Atty. Robert Elkin

Atty. Robert Elkin

Mr. Robert Elkin is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, telecommunications, business and 2 other areas of law.

Dallas Dallas 43 yrs experience 43 year
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Profile Summary

About Robert Elkin at a glance

Robert Elkin is a Principal based in Dallas, Texas, practicing at McKool Smith. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on business, ip, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Texas (1983), U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (1985), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (2010). Educated at University of Chicago (J.D., 1983) and The Johns Hopkins University (B.A., 1980). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Dallas and American Bar Associations State Bar of Texas. Serands clients in Dallas, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Robert Elkin is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, telecommunications, business and 2 other areas of law
  • Robert received a B.A. degree from The Johns Hopkins University in 1980, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • Robert practices at McKool Smith in Dallas, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Robert Elkin's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert Elkin handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

Robert Elkin is one of 106,079 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Texas →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Texas

Practicing law in Texas. Legal matters in Texas are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Dallas are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Texas state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Texas brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Texas courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Robert Elkin

Where is Robert Elkin's law office located?
Robert Elkin's law practice is located in Dallas, Texas. The firm is McKool Smith. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert Elkin handle?
Robert Elkin focuses on business, ip, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Robert Elkin practiced law?
Robert Elkin has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did Robert Elkin go to law school?
Robert Elkin earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.A., 1980).
How can I contact Robert Elkin for a consultation?
You can contact Robert Elkin directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Robert Elkin received?
Robert Elkin's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Chicago
- 1983
B.A.
The Johns Hopkins University
- 1980

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1983
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 1985
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 2010

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