Atty. David Patrick Lein

Atty. David Patrick Lein

Mr. David Patrick Lein is a lawyer practicing trial practice, appellate litigation, business and 4 other areas of law.

Austin Austin 25 Years Experience 25 year
Call (737) 615-1656

Profile Summary

About David Patrick Lein at a glance

David Patrick Lein is a Shareholder based in Austin, Texas, practicing at Graves, Dougherty, Hearon & Moody A Professional Corporation. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Their practice focuses on business, ip, litigation, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Texas U.S. District Court, Western District of Texas (2001). Educated at Harvard Law School (J.D., 2001) and Harvard University, John F. Kennedy School of Government (Master, 2001). Serves clients in Austin, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. David Patrick Lein is a lawyer practicing trial practice, appellate litigation, business and 4 other areas of law
  • David received a degree from Harvard University, John F. Kennedy School of Government in 2001, and has been licensed for 25 years
  • David practices at Graves, Dougherty, Hearon & Moody A Professional Corporation in Austin, TX

Practice Areas Explained

David Patrick Lein's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Patrick Lein 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.

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Civil Litigation

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Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

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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 Austin 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 venue, 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 David Patrick Lein

Where is David Patrick Lein's law office located?
David Patrick Lein's law practice is located in Austin, Texas. The firm is Graves, Dougherty, Hearon & Moody A Professional Corporation. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Patrick Lein handle?
David Patrick Lein focuses on business, ip, litigation, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has David Patrick Lein practiced law?
David Patrick Lein has 25+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2001.
Where did David Patrick Lein go to law school?
David Patrick Lein earned their education at (J.D., 2001); (Master, 2001).
How can I contact David Patrick Lein for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Harvard Law School
- 2001
Master
Harvard University, John F. Kennedy School of Government
- 2001

Bar Admissions

Texas U.S. District Court, Western District of Texas
Admitted: 2001

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