Russ Crain is a seasoned attorney with over 20 years of legal experience at the intersection of technology and business. With a foundation in engineering from the University of Texas and both JD and MBA degrees from Southern Methodist University, Russ brings a rare combination of analytical precision and legal expertise to every client engagement.
His career spans both market-leading private practice and in-house roles at industry-leading companies. As a partner at Baker Botts, he advised clients on complex technology transactions, helped companies build and manage their IP portfolios, and represented world-class clients as trial counsel. He also worked as in-house counsel at Ericsson, American Airlines, Sabre, and Computer Sciences. In this capacity, he served a variety of roles, including product, supply-chain, litigation, and IP counsel.
Russ leverages this breadth of experience to help businesses of all sizes navigate an ever-changing legal landscape. Whether you're ready to launch a startup and protect your first invention, or an established enterprise seeking specialized expertise, Russ provides the experience and insight you need to move forward with confidence.
