
Eric Sorensen Hansen, IP Attorney in Dallas, Texas
Over 18 years of legal practice · focused on IP and Patent
AssociateatMcKool Smith
Dallas, TX
Practicing ip in Dallas since 2008.
- 18+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
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Eric Sorensen Hansen is an associate based in Dallas, TX. The practice focuses on IP and Patent. Eric has over 18 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at McKool Smith.
- Based in
- Dallas, TX
- Experience
- over 18 years
- Known for
- IP · Patent
- Handles IP and Patent matters from Dallas, TX.
- Over 18 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Eric Sorensen Hansen: Eric Sorensen Hansen is an associate based in Dallas, TX. The practice focuses on IP and Patent. Eric has over 18 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at McKool Smith.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Eric Sorensen Hansen
Eric concentrates on ip and patent. Each area below outlines the kind of case Eric handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
IP cases in Dallas, Texas
Eric 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 Eric agrees to represent you.
Patent cases in Dallas, Texas
Eric 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 Eric agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Eric Sorensen Hansen — Over 18 years of Texas ip experience
Eric Sorensen Hansen is an associate based in Dallas, TX. The practice focuses on IP and Patent. Eric has over 18 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at McKool Smith.
Mr. Eric Sorensen Hansen is a lawyer practicing patent litigation, intellectual property. Eric received a degree from Massachusetts Institute of Technology in 2003, and has been licensed for 18 years. Eric practices at McKool Smith in Dallas, TX.
Eric's approach to ip cases
Mr. Eric Sorensen Hansen is a lawyer practicing patent litigation, intellectual property. Eric received a degree from Massachusetts Institute of Technology in 2003, and has been licensed for 18 years. Eric practices at McKool Smith in Dallas, TX.
Clients Eric works with
Eric reviews new inquiries case-by-case for ip and patent matters in Dallas and the surrounding Texas area.
Credentials
Eric Sorensen Hansen's legal education and bar admissions
Northwestern University
J.D. · 2007
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
B.S. · 2003
Jurisdictions
Eric's state bar admissions
Texas
2008 · ACTIVE
Eric studied at J.D. in Northwestern University and B.S. in Massachusetts Institute of Technology.
Law school and academic background
Eric completed J.D. in Northwestern University and B.S. in Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Eric runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Eric Sorensen Hansen's office in Dallas
Eric's primary office is at 300 Crescent Court, Suite 1500, Dallas, TX, 75201. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Schedule your consultationHiring guide
How to hire Eric Sorensen Hansen — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new ip attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Eric usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Eric charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Eric'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; Eric 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 Eric
Eric 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. Eric confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Eric'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 Eric Sorensen Hansen
How much does it cost to hire Eric for a ip case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Eric walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Eric offer a free consultation?
Eric charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Eric's office. Some ip attorneys offer free consults — check Eric'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. Eric gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Eric take my case if I'm outside Dallas?
Eric 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 — Eric 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 Eric?
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. Eric will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Eric accepting new ip clients right now?
Eric'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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