Business Details
29 Years
experience
Your Trusted Technology Legal Partner in Houston
Since 1997, Munck Wilson Mandala has been a forward-thinking legal partner for technology-driven clients, combining deep industry expertise with innovative legal strategies. Our team of attorneys, many of whom hold advanced STEM degrees, bring over 900 combined years of experience in engineering, science, and technology to deliver tailored solutions for life sciences, biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, and AI sectors. We serve global clients from Fortune 50 companies to startups, offering a unique blend of transactional and litigation expertise backed by a client-centric approach.Our multidisciplinary AI team, with decades of experience drafting patents and developing applications, provides proactive counsel on emerging technologies. Recognized for excellence in both legal work and workplace culture, we maintain offices in U.S. tech hubs and collaborate with foreign associates worldwide to protect intellectual property and drive business growth. Our commitment to cost-effectiveness, strategic thinking, and a diverse, inclusive environment has earned us accolades including Law360 Regional Powerhouse status and rankings in 21 practice areas.
Services
AI Legal Services
Intellectual Property
Transactional Law
Bet-the-Company Litigation
Global Patent Protection
Life Sciences Counsel
Technology Transactions
Data Privacy Compliance
Corporate Governance
Mergers & Acquisitions
Details
- Year established: 1997
Highlights and features
- We combine 900+ years of STEM expertise with legal excellence for technology clients
- Our AI team has drafted patents and developed applications for decades
- Award-winning transactional and trial lawyers serve global innovators
- Tailored strategies align with client-specific business objectives
- Ranked among Texas' top law firms for technical legal expertise
What people say
Excels in technical legal matters
Quick responses
Cost effective
Deep market insight
Award-winning trial lawyers
Services
AI Legal Services
Our multidisciplinary AI team provides comprehensive legal support for emerging technologies. We specialize in patent drafting, regulatory compliance, and commercialization strategies for AI developers and investors. With decades of technical experience, we help clients protect intellectual property while navigating ethical and legal challenges in machine learning applications.
Intellectual Property
We offer full-spectrum IP services including patent prosecution, trademark registration, and copyright management. Our attorneys with STEM backgrounds excel in protecting innovations across life sciences, biotechnology, and technology sectors. We develop tailored strategies for global IP portfolios and enforce rights through litigation when necessary.
Transactional Law
Our transactional lawyers handle complex business deals with technical precision. We specialize in mergers and acquisitions, licensing agreements, and corporate governance for technology companies. Our team ensures compliance while optimizing deal structures to maximize client value in high-stakes transactions.
Bet-the-Company Litigation
We represent clients in mission-critical legal disputes involving significant business risks. Our elite trial lawyers combine technical expertise with courtroom experience to resolve complex cases in patent infringement, product liability, and corporate disputes. We prepare every case for trial while pursuing strategic settlements when appropriate.
Global Patent Protection
We help innovators protect inventions worldwide through coordinated patent strategies. Our services include global filing management, prior art analysis, and enforcement of patent rights across jurisdictions. With foreign associate networks in key markets, we ensure comprehensive protection for cutting-edge technologies in life sciences and engineering sectors.
People
David Doyle
Partner
IP attorney with extensive experience representing technology clients in patent litigation and portfolio management. Recognized for excellence in complex intellectual property disputes.
Jake LaCombe
Partner
Leading transactional lawyer specializing in technology deals and corporate governance. Provides strategic counsel for mergers, acquisitions, and licensing agreements in emerging industries.
Keith Harden
Partner
Experienced litigator handling high-stakes disputes for technology companies. Focuses on patent infringement cases and complex commercial litigation with technical precision.
Randy Ray
Partner
Seasoned attorney advising clients on intellectual property strategy and technology transactions. Known for strategic thinking and detailed approach to complex legal challenges.
Susan Hogan
Partner
Technology-focused attorney with expertise in patent prosecution and IP portfolio management. Provides business-minded counsel for innovators in life sciences and engineering fields.
Questions
What industries does Munck Wilson Mandala specialize in?
We focus on technology-driven sectors including life sciences, biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, and artificial intelligence, serving clients from startups to Fortune 50 companies.
Do you handle international legal matters?
Yes, we represent global clients and maintain an extensive network of foreign associates to protect intellectual property worldwide.
What makes your AI legal services unique?
Our team includes attorneys with decades of experience drafting AI patents and developing applications, providing unmatched technical and legal insight.
Are your legal fees competitive?
We offer competitive fee structures and prioritize cost-effectiveness through strategic resource allocation and efficient case management.
Do you handle both litigation and transactional work?
Yes, we combine elite trial lawyers with tech-savvy transactional attorneys to provide comprehensive legal solutions for complex business needs.
