The Texas Lawbook | Alston & Bird Nabs Longtime McKool Smith IP Partner

Alston & Bird has bolstered its patent litigation capabilities with the addition of Ted Stevenson as a partner in the firm’s Dallas office. Arriving from McKool Smith, Stevenson is a first-chair trial lawyer and registered patent attorney who focuses on intellectual property and competition cases for a marquee list of companies in the telecommunications and technology industries worldwide.

Ted Stevenson is featured for joining the firm as a patent litigation partner in the Dallas office and John Haynes and Darren Hauck are quoted.

Alston & Bird has been recognized by Patexia as a market leader for patent litigation. In its 2025 Patent Litigation Report identifying the top 250 patent litigation law firms and attorneys, Alston & Bird is recognized among the top 10 most active firms and top 15 best-performing firms.

Ted Stevenson is quoted on joining the firm as a patent litigation partner in the Dallas office, and John Haynes is also quoted.

Alston & Bird attorneys continue to be recognized and honored by Best Lawyers and Ones to Watch in key markets around the world. Notably, the 265 Alston & Bird attorneys recognized by the 2026 edition of The Best Lawyers in America® includes 22 first-time honorees; all 11 of the firm’s U.S. offices and 69 practice areas are represented.