Overview
pH IP Law is an IP boutique dedicated to handling a variety of client matters, such as patent prosecution, counseling, opinions, due diligence, freedom-to-operate clearances, infringement investigations, and overall technology and portfolio management. The members of the firm, Steven Highlander, Ph.D., J.D., Mark Voges, Ph.D., J.D., and Amanda Schnepp, Ph.D., J.D., have over fifty years of combined experience representing clients in complex intellectual property matters, especially in the life sciences and chemical fields. Integral to our team are Geoff Findlay, Ph.D., Reid Long, Ph.D., J.D., Liz Gratton, Ph.D., Melissa Hirsch, Ph.D., Logan Spaller, Ph.D., Gretel Torres, Ph.D., and Caroline Hamilton, M.A. (combined 22 years as patent agents and technical advisors). In addition, Daniel Cafferata, J.D., serves the firm as a medical device specialist.
Rankings
Regional
Austin
Tier
1
Austin
Biotechnology and Life Sciences PracticeTier
1
Austin
Litigation - Intellectual PropertyTier
1
Austin
Litigation - PatentTier
1
Austin
Patent LawRankings
Regional
Austin
Tier
1
Austin
Biotechnology and Life Sciences PracticeTier
1
Austin
Litigation - Intellectual PropertyTier
1
Austin
Litigation - PatentTier
1
Austin
Patent LawPractice Areas
pH IP Law PLLC has been ranked by Best Law Firms for excellence in 4 specialties, reflecting the firm's commitment to delivering outstanding legal services.
Additionally, the firm provides services in these practice areas:
- Biotechnology and Life Sciences Practice
- Life Sciences Practice
- Patent Law
Individuals Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America®
pH IP Law PLLC proudly has 1 lawyer recognized for their outstanding professional performance in the 2026 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®. This peer-reviewed honor highlights individual excellence and directly qualifies the firm for consideration in the prestigious Best Law Firms rankings. For over four decades, Best Lawyers has been the gold standard for recognizing top legal talent, serving as the cornerstone for Best Law Firms awards. Learn more about our rigorous Best Lawyers research and selection process.
Offices & Contacts
Austin, TX
Building One, Suite 200
1120 South Capital of Texas Highway
Austin, TX 78746
United States