Atty. John Patrick Collins
Mr. John Patrick Collins is a lawyer practicing antitrust & trade law, arbitration, alternative dispute resolution and 1 other area of law.
Alternative Dispute Resolution & More Attorney · Serving Austin, TX · 63+ Years Experience
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About John Patrick Collins at a Glance
John Patrick Collins is a ip and adr attorney based in Austin, Texas. They have 63+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1963. Admitted to practice in New York (1963), District of Columbia (1970), Massachusetts (1972), and Texas (1997). Educated at Georgetown University Law Center (Doctor, 1970). Serves clients in Austin, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About John Patrick Collins
- Mr. John Patrick Collins is a lawyer practicing antitrust & trade law, arbitration, alternative dispute resolution and 1 other area of law
- John has been licensed for 63 years
- John practices in Austin, TX
Practice Areas Explained
John Patrick Collins's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Patrick Collins handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Austin.
Intellectual Property in Austin
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
John Patrick Collins is one of 105,285 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Texas →
Mediation & Arbitration in Austin
Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.
John Patrick Collins is one of 73,315 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Texas →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Austin
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.
Austin Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Austin-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Austin Choose John Patrick Collins
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish John Patrick Collins's practice in the field of ip and adr.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
John Patrick Collins brings 63+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in New York, District of Columbia, and Massachusetts, John Patrick Collins can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering ip and adr, John Patrick Collins can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Austin
A Austin-based practice means John Patrick Collins attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues John Patrick Collins Handles in Austin
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters John Patrick Collins has experience with under Texas law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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