Cole Schotz Welcomes Veteran IP Lawyer as New Member in Dallas

Cole Schotz P.C. is pleased to announce the addition of veteran intellectual property lawyer Vishal Patel as a member in the firm’s Dallas office. Mr. Patel joins from Thompson & Knight LLP.

“Vishal adds significant experience to our Dallas office and our growing national Intellectual Property Department,” said Gary Sorden, member in the firm’s Dallas office. “He has worked across a wide range of industries and his experience as an accomplished lawyer will enhance the services we offer to our clients locally and nationally.”

Mr. Patel advises clients on intellectual property disputes and technology transactions in industries including semiconductor design and manufacturing, biotechnology and medical devices, telecommunications, cloud software, investment and banking, aviation, retail and hospitality. He regularly represents clients in patent disputes and trade secret litigation in state and federal courts and before the International Trade Commission.

“Cole Schotz’ IP group has earned a reputation for aggressively advocating for clients while providing business-focused counsel that is rooted in industry experience and technical wherewithal,” said Mr. Patel. “It is a privilege to be part of the continued growth of the IP group here in Dallas and I look forward to serving the firm’s clients nationwide.”

Prior to entering the field of law, Mr. Patel was an engineer who focused on orthopedic technologies and prosthesis. As a lawyer, he draws on this experience to counsel clients with their most complex IP and technology challenges.

Mr. Patel is a graduate from the University of Houston Law Center and received a bachelor’s degree in biomedical engineering from St. Louis University.

As the law continues to evolve on these matters, please note that this article is current as of date and time of publication and may not reflect subsequent developments. The content and interpretation of the issues addressed herein is subject to change. Cole Schotz P.C. disclaims any and all liability with respect to actions taken or not taken based on any or all of the contents of this publication to the fullest extent permitted by law. This is for general informational purposes and does not constitute legal advice or create an attorney-client relationship. Do not act or refrain from acting upon the information contained in this publication without obtaining legal, financial and tax advice. For further information, please do not hesitate to reach out to your firm contact or to any of the attorneys listed in this publication.

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