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Henry L. "Bud" Ehrlich, IP Attorney in Houston, Texas

H L Ehrlich Law

Houston, TX

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Henry L. "Bud" Ehrlich is an attorney based in Houston, TEXAS. The practice focuses on IP. Currently practicing at H L Ehrlich Law.

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Houston, TEXAS
Experience
attorney
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IP
  • Handles IP matters from Houston, TEXAS.
  • Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property (2026).

About Henry L. "Bud" Ehrlich: Henry L. "Bud" Ehrlich is an attorney based in Houston, TEXAS. The practice focuses on IP. Currently practicing at H L Ehrlich Law.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Henry L. "Bud" Ehrlich

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

IP cases in Houston, Texas

Henry 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 Henry agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Henry L. "Bud" Ehrlich — Attorney of Texas ip experience

Henry L. "Bud" Ehrlich is an attorney based in Houston, TEXAS. The practice focuses on IP. Currently practicing at H L Ehrlich Law.

Bud Ehrlich practices in all areas of intellectual property law, including patent, trademarks, copyrights and trade secrets. His emphasis is on worldwide patent protection, intellectual property portfolio development and management, patent infringement and validity opinions, technology commercialization and licensing, and litigation support.

Bud represents a variety of intellectual property owners, including individual inventors, startups, manufacturers, privately held companies, and international corporations. He has experience in a range of industries, including aerospace, consumer products, construction, energy and petrochemical, highway safety systems, manufacturing, medical devices, and perimeter security.

Henry's approach to ip cases

Bud Ehrlich practices in all areas of intellectual property law, including patent, trademarks, copyrights and trade secrets. His emphasis is on worldwide patent protection, intellectual property portfolio development and management, patent infringement and validity opinions, technology commercialization and licensing, and litigation support. Bud represents a variety of intellectual property…

The kind of cases Henry takes

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

Credentials

Henry L. "Bud" Ehrlich's legal education and bar admissions

  • Louisiana State University

    J.D. · 1993

Henry studied at J.D. in Louisiana State University.

Law school and academic background

Henry completed J.D. in Louisiana State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Henry runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Awards, publications, and recognition of Henry L. "Bud" Ehrlich

Henry has received 5 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Alternative and Green Energy

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Energy

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Oil and Gas

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Alternative and Green Energy (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Energy (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Oil and Gas (2026).

Locations

Office locations for Henry L. "Bud" Ehrlich in Houston, Texas

Henry's primary office is at Houston, Texas. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

H L Ehrlich Law

Houston, Texas

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Hiring guide

How to hire Henry L. "Bud" Ehrlich — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

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

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

Payment methods and payment plans

Henry'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 Henry L. "Bud" Ehrlich

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

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

  • Does Henry offer a free consultation?

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

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

    Henry 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 — Henry 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 Henry?

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

  • Is Henry accepting new ip clients right now?

    Henry'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

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