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Allan Bullwinkel, IP Attorney in Houston, Texas

focused on IP and Patent

Houston, TX

Trusted ip attorney serving Houston.

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Allan Bullwinkel is an attorney based in Houston, TEXAS. The practice focuses on IP and Patent.

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  • Handles IP and Patent matters from Houston, TEXAS.
  • Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property (2026).

About Allan Bullwinkel: Allan Bullwinkel is an attorney based in Houston, TEXAS. The practice focuses on IP and Patent.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Allan takes on

Allan concentrates on ip and patent. Each area below outlines the kind of case Allan handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

IP cases in Houston, Texas

Allan takes ip matters in Houston, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Allan agrees to represent you.

Patent cases in Houston, Texas

Allan takes patent matters in Houston, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Allan agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Allan Bullwinkel — ip lawyer in Houston

Allan Bullwinkel is an attorney based in Houston, TEXAS. The practice focuses on IP and Patent.

Allan Bullwinkel’s practice focuses on patent litigation related to computer and electrical engineering technologies in federal district courts and inter partes review at the U.S. Patent Trial and Appeal Board. He also handles cases involving patent-related antitrust litigation and IP-related appeals before the Federal Circuit.

With an engineering degree and many years of prior work experience as an engineer, Mr. Bullwinkel brings a robust understanding of technical issues and an ability to engage with the technical aspects of cases. He has the legal and technical expertise to navigate the intricacies of complicated technologies while advocating vigorously for them in front of courts or the patent office.

Prior to joining the firm, Mr. Bullwinkel served as a judicial law clerk to Judge Leonard Davis at the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Texas. Before becoming an attorney, he spent 10 years working as a software developer for both small startups and large research institutions. That work ranged from developing software in a variety of programming languages to leading development teams for commercial software products. This experience has helped Mr. Bullwinkel bring a robust understanding of technology and an ability to engage in the technical aspects of the cases he takes on.

While attending the University of Houston Law Center, Mr. Bullwinkel served as the Managing Editor of the Houston Law Review. He was also a member of the UHLC Moot Court Team as a writer and speaker. Mr. Bullwinkel continues to coach UHLC Moot Court teams that compete in the Giles Rich Moot Court competition.

Working with Allan on a ip matter

Allan Bullwinkel’s practice focuses on patent litigation related to computer and electrical engineering technologies in federal district courts and inter partes review at the U.S. Patent Trial and Appeal Board. He also handles cases involving patent-related antitrust litigation and IP-related appeals before the Federal Circuit. With an engineering degree and many years of prior work experience as…

Clients Allan works with

Allan reviews new inquiries case-by-case for ip and patent matters in Houston and the surrounding Texas area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • University of Houston Law Center

    J.D. · 2011

  • Mississippi State University

    B.S.

Jurisdictions

Allan's state bar admissions

  • Texas, State Bar of

    ACTIVE

Allan studied at J.D. in University of Houston Law Center and B.S. in Mississippi State University.

Law school and academic background

Allan completed J.D. in University of Houston Law Center and B.S. in Mississippi State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Allan runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

Allan has received 7 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Patent

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Awards:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Ranked among the Best Law Firms by

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — US News & World Report

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — and Best Lawyers, 2016-2021

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Texas Rising Stars by Thomson Reuters, 2018-2021

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Patent (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Ranked among the Best Law Firms by (2026). Best Lawyers in America — US News & World Report (2026). Best Lawyers in America — and Best Lawyers, 2016-2021 (2026).

Locations

Allan Bullwinkel's office in Houston

Allan's primary office is at 609 Main Street, Suite 3200, Houston, Texas, 77002. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

609 Main Street, Suite 3200

Houston, Texas 77002

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Hiring guide

How to hire Allan Bullwinkel — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new ip attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Allan usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Allan charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Allan's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Allan will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a ip attorney in Houston, Texas

A short list to run through before you commit: How many ip matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Allan

Allan discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in ip practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every ip matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Allan confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Allan's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many ip practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Allan Bullwinkel

  • How much does it cost to hire Allan for a ip case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Allan walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Allan offer a free consultation?

    Allan charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Allan's office. Some ip attorneys offer free consults — check Allan's current terms during booking.

  • How long do ip cases in Texas typically take?

    Simple ip matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Allan gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Allan take my case if I'm outside Houston?

    Allan is licensed in Texas. Matters governed by Texas law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Allan will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with Allan?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Allan will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Allan accepting new ip clients right now?

    Allan's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

IP attorneys serving Houston, Dallas and Austin in Texas

Allan handles ip matters throughout Texas. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified ip attorneys in that community.

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