Atty. Peter Drew Kennedy

Atty. Peter Drew Kennedy

Mr. Peter Drew Kennedy is a lawyer practicing appellate, intellectual property, internet & information security and 8 other areas of law.

Austin Austin 38 yrs experience 38 year
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About Peter Drew Kennedy at a glance

Peter Drew Kennedy is a Shareholder based in Austin, Texas, practicing at Graves, Dougherty, Hearon & Moody A Professional Corporation. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on business, ip, litigation, civil rights, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Texas US Supreme Court Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals Seventh Circuit (1988). Educated at University of Chicago (J.D., 1988) and Southwestern University (B.A., 1985). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Austin, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Peter Drew Kennedy is a lawyer practicing appellate, intellectual property, internet & information security and 8 other areas of law
  • Peter received a B.A. degree from Southwestern University in 1985, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • Peter practices at Graves, Dougherty, Hearon & Moody A Professional Corporation in Austin, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Peter Drew Kennedy's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Peter Drew Kennedy 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.

Peter Drew Kennedy is one of 106,079 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Texas →

Civil Litigation

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Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

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Appellate Practice

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

Peter Drew Kennedy is one of 86,319 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate attorneys in Texas →

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 Peter Drew Kennedy

Where is Peter Drew Kennedy's law office located?
Peter Drew Kennedy'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 Peter Drew Kennedy handle?
Peter Drew Kennedy focuses on business, ip, litigation, civil rights, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Peter Drew Kennedy practiced law?
Peter Drew Kennedy has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did Peter Drew Kennedy go to law school?
Peter Drew Kennedy earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (B.A., 1985).
How can I contact Peter Drew Kennedy for a consultation?
You can contact Peter Drew Kennedy directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Peter Drew Kennedy received?
Peter Drew Kennedy's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Chicago
- 1988
B.A.
Southwestern University
- 1985

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Texas US Supreme Court Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 1988

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