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Stephanie Sivinski is a trial lawyer that knows the value of effectively communicating her clients’ stories—both in written advocacy and in the courtroom. Stephanie focuses on complex federal-court litigation and has won trial victories in high-stakes cases ranging from patent-infringement to breach-of-contract matters. Her clients pioneer technology ranging from semiconductor manufacturing to pharmaceuticals, and thermodynamics to wireless networks.
Stephanie takes an authentic, honest approach to litigation that builds trust with the court and the jury. No matter what the stage of litigation, from motion practice to jury and bench trials, to oral arguments and appellate briefs, clients benefit from Stephanie’s exceptional ability to convey necessary technical details while focusing on the important legal and factual issues.
Before lending her skills to patent, copyright, and trade-secret disputes, Stephanie served as a judicial law clerk to a United States District Judge. Stephanie also has a significant scientific background, which enables her to effectively communicate complex technical or scientific concepts in the service of her clients. While pursuing an undergraduate degree in genetics, Stephanie developed a working knowledge of organic chemistry, biochemistry, analytical chemistry, microbiology, and molecular genetics. As an undergraduate research assistant, she frequently performed DNA amplification, reverse transcription, and gel electrophoresis techniques.
In addition to her civil litigation practice, Stephanie has devoted significant time to pro bono matters. She currently represents an inmate on Texas death row and conducted several key witness examinations during multiple weeks-long evidentiary hearings. She also frequently represents Dallas residents looking to combat crime on their streets using nuisance laws.
Stephanie takes an authentic, honest approach to litigation that builds trust with the court and the jury. No matter what the stage of litigation, from motion practice to jury and bench trials, to oral arguments and appellate briefs, clients benefit from Stephanie’s exceptional ability to convey necessary technical details while focusing on the important legal and factual issues.
Before lending her skills to patent, copyright, and trade-secret disputes, Stephanie served as a judicial law clerk to a United States District Judge. Stephanie also has a significant scientific background, which enables her to effectively communicate complex technical or scientific concepts in the service of her clients. While pursuing an undergraduate degree in genetics, Stephanie developed a working knowledge of organic chemistry, biochemistry, analytical chemistry, microbiology, and molecular genetics. As an undergraduate research assistant, she frequently performed DNA amplification, reverse transcription, and gel electrophoresis techniques.
In addition to her civil litigation practice, Stephanie has devoted significant time to pro bono matters. She currently represents an inmate on Texas death row and conducted several key witness examinations during multiple weeks-long evidentiary hearings. She also frequently represents Dallas residents looking to combat crime on their streets using nuisance laws.
Bar Admissions
Texas, 2010
U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, 2018
Education
J.D., University of Texas at Austin School of Law, 2010, High Honors; Order of the Coif; Texas Law Review, Member; Winner, Bracewell and Giuliani Best Memo Competition, 2008
B.S., Genetics, Texas A&M University, 2007, summa cum laude; National Merit Scholar, 2003-2007
Areas of Practice
- Copyright
- Franchise Litigation
- Hatch-Waxman/ANDA
- Intellectual Property
- Intellectual Property Litigation
- Litigation
- Media, Entertainment and Sports
- Patent Litigation
Professional Career
Significant Accomplishments
Won summary judgment of noninfringement for oil and gas operator against non-practicing entity in the Eastern District of Texas.
Obtained favorable jury verdict, including invalidity of an asserted patent, for leading WAN technology company.
Obtained dispositive claim construction for semiconductor manufacturer in patent infringement case relating to semiconductor fabrication techniques in the Eastern District of Texas. The construction was upheld by the Federal Circuit.
Won summary judgment relating to indemnification claims and requiring disbursement of escrow account in Delaware Chancery Court.
Defended inventors of laser ultrasound technology against claims brought by former employer for patent infringement, trade secret misappropriation, and declaratory judgment of patent ownership. The client was able to reach a settlement in this matter.
Submitted briefs to the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit in a software copyright case and the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit in patent infringement cases.
Represented a generic drug manufacturer defending against claims of patent infringement under the Hatch-Waxman Act. The matter reached a favorable settlement.
Defended a non-profit organization against claims of copyright infringement and breach of contract, helping to reach a very favorable settlement for the client.
Won summary judgment of noninfringement for oil and gas operator against non-practicing entity in the Eastern District of Texas.
Obtained favorable jury verdict, including invalidity of an asserted patent, for leading WAN technology company.
Obtained dispositive claim construction for semiconductor manufacturer in patent infringement case relating to semiconductor fabrication techniques in the Eastern District of Texas. The construction was upheld by the Federal Circuit.
Won summary judgment relating to indemnification claims and requiring disbursement of escrow account in Delaware Chancery Court.
Defended inventors of laser ultrasound technology against claims brought by former employer for patent infringement, trade secret misappropriation, and declaratory judgment of patent ownership. The client was able to reach a settlement in this matter.
Submitted briefs to the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit in a software copyright case and the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit in patent infringement cases.
Represented a generic drug manufacturer defending against claims of patent infringement under the Hatch-Waxman Act. The matter reached a favorable settlement.
Defended a non-profit organization against claims of copyright infringement and breach of contract, helping to reach a very favorable settlement for the client.
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