Hogan Lovells expands in Texas

Law firm Hogan Lovells has expanded its intellectual property practice in Texas with the appointment of Jeffrey Whittle as partner.

Whittle has joined the intellectual property, media and technology (IPMT) practice in the firm’s Houston office.

He focuses on the energy industry and specialises in patent protection, portfolio analysis and post grant challenges.

Celine Crowson, head of the Americas IPMT practice at Hogan Lovells, said: “Jeff’s high-caliber practice and deep knowledge of the energy space will positon us for continued success.”