Atty. Robert S. Wachsmuth

Atty. Robert S. Wachsmuth

Mr. Wachsmuth’s serves the clients of Hulsey PC as an Of Counsel attorney whose practice consists of business litigation, construction law, antitrust law, intellectual property law, sports and entertainment law as well as arbitration and mediation and all other forms of alternative dispute resolution.

Austin Austin 60 yrs experience 60 year
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Profile Summary

About Robert S. Wachsmuth at a glance

Robert S. Wachsmuth is an Of Counsel based in Austin, Texas, practicing at Hulsey PC - Patents & Trademarks. They have 60+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1966. Their practice focuses on contracts, business, ip, construction, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Texas (1966), U.S. District Court, Western District of Texas (1970), U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (1975), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit (1975). Educated at University of Texas at Austin Law School (J.D., 1966) and University of Texas at Austin (B.A., 1965). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Austin, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. Wachsmuth’s serves the clients of Hulsey PC as an Of Counsel attorney whose practice consists of business litigation, construction law, antitrust law, intellectual property law, sports and entertainment law as well as arbitration and mediation and all other forms of alternative dispute resolution
  • Mr. Wachsmuth is Board Certified, Civil Trial Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization
  • Mr. Wachsmuth received his B.A. in 1965 from The University of Texas
  • J.D. in 1966 from The University of Texas Law School
  • and graduated from The University of Texas at San Antonio Graduate Business School in 1976
  • He was admitted to the State Bar of Texas in 1966, U.S
  • District Court, Western District of Texas, 1970, U.S
  • Court of Appeals, Fifth and Eleventh Circuits in 1975, U.S
  • Supreme Court in 1979, the U.S
  • District Court, Southern District of Texas in 1987, and the U.S
  • District Court, Eastern District of Texas in 2004
  • Mr. Wachsmuth was a member of Phi Delta Phi (Exchequer 1965-1966; Delegate to 1965 International Convention)
  • He was a teaching Quizmaster, Legal Research Board, Texas and National Moot Court Competition, University of Texas Law School, 1965-1966 of
  • He is listed in Who’s Who in American Law, Who’s Who in America and Empire Who’s Who
  • He has been named a Texas Super Lawyer by Texas Monthly magazine the past 2 years
  • He was an instructor in Real Estate Law at San Antonio College from 1972-1974 and in construction law and ADR, Texas A&M University, Construction Management and Executive programs from 1991-1999
  • He is a member of the American Arbitration Association (Panel of Arbitrators, 1979- ; Panel of Mediators, 1985- )
  • National Arbitration Forum
  • General Counsel, Associated General Contractors of San Antonio, 1993 –
  • Fellow, Texas Bar Foundation
  • Member, Chartered Institute of Arbitrators, 2003 –
  • Member, College of the State Bar
  • Member, College of Commercial Arbitration, 2005-
  • Fellow, San Antonio Bar Foundation
  • (Capt., USMCR, JAGC, active duty, 1966 -1969, Military Judge, 1969)
  • Mr. Wachsmuth’s involvement in professional associations is varied
  • He served as vice chairman of the American Bar Association’s Antitrust Section, Communication Industry Committee (1999-2001)
  • He has been a member of the Steering Committee, Div. 8 (International) of the Construction Law Forum (1999-2005)
  • His participation in State Bar of Texas includes Governing Council member, International Law Section, 1978-1981, chairman, Construction Law Section, 1992, and Governing Council member, ADR Section, 2004-
  • Mr. Wachsmuth was born in Crowell, Texas, on January 20, 1942

Practice Areas Explained

Robert S. Wachsmuth's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

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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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Construction 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 Robert S. Wachsmuth

Where is Robert S. Wachsmuth's law office located?
Robert S. Wachsmuth's law practice is located in Austin, Texas. The firm is Hulsey PC - Patents & Trademarks. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert S. Wachsmuth handle?
Robert S. Wachsmuth focuses on contracts, business, ip, construction, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Robert S. Wachsmuth practiced law?
Robert S. Wachsmuth has 60+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1966.
Where did Robert S. Wachsmuth go to law school?
Robert S. Wachsmuth earned their education at (J.D., 1966); (B.A., 1965).
How can I contact Robert S. Wachsmuth for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Robert S. Wachsmuth received?
Robert S. Wachsmuth's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Texas at Austin Law School
- 1966
B.A.
University of Texas at Austin
- 1965

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1966
U.S. District Court, Western District of Texas
Admitted: 1970
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 1975
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
Admitted: 1975
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1979
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas
Admitted: 1987
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Texas
Admitted: 2004

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