Atty. William "Wills" Collier
Wills Collier is a Partner at Houston's Heim, Payne & Choursh, focusing on patent infringement litigation covering a wide range of technologies, including computer and electrical engineering, oil and gas technologies, and mechanical systems. With experience in all phases of district court litigation, Mr.
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William "Wills" Collier is a ip attorney based in Houston, Texas, practicing at Heim, Payne & Chorush LLP. Educated at Baylor University (J.D., 2015) and Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (B.S. (Aerospace Engineering), 2011). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property (2026), Best Lawyers in America — in America (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — from 2023-2025 for work in: (2026). Serands clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Wills Collier is a Partner at Houston's Heim, Payne & Choursh, focusing on patent infringement litigation covering a wide range of technologies, including computer and electrical engineering, oil and gas technologies, and mechanical systems
- With experience in all phases of district court litigation, Mr. Collier provides a technical and engineering background that helps him effectively communicate key issues to judges and juries
- Mr. Collier began his career practicing patent litigation at a large international law firm, where he focused on all aspects of patent litigation, representing companies ranging from Fortune 500 businesses to tech startups
- He also served as a law clerk to Judge Robert Schroeder III of the U.S
- District Court for the Eastern District of Texas
- A cum laude graduate of Baylor Law School with a concentration in Intellectual Property, Mr. Collier served as Senior Technical Editor on the board of the Baylor Law Review
- He was recognized as Law Review Student of the Year, also earning the highest overall grade in Patent Law
- He participated extensively in Moot Court, joining the Baylor Barrister Society and competing in the International Moot Court Competition in Information Technology & Privacy Law
- Mr. Collier developed his passion for technology and innovation while earning his Bachelor of Science in Aerospace Engineering at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, where he was admitted to the Sigma Gamma Tau Aerospace Engineering Honor Society
- Before attending law school, he obtained a breadth of experience working for a major aerospace manufacturer and a small tech startup
- During his last year at Embry-Riddle, Mr. Collier achieved his lifelong dream of obtaining his pilot’s license
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IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
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