Atty. David Randall Clonts

Atty. David Randall Clonts

Mr. David Randall Clonts is a lawyer practicing ip transactions, intellectual property, internet and new media litigation and counseling and 6 other areas of law.

Houston Houston 35 yrs experience 35 year
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About David Randall Clonts at a glance

David Randall Clonts is a Partner based in Houston, Texas, practicing at Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on patent, ip, litigation, health care, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in Texas Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (1991). Educated at University Of Texas (J.D., 1991) and Georgia Institute of Technology (B.S.E.E., 1987). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Houston and American Bar Associations Houston Intellectual Property Law Association American Intellectual Property Law Association. Serands clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. David Randall Clonts is a lawyer practicing ip transactions, intellectual property, internet and new media litigation and counseling and 6 other areas of law
  • David received a B.S.E.E. degree from Georgia Institute of Technology in 1987, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • David practices at Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP in Houston, TX

Practice Areas Explained

David Randall Clonts's Areas of Practice

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

Patent Law

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Intellectual Property

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Civil Litigation

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Health Care Law

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Entertainment & Sports Law

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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 Houston 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 Randall Clonts

Where is David Randall Clonts's law office located?
David Randall Clonts's law practice is located in Houston, Texas. The firm is Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Randall Clonts handle?
David Randall Clonts focuses on patent, ip, litigation, health care, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has David Randall Clonts practiced law?
David Randall Clonts has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did David Randall Clonts go to law school?
David Randall Clonts earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.S.E.E., 1987).
How can I contact David Randall Clonts for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has David Randall Clonts received?
David Randall Clonts's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University Of Texas
- 1991
B.S.E.E.
Georgia Institute of Technology
- 1987

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Texas Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
Admitted: 1991

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