Atty. Michael Hawes

Atty. Michael Hawes

Mr. Michael Hawes is a lawyer practicing intellectual property litigation, intellectual property practice, licensing and ip transactions.

Houston Houston 28 yrs experience 28 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael Hawes at a glance

Michael Hawes is a Partner based in Houston, Texas, practicing at Baker Botts L.L.P.. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on ip. Admitted to practice in Texas (1998), U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit (1999), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas (1999), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Texas registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Tradema (1999). Educated at Harvard Law School (J.D., 1998) and Rice University (B.S. Electrical, 1993). Active member of Federal Circuit and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Michael Hawes is a lawyer practicing intellectual property litigation, intellectual property practice, licensing and ip transactions
  • Michael received a B.S. degree from Rice University in 1993, and has been licensed for 28 years
  • Michael practices at Baker Botts L.L.P. in Houston, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Hawes's Areas of Practice

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

Intellectual Property

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

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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 Michael Hawes

Where is Michael Hawes's law office located?
Michael Hawes's law practice is located in Houston, Texas. The firm is Baker Botts L.L.P.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Hawes handle?
Michael Hawes focuses on ip. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Michael Hawes practiced law?
Michael Hawes has 28+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1998.
Where did Michael Hawes go to law school?
Michael Hawes earned their education at (J.D., 1998); (B.S. Electrical, 1993).
How can I contact Michael Hawes for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Harvard Law School
- 1998
B.S. Electrical
Rice University
- 1993

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1998
U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit
Admitted: 1999
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas
Admitted: 1999
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Texas registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Tradema
Admitted: 1999

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