Mark Edward Courtney, IP Attorney in Dallas, Texas
Over 33 years of legal practice · focused on IP, IP Licensing, and Patent
AssociateatSlater & Matsil, L.L.P.
Dallas, TX
Practicing ip in Dallas since 1993.
- 33+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
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Mark Edward Courtney is an associate based in Dallas, TX. The practice focuses on IP, IP Licensing, and Patent. Mark has over 33 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Slater & Matsil, L.L.P..
- Based in
- Dallas, TX
- Experience
- over 33 years
- Known for
- IP · IP Licensing · Patent
- Handles IP, IP Licensing, and Patent matters from Dallas, TX.
- Over 33 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Mark Edward Courtney: Mark Edward Courtney is an associate based in Dallas, TX. The practice focuses on IP, IP Licensing, and Patent. Mark has over 33 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Slater & Matsil, L.L.P..
Areas of practice
Legal matters Mark takes on
Mark concentrates on ip, ip licensing, and patent. Each area below outlines the kind of case Mark handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
IP
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IP Licensing
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Patent
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IP cases in Dallas, Texas
Mark takes ip matters in Dallas, 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 Mark agrees to represent you.
IP Licensing cases in Dallas, Texas
Mark takes ip licensing matters in Dallas, 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 Mark agrees to represent you.
Patent cases in Dallas, Texas
Mark takes patent matters in Dallas, 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 Mark agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Mark Edward Courtney — ip lawyer in Dallas
Mark Edward Courtney is an associate based in Dallas, TX. The practice focuses on IP, IP Licensing, and Patent. Mark has over 33 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Slater & Matsil, L.L.P..
Mr. Mark Edward Courtney is a lawyer practicing patent prosecution, patent portfolio management, intellectual property licensing and 1 other area of law. Mark received a degree from Southern Methodist University in 1986, and has been licensed for 33 years. Mark practices at Slater & Matsil, L.L.P. in Dallas, TX.
How Mark handles ip matters
Mr. Mark Edward Courtney is a lawyer practicing patent prosecution, patent portfolio management, intellectual property licensing and 1 other area of law. Mark received a degree from Southern Methodist University in 1986, and has been licensed for 33 years. Mark practices at Slater & Matsil, L.L.P. in Dallas, TX.
The kind of cases Mark takes
Mark reviews new inquiries case-by-case for ip, ip licensing, and patent matters in Dallas and the surrounding Texas area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Southern Methodist University
J.D. M.S.E.E. · 1993
Southern Methodist University
M.S.E.E. Southern · 1986
Jurisdictions
Mark's state bar admissions
Texas registered to
1993 · ACTIVE
Mark studied at J.D. M.S.E.E. in Southern Methodist University and M.S.E.E. Southern in Southern Methodist University.
Law school and academic background
Mark completed J.D. M.S.E.E. in Southern Methodist University and M.S.E.E. Southern in Southern Methodist University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Mark runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Mark's professional memberships and bar associations
State Bar of Texas American Bar Association American Intellectual Property Law Association
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Locations
Mark Edward Courtney's office in Dallas
Mark's primary office is at 17950 Preston Road, Suite 1000, Dallas, TX, 75252. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Mark Edward Courtney — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new ip attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Mark usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Mark charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Mark'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; Mark will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a ip attorney in Dallas, 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 Mark
Mark 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. Mark confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Mark'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 Mark Edward Courtney
How much does it cost to hire Mark for a ip case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Mark walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Mark offer a free consultation?
Mark charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Mark's office. Some ip attorneys offer free consults — check Mark'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. Mark gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Mark take my case if I'm outside Dallas?
Mark 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 — Mark 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 Mark?
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. Mark will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Mark accepting new ip clients right now?
Mark's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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