Brian Ervin Simmons

Brian Ervin Simmons, IP Attorney in Houston, Texas

Over 28 years of legal practice · focused on IP and IP Licensing

Of CounselatAhmad, Zavitsanos & Mensing or AZA

Houston, TX

Practicing ip in Houston since 1998.

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Brian Ervin Simmons is an of counsel based in Houston, TX. The practice focuses on IP and IP Licensing. Brian has over 28 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Ahmad, Zavitsanos & Mensing or AZA.

Based in
Houston, TX
Experience
over 28 years
Known for
IP · IP Licensing
  • Handles IP and IP Licensing matters from Houston, TX.
  • Over 28 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Brian Ervin Simmons: Brian Ervin Simmons is an of counsel based in Houston, TX. The practice focuses on IP and IP Licensing. Brian has over 28 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Ahmad, Zavitsanos & Mensing or AZA.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Brian takes on

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

IP cases in Houston, Texas

Brian 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 Brian agrees to represent you.

IP Licensing cases in Houston, Texas

Brian takes ip licensing 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 Brian agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Brian Ervin Simmons — ip lawyer in Houston

Brian Ervin Simmons is an of counsel based in Houston, TX. The practice focuses on IP and IP Licensing. Brian has over 28 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Ahmad, Zavitsanos & Mensing or AZA.

Mr. Brian Ervin Simmons is a lawyer practicing intellectual property litigation, intellectual property licensing. Brian received a B.A. degree from Texas Tech University in 1990, and has been licensed for 28 years. Brian practices at Ahmad, Zavitsanos & Mensing or AZA in Houston, TX.

How Brian handles ip matters

Mr. Brian Ervin Simmons is a lawyer practicing intellectual property litigation, intellectual property licensing. Brian received a B.A. degree from Texas Tech University in 1990, and has been licensed for 28 years. Brian practices at Ahmad, Zavitsanos & Mensing or AZA in Houston, TX.

Who Brian represents

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

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • University of Houston

    J.D. · 1997

  • Texas Tech University

    B.A. Chemistry · 1990

Jurisdictions

Brian's state bar admissions

  • Texas

    1998 · ACTIVE

Brian studied at J.D. in University of Houston and B.A. Chemistry in Texas Tech University.

Law school and academic background

Brian completed J.D. in University of Houston and B.A. Chemistry in Texas Tech University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Brian runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Affiliations

Brian's professional memberships and bar associations

  • American Bar Association American Intellectual Property Law Association State Bar of Texas (Member, Intellectual Property Law Section) Houston Bar Association Houston Intellectual Property Law Association

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Locations

Brian Ervin Simmons's office in Houston

Brian's primary office is at One Houston Center, Suite 2500, 1221 McKinney Street, Houston, TX, 77010-2026. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Ahmad, Zavitsanos & Mensing or AZA

One Houston Center, Suite 2500, 1221 McKinney Street

Houston, TX 77010-2026

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Hiring guide

How to hire Brian Ervin Simmons — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

Brian charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Brian'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; Brian 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 Brian

Brian 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. Brian confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Brian'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 Brian Ervin Simmons

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

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

  • Does Brian offer a free consultation?

    Brian charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Brian's office. Some ip attorneys offer free consults — check Brian'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. Brian gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

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

    Brian 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 — Brian 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 Brian?

    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. Brian will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Brian accepting new ip clients right now?

    Brian'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

Brian 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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