Strategic Intellectual Property Leadership
Technically agile, full-service intellectual property lawyer Samir Bhavsar is renowned for his strategic acumen and deep understanding of client needs. Clients consider Samir to be a rare talent in the field because he "understands the client mentality better than most and applies his considerable faculties in driving quality prosecution, litigation, and licensing outcomes." IAM Patent 1000 (2021). Clients consistently praise him as a "tech-savvy strategic mastermind" who "leverages his background as chief IP counsel to craft invaluable patent portfolios." IAM Patent 1000 (2024). As both IAM Patent 1000 (2024) and The Legal 500 U.S. (2013) note, Samir's full-service practice enables him to provide more holistic guidance and thereby drive effective outcomes across various IP services.
Patent Litigation and Patent Portfolio Development
Samir's background as a Chief IP Counsel along with his extensive technology experience enable him to develop valuable patent portfolios and win critical litigation disputes. Throughout his career, Samir has handled many patent litigations across the country, including in the California and Texas district courts. Additionally, he has represented clients in Inter Partes Review petitions, further showcasing his comprehensive understanding of patent law. During the last decade, he has worked on a wide range of cutting-edge technologies, including semiconductor devices and manufacturing processes, Artificial Intelligence (AI), autonomous vehicles, augmented and virtual reality (AR/VR), cybersecurity, IoT, FinTech, medical devices, and many more. Clients also rely on him to draft and negotiate patent, software, and other agreements directed to inbound and outbound licensing and the ownership of technology assets.
Artificial Intelligence, Patent Law, and AI Governance
Samir is a recognized leader at the intersection of patent law, artificial intelligence governance, and data privacy. He has prosecuted numerous patents directed to AI technologies, particularly within the financial services industry, and is frequently sought after for his counsel on the legal and technical risks associated with developing and deploying AI systems. Samir’s expertise is further distinguished by his attainment of the IAPP’s Artificial Intelligence Governance Professional (AIGP) certification, which demonstrates his advanced knowledge of frameworks, policies, and practices that ensure AI systems are developed and deployed responsibly, ethically, and in compliance with emerging laws and regulations. His AIGP training enables him to advise clients on managing AI risks, integrating trustworthy AI systems, and navigating the evolving legal landscape surrounding AI.
Data Privacy and Regulatory Compliance
Samir's ability to quickly immerse himself in new technologies and balance regulatory and litigation risk has also led to his practice expanding into data privacy. With certifications as an Information Privacy Professional for both the U.S. (CIPP/US) and Europe (CIPP/E) by the International Association of Privacy Professionals, Samir offers strategic guidance and counseling on complex data protection laws. He advises clients on privacy issues involving M&A transactions and wiretapping, and offers proactive strategies to mitigate litigation risk including data privacy review. He is a recognized thought leader in the space, with content on AI governance, creating sustainable cookie programs, and the latest trends and updates in privacy litigation. This unique combination of technical proficiency, legal acumen, and experience in both AI governance and data privacy positions Samir as a trusted advisor for clients seeking to innovate with AI while maintaining regulatory and ethical compliance.
Advanced Technology Experience
Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America for his work in Technology Law (2024-25) and Patent Law (2025), Samir's contributions to the field are well-documented and highly respected. Samir has years of experience in semiconductor technologies, aiding both large and start-up companies. He excels in patent procurement and portfolio management for semiconductor devices and manufacturing processes. Samir's technical background in electrical engineering enhances his ability to navigate complex semiconductor technologies, including integrated circuit design and manufacturing. In addition to his semiconductor experience, Samir has significant experience with software systems, including those involving artificial intelligence and cloud computing. He has managed patent procurement and portfolio development for clients in areas such as electronic commerce, robotic technologies, and advanced software platforms. His deep understanding of both hardware and software systems allows him to provide comprehensive counsel on the protection and strategic development of technology assets across a broad spectrum of industries.
Commitment to Diversity and Mentorship
Beyond his professional achievements, Samir is committed to diversity and mentorship. He has served on numerous Boards and Steering Committees for diversity organizations, including the Dallas Bar Association, NAPABA, and the Texas Minority Counsel Program. A graduate of the Dallas Regional Chamber's 2019 Leadership Dallas class, Samir enjoys mentoring young lawyers both within and outside the firm, fostering the next generation of legal talent.
Patent Prosecution & Transactional
Patent Litigation
Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America for Technology Law, 2023, 2024, & 2025
Recommended in IAM Patent 1000 for Patent Prosecution, 2021, 2022, & 2024
Recommended in The Legal 500 U.S. as a "Leading Lawyer" for Patent Prosecution, 2010, & 2013
Recognized as a Texas Super Lawyer (Thomson Reuters), 2015, & 2018
Recognized as a Texas Super Lawyer-Rising Star (Thomson Reuters), 2006, 2010, & 2012
