may only claim it when they hold it, naming the certifying body.
Attorney–client privilege
The rule that keeps confidential communications between a client and lawyer, made for legal advice, out of court.
Conflict check
The search a firm runs before taking a matter to make sure it does not represent someone on the other side.
Pro bono
Legal work done for free, usually for people who cannot afford a lawyer.
Legal aid
Publicly funded legal help for people with low incomes, through legal aid offices, public defenders or provincial legal aid plans.

Intellectual property lawyers in Austin: frequently asked questions

Which intellectual property lawyer has the highest LFR Score in Austin?

By LFR Score, the highest-ranked intellectual property lawyer in Austin, TX is Pearson Strategy Group, LLC with an LFR Score of 65/100. It has 5.0★ from 54 Google reviews. Buche & Associates, PC (#2) and Outlier Patent Attorneys, PLLC (#3) follow. We ranked 22 intellectual property lawyers on nine factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many intellectual property lawyers are there in Austin?

LawFirmsRanked ranks 22 intellectual property lawyers serving Austin, TX. 19 of them are based in Austin; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 20 within 50 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.

Which intellectual property lawyers in Austin are open 24/7?

6 ranked intellectual property lawyers in Austin post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Buche & Associates, PC (#2), Outlier Patent Attorneys, PLLC (#3) and John Rizvi, P.A. - The Idea Attorneys (#4). Hours come from each law firm's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.

Which intellectual property lawyers in Austin work on weekends?

5 of 22 ranked intellectual property lawyers post Saturday hours and 4 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Outlier Patent Attorneys, PLLC (#3), John Rizvi, P.A. - The Idea Attorneys (#4) and Baker Law Group, PLLC (#10). Posted hours are office hours; many firms meet clients by appointment outside them.

What Google rating do Austin intellectual property lawyers have?

The median Google rating among 22 rated intellectual property lawyers in Austin is 5.0★, with a median of 10 reviews. Silverleaf Legal Group, PLLC has the most, 466 reviews, and ranks #12. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.

How does LawFirmsRanked rank intellectual property lawyers?

Each intellectual property lawyer gets a 0–100 LFR Score from nine published factors, led by reputation (25%), practice focus (15%), review volume (10%) and recency (10%). A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only law firms with a confirmed practice area and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.

Do intellectual property lawyers outside Austin count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 50 mi of the Austin city center, our service radius for intellectual property lawyers. Each listing shows where the law firm is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 5% of the LFR Score, so a nearby law firm gets a small edge.

Can intellectual property lawyers pay to rank higher on LawFirmsRanked?

No. The LFR Score never reads payment status, and this ranking has 0 paid placements. Up to 3 Featured law firms may appear above the list, labelled Attorney advertising and showing their honest rank.

How do intellectual property lawyers in Austin, TX charge?

Intellectual property lawyers often charge a flat fee for trademark and patent filings (official fees are separate) and hourly rates for infringement disputes. Lawyers using Clio billed an average of $461 an hour in this area (Clio Legal Trends data, October 2026; all areas $362). Ask for the fee arrangement in writing before you agree.

Who can file a patent application for me?

Before the US Patent and Trademark Office, only registered patent attorneys and patent agents may prosecute patent applications for others. Trademark filings can be handled by any licensed attorney. This is general information, not legal advice.

How is this list of intellectual property lawyers in Austin, TX ranked?

By LFR Score only, from public data on reviews, practice focus, office location and hours. Firms labelled “Attorney advertising” paid for that placement; payment never changes a rank, and a rank is not an endorsement.

Does a lawyer need an office in Austin?

No, but the lawyer must be licensed in your state (or, for federal matters such as immigration, in some state). A local office makes meetings and court appearances easier, so proximity is one of our factors.

Update log for Austin

  1. November 2026: LFR Scores recalculated for 22 intellectual property lawyers serving Austin.

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