Margo Livesay, IP Attorney in Austin, Texas
Over 41 years of legal practice
Austin, TX
Practicing ip in Austin since 1985.
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- Years practicing
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Margo Livesay is an attorney based in Austin, TX. The practice focuses on IP. Margo has over 41 years of legal experience.
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- Handles IP matters from Austin, TX.
- Over 41 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Margo Livesay: Margo Livesay is an attorney based in Austin, TX. The practice focuses on IP. Margo has over 41 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Margo takes on
Margo concentrates on ip. Each area below outlines the kind of case Margo handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
IP cases in Austin, Texas
Margo takes ip matters in Austin, 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 Margo agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Margo Livesay — ip lawyer in Austin
Margo Livesay is an attorney based in Austin, TX. The practice focuses on IP. Margo has over 41 years of legal experience.
Margo Livesay is a lawyer practicing intellectual property. Margo received a B.A. degree from University of Texas at Austin, and has been licensed for 41 years. Margo practices in Austin, TX.
Margo's approach to ip cases
Margo Livesay is a lawyer practicing intellectual property. Margo received a B.A. degree from University of Texas at Austin, and has been licensed for 41 years. Margo practices in Austin, TX.
Clients Margo works with
Margo reviews new inquiries case-by-case for ip matters in Austin and the surrounding Texas area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Texas at Austin J.D.
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University of Texas at Austin B.A.
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Jurisdictions
Margo's state bar admissions
District of Columbia
2003 · ACTIVE
Texas
1985 · ACTIVE
Margo studied at — in University of Texas at Austin J.D. and — in University of Texas at Austin B.A..
Law school and academic background
Margo completed — in University of Texas at Austin J.D. and — in University of Texas at Austin B.A.. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Margo runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Margo Livesay's office in Austin
Margo's primary office is at 3307 Gallop Cv, Austin, TX, 78745-4601. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Margo Livesay — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new ip attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Margo usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Margo charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Margo'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; Margo will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a ip attorney in Austin, 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 Margo
Margo 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. Margo confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Margo'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 Margo Livesay
How much does it cost to hire Margo for a ip case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Margo walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Margo offer a free consultation?
Margo charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Margo's office. Some ip attorneys offer free consults — check Margo'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. Margo gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Margo take my case if I'm outside Austin?
Margo 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 — Margo 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 Margo?
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. Margo will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Margo accepting new ip clients right now?
Margo'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 Austin, Houston and Dallas in Texas
Margo 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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