David Tobin, IP Attorney in Dallas, Texas
focused on IP and Patent
Dallas, TX
Trusted ip attorney serving Dallas.
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David Tobin is an attorney based in Dallas, TEXAS. The practice focuses on IP and Patent.
- Based in
- Dallas, TEXAS
- Experience
- attorney
- Known for
- IP · Patent
- Handles IP and Patent matters from Dallas, TEXAS.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property (2026).
About David Tobin: David Tobin is an attorney based in Dallas, TEXAS. The practice focuses on IP and Patent.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by David Tobin
David concentrates on ip and patent. Each area below outlines the kind of case David handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
IP cases in Dallas, Texas
David 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 David agrees to represent you.
Patent cases in Dallas, Texas
David 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 David agrees to represent you.
Biography
About David Tobin — Attorney of Texas ip experience
David Tobin is an attorney based in Dallas, TEXAS. The practice focuses on IP and Patent.
David Tobin focuses his practice on intellectual property (IP) matters, with a particular emphasis on patent post-grant trials and patent litigation. He has extensive experience litigating complex patent infringement and other IP cases across the country, including in district courts, the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) and the International Trade Commission (ITC). David represents clients in a wide variety of fields spanning telecommunications hardware and standards, computer hardware and software, e-commerce, data compression, semiconductor manufacturing and design, fossil energy production, renewable energy generation, medical devices, chemical processes and pharmaceutical formulations. He also litigates and provides counseling on trade secret, copyright, trademark and trade dress issues.
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Working with David on a ip matter
David Tobin focuses his practice on intellectual property (IP) matters, with a particular emphasis on patent post-grant trials and patent litigation. He has extensive experience litigating complex patent infringement and other IP cases across the country, including in district courts, the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) and the International Trade Commission (ITC). David represents clients…
Clients David works with
David reviews new inquiries case-by-case for ip and patent matters in Dallas and the surrounding Texas area.
Credentials
David Tobin's legal education and bar admissions
The University of Texas
— · 2007
David studied at — in The University of Texas.
Law school and academic background
David completed — in The University of Texas. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice David runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of David Tobin
David has received 2 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Patent
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Patent (2026).
Locations
David Tobin's office in Dallas
David's primary office is at 2801 North Harwood Street, Suite 2600, Dallas, Texas, 75201. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Client reviews of David Tobin
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Schedule your consultationHiring guide
How to hire David Tobin — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new ip attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with David usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
David charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain David'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; David 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 David
David 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. David confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
David'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 David Tobin
How much does it cost to hire David for a ip case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. David walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does David offer a free consultation?
David charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain David's office. Some ip attorneys offer free consults — check David'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. David gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can David take my case if I'm outside Dallas?
David 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 — David 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 David?
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. David will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is David accepting new ip clients right now?
David'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 Dallas, Houston and Austin in Texas
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