Atty. Steven L. Highlander

Atty. Steven L. Highlander

Steven L. Highlander is a lawyer practicing intellectual property and technology, patents, trademarks and 3 other areas of law.

Austin Austin 34 yrs experience 34 year
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About Steven L. Highlander at a glance

Steven L. Highlander is a Member based in Austin, Texas, practicing at Parker Highlander PLLC. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on patent, trademark, copyright, ip, and trade secrets. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1992), District of Columbia (1993), and Texas registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office Federal Circuit Court of Appeal (1996). Educated at University of Michigan Law School (J.D., 1992) and Central Missouri State University (B.A., 1983). Active member of Federal Circuit Bar Association American Bar Association Association of University Technology Managers American Intellectual Property Law Association. Serands clients in Austin, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Steven L. Highlander is a lawyer practicing intellectual property and technology, patents, trademarks and 3 other areas of law
  • Steven received a B.A. degree from Central Missouri State University in 1983, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • Steven practices at Parker Highlander PLLC in Austin, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Steven L. Highlander's Areas of Practice

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

Patent Law

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Trademark Law

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Copyright Law

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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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Trade Secrets

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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 Steven L. Highlander

Where is Steven L. Highlander's law office located?
Steven L. Highlander's law practice is located in Austin, Texas. The firm is Parker Highlander PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Steven L. Highlander handle?
Steven L. Highlander focuses on patent, trademark, copyright, ip, trade secrets. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Steven L. Highlander practiced law?
Steven L. Highlander has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did Steven L. Highlander go to law school?
Steven L. Highlander earned their education at (J.D., 1992); (B.A., 1983).
How can I contact Steven L. Highlander for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Michigan Law School
- 1992
B.A.
Central Missouri State University
- 1983

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1992
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1993
Texas registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office Federal Circuit Court of Appeal
Admitted: 1996

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