Atty. David Paul Blanke

Atty. David Paul Blanke

Mr. David Paul Blanke is a lawyer practicing antitrust, biotechnology and pharmaceutical, class actions and multidistrict litigation and 9 other areas of law.

Austin Austin 42 yrs experience 42 year
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Profile Summary

About David Paul Blanke at a glance

David Paul Blanke is a Partner based in Austin, Texas, practicing at Vinson & Elkins LLP. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on business, ip, class action, securities, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Texas Texas Western District Court District Of Columbia -United States Supreme Court -Federal - Supr (1984). Educated at University of Michigan Law School (J.D., 1984) and University of Illinois (B.S., 1981). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Austin, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. David Paul Blanke is a lawyer practicing antitrust, biotechnology and pharmaceutical, class actions and multidistrict litigation and 9 other areas of law
  • David received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • David practices at Vinson & Elkins LLP in Austin, TX

Practice Areas Explained

David Paul Blanke's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Paul Blanke 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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Class Action

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Securities Law

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Civil Litigation

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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 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 David Paul Blanke

Where is David Paul Blanke's law office located?
David Paul Blanke's law practice is located in Austin, Texas. The firm is Vinson & Elkins LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Paul Blanke handle?
David Paul Blanke focuses on business, ip, class action, securities, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has David Paul Blanke practiced law?
David Paul Blanke has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did David Paul Blanke go to law school?
David Paul Blanke earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.S., 1981).
How can I contact David Paul Blanke for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has David Paul Blanke received?
David Paul Blanke's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Michigan Law School
- 1984
B.S.
University of Illinois
- 1981

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Texas Texas Western District Court District Of Columbia -United States Supreme Court -Federal - Supr
Admitted: 1984

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