Kathy Hsinjung Li, IP Attorney in Austin, Texas
Over 17 years of legal practice · focused on IP and Patent
AssociateatMcKool Smith
Austin, TX
Practicing ip in Austin since 2009.
- 17+
- Years practicing
- 4
- Bar admissions
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Kathy Hsinjung Li is an associate based in Austin, TX. The practice focuses on IP and Patent. Kathy has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at McKool Smith.
- Based in
- Austin, TX
- Experience
- over 17 years
- Known for
- IP · Patent
- Handles IP and Patent matters from Austin, TX.
- Over 17 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Kathy Hsinjung Li: Kathy Hsinjung Li is an associate based in Austin, TX. The practice focuses on IP and Patent. Kathy has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at McKool Smith.
Areas of practice
Kathy's practice areas in Austin
Kathy concentrates on ip and patent. Each area below outlines the kind of case Kathy handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
IP cases in Austin, Texas
Kathy takes ip matters in Austin, 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 Kathy agrees to represent you.
Patent cases in Austin, Texas
Kathy takes patent matters in Austin, 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 Kathy agrees to represent you.
Biography
Kathy Hsinjung Li, ip attorney serving Austin
Kathy Hsinjung Li is an associate based in Austin, TX. The practice focuses on IP and Patent. Kathy has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at McKool Smith. Kathy works from Austin, Texas and takes on ip matters across the region.
Ms. Kathy Hsinjung Li is a lawyer practicing patent litigation, intellectual property. Kathy received a S.B. degree from Massachusetts Institute of Technology in 2005, and has been licensed for 17 years. Kathy practices at McKool Smith in Austin, TX.
Working with Kathy on a ip matter
Ms. Kathy Hsinjung Li is a lawyer practicing patent litigation, intellectual property. Kathy received a S.B. degree from Massachusetts Institute of Technology in 2005, and has been licensed for 17 years. Kathy practices at McKool Smith in Austin, TX.
Clients Kathy works with
Kathy reviews new inquiries case-by-case for ip and patent matters in Austin and the surrounding Texas area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Kathy studied and practices
The University of Texas School of Law
J.D. · 2009
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
S.B. Materials · 2005
Jurisdictions
Kathy's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court,
2012 · ACTIVE
U.S. Court of Appeal
2011 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
2010 · ACTIVE
Texas
2009 · ACTIVE
Kathy studied at J.D. in The University of Texas School of Law and S.B. Materials in Massachusetts Institute of Technology.
Law school and academic background
Kathy completed J.D. in The University of Texas School of Law and S.B. Materials in Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Kathy runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Kathy's professional memberships and bar associations
State Bar of Texas Federal Circuit Bar Association Eastern District of Texas Bar Association Austin Intellectual Property American Inn of Court Austin Intellectual Property Law Association
membership
Locations
Kathy Hsinjung Li's office in Austin
Kathy's primary office is at 300 W. 6th Street, Suite 1700, Austin, TX, 78701. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Kathy Hsinjung Li — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new ip attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Kathy usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Kathy charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kathy'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; Kathy will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a ip attorney in Austin, 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 Kathy
Kathy 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. Kathy confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Kathy'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 Kathy Hsinjung Li
How much does it cost to hire Kathy for a ip case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Kathy walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Kathy offer a free consultation?
Kathy charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kathy's office. Some ip attorneys offer free consults — check Kathy'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. Kathy gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Kathy take my case if I'm outside Austin?
Kathy 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 — Kathy 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 Kathy?
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. Kathy will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Kathy accepting new ip clients right now?
Kathy'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 Austin, Houston and Dallas in Texas
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