Steven M. Espenshade

4.0 (1 reviews)

Austin, Texas

15+ years experience

Pirkey Barber PLLC

Updated: Jan 04, 2026

Contact Information

512-322-5200

https://pirkeybarber.com/people/steven-espenshade

1801 East Sixth Street, Suite 300, Austin, TX 78702

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Bio

Steven M. Espenshade is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Copyright Law and Trademark Law.Steven M., who practices law in Austin, Texas, has been recognized since 2021. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Steven M. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. Steven M. Espenshade is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Copyright Law and Trademark Law.Steven M., who practices law in Austin, Texas, has been recognized since 2021. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Steven M. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. Steven M. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Local Legal Snapshot

Jurisdiction

Texas

State Capital

Austin

Highest Court

Texas Supreme Court

Bar Association

State Bar of Texas

Typical Consultation

$150-$300

Typical Hourly Range

$250-$450/hr

Fee Model Notes

Hourly or flat-fee billing is common.

Estimates vary by market, complexity, urgency, and attorney experience.

Practice Areas

Awards & Recognition

Recognized: Copyright Law
Recognized: Trademark Law

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2021

Education

The University of Texas, J.D., graduated 2010

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Reviews

Amy Ward

3 months ago

Expert guidance on our company's trademark portfolio

We engaged Steven Espenshade at Pirkey Barber to handle a complex trademark clearance and registration for a new product line. His deep knowledge, honed over 15 years and recognized by Best Lawyers, was immediately apparent. He provided clear, strategic advice that balanced legal protection with our business goals. The process was thorough, and we felt confident in his counsel. While communication was generally excellent, there were a couple of instances where a follow-up email took a day longer than expected. Overall, Steven is a highly skilled attorney in Austin for trademark and copyright matters, and we are very satisfied with the outcome.