Charles Songlin Ho, IP Attorney in Plano, Texas
Over 25 years of legal practice · focused on IP and Patent
Plano, TX
Practicing ip in Plano since 2001.
- 25+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
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Charles Songlin Ho is an attorney based in Plano, TX. The practice focuses on IP and Patent. Charles has over 25 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Plano, TX
- Experience
- over 25 years
- Known for
- IP · Patent
- Handles IP and Patent matters from Plano, TX.
- Over 25 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Charles Songlin Ho: Charles Songlin Ho is an attorney based in Plano, TX. The practice focuses on IP and Patent. Charles has over 25 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Charles's practice areas in Plano
Charles concentrates on ip and patent. Each area below outlines the kind of case Charles handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
IP cases in Plano, Texas
Charles takes ip matters in Plano, 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 Charles agrees to represent you.
Patent cases in Plano, Texas
Charles takes patent matters in Plano, 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 Charles agrees to represent you.
Biography
Charles Songlin Ho, ip attorney serving Plano
Charles Songlin Ho is an attorney based in Plano, TX. The practice focuses on IP and Patent. Charles has over 25 years of legal experience. Charles works from Plano, Texas and takes on ip matters across the region.
Charles Songlin Ho is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, patent prosecution. Charles received a B.S.M.E. degree from Dalian Railway Institute in 1988, and has been licensed for 25 years. Charles practices in Plano, TX.
Charles's approach to ip cases
Charles Songlin Ho is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, patent prosecution. Charles received a B.S.M.E. degree from Dalian Railway Institute in 1988, and has been licensed for 25 years. Charles practices in Plano, TX.
The kind of cases Charles takes
Charles reviews new inquiries case-by-case for ip and patent matters in Plano and the surrounding Texas area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Charles studied and practices
Ohio State University
J.D. · 2001
Dalian Railway Institute
B.S.M.E. Oklahoma · 1988
Jurisdictions
Charles's state bar admissions
Minnesota registered
2001 · ACTIVE
Charles studied at J.D. in Ohio State University and B.S.M.E. Oklahoma in Dalian Railway Institute.
Law school and academic background
Charles completed J.D. in Ohio State University and B.S.M.E. Oklahoma in Dalian Railway Institute. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Charles runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Charles Songlin Ho's office in Plano
Charles's primary office is at 5465 Legacy Dr Ste 650, Plano, TX, 75024-4171. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Schedule your consultationHiring guide
How to hire Charles Songlin Ho — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new ip attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Charles usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Charles charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Charles'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; Charles will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a ip attorney in Plano, 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 Charles
Charles 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. Charles confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Charles'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 Charles Songlin Ho
How much does it cost to hire Charles for a ip case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Charles walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Charles offer a free consultation?
Charles charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Charles's office. Some ip attorneys offer free consults — check Charles'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. Charles gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Charles take my case if I'm outside Plano?
Charles 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 — Charles 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 Charles?
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. Charles will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Charles accepting new ip clients right now?
Charles'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 Plano, Houston and Dallas in Texas
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