Craig Joyce, IP Attorney in Houston, Texas
Over 50 years of legal practice
Asst. Prof.
Houston, TX
Practicing ip in Houston since 1976.
- 50+
- Years practicing
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Craig Joyce is an asst. prof. based in Houston, TX. The practice focuses on IP. Craig has over 50 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Houston, TX
- Experience
- over 50 years
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- IP
- Handles IP matters from Houston, TX.
- Over 50 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Craig Joyce: Craig Joyce is an asst. prof. based in Houston, TX. The practice focuses on IP. Craig has over 50 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Craig's practice areas in Houston
Craig concentrates on ip. Each area below outlines the kind of case Craig handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
IP cases in Houston, Texas
Craig 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 Craig agrees to represent you.
Biography
Craig Joyce, ip attorney serving Houston
Craig Joyce is an asst. prof. based in Houston, TX. The practice focuses on IP. Craig has over 50 years of legal experience. Craig works from Houston, Texas and takes on ip matters across the region.
Craig Joyce is a lawyer practicing intellectual property. Craig received a B.A. degree from Dartmouth College, and has been licensed for 50 years. Craig practices in Houston, TX.
Working with Craig on a ip matter
Craig Joyce is a lawyer practicing intellectual property. Craig received a B.A. degree from Dartmouth College, and has been licensed for 50 years. Craig practices in Houston, TX.
Clients Craig works with
Craig reviews new inquiries case-by-case for ip matters in Houston and the surrounding Texas area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Craig studied and practices
Stanford University J.D.
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Dartmouth College B.A.
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Jurisdictions
Craig's state bar admissions
Tennessee
1981 · ACTIVE
Arizona
1976 · ACTIVE
Craig studied at — in Stanford University J.D. and — in Dartmouth College B.A..
Law school and academic background
Craig completed — in Stanford University J.D. and — in Dartmouth College B.A.. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Craig runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Craig Joyce's office in Houston
Craig's primary office is at 100 Law Ctr, Houston, TX, 77204-6060. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Schedule your consultationHiring guide
How to hire Craig Joyce — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new ip attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Craig usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Craig charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Craig'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; Craig 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 Craig
Craig 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. Craig confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Craig'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 Craig Joyce
How much does it cost to hire Craig for a ip case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Craig walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Craig offer a free consultation?
Craig charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Craig's office. Some ip attorneys offer free consults — check Craig'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. Craig gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Craig take my case if I'm outside Houston?
Craig 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 — Craig 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 Craig?
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. Craig will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Craig accepting new ip clients right now?
Craig'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
Craig 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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