About Henry James Fasthoff

Henry James Fasthoff IV is an attorney based in The Woodlands, Texas, with a focus on various legal disciplines including business law, intellectual property, appeals, arbitration, communications, and entertainment law. He earned his Juris Doctor from the University of Houston Law Center in 1997, following his Bachelor of Science degree from Florida State University College of Law in 1994. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his multifaceted legal practice. Admitted to the Texas State Bar in 1997, Fasthoff also holds bar memberships in New York and Tennessee, with bar numbers 24003510, 4449419, and 030578, respectively. His federal court admissions are extensive, including the U.S. Supreme Court, the U.S.

Court of Appeals for the Fifth and Sixth Circuits. The U.S. District Courts for the Eastern, Southern, and Western Districts of Texas. This broad range of admissions allows him to represent clients in various jurisdictions, enhancing his ability to navigate complex legal fields. Fasthoff’s practice covers many legal issues. He specializes in creditor's rights, real estate litigation, commodities fraud, insurance coverage disputes, and employment litigation, particularly in matters involving noncompete and non-solicitation agreements.

His experience spans numerous cities, including New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, and Nashville, as well as various locations throughout Texas. This geographical diversity enriches his understanding of different legal environments and client needs. In the entertainment sector, Fasthoff has built a notable reputation by representing Grammy and ASCAP Award-winning recording artists, songwriters, producers, and both major and independent record labels. His expertise extends to music publishers, management companies, and advertising agencies. Services he provides include advising on intellectual property asset development, negotiating and drafting music industry agreements, and preparing endorsement agreements. Additionally, he offers guidance on sweepstakes rules and regulations, ensuring compliance and protecting client interests.

Fasthoff is an active member of several professional associations, which further shows his commitment to the legal community. He is involved with the New York Bar, the Entertainment & Sports Law Sections of both the Houston Bar Association and the State Bar of Texas, as well as the Litigation Section and the Computer & Technology Law Section of the State Bar of Texas. He has also contributed to the legal field by serving on the Board of Advisors for the SMU Law School Computer & Tech Law Symposium and as a State Bar Liaison for the SMU Computer Law Review & Technology Journal. His office is located at 21 Waterway Ave., Suite 300, The Woodlands, TX 77380, and he can be reached at (713) 929-9314 for consultations.

Education

University Of Houston

Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.)

1997

Florida State University College of Law

B.S. (1994)

1994

Languages

Spanish (Spoken)

Accepted Jurisdictions

5th Circuit
6th Circuit
Southern District of Texas
Texas
Eastern District of Texas
U.S. Supreme Court
Western District of Texas
New York
Tennessee

Court Admissions

U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Supreme Court · Admitted 1997
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit U.S. Circuit Court · Admitted 1997
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit U.S. Circuit Court · Admitted 1997
U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas U.S. District Court · Admitted 1997
U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas U.S. District Court · Admitted 1997
U.S. District Court for the Western District of Texas U.S. District Court · Admitted 1997
New York State Office of Court Administration State Supreme Court · Admitted 2007
Board of Professional Responsibility of the Supreme Court of Tennessee State Supreme Court · Admitted 2011

Types of Cases Handled

Business Law Intellectual Property Appeals Arbitration Communications Entertainment

Legal Services Scope

Litigation Arbitration Mediation

Professional Associations

New York Bar

has membership 2007 - Current

Entertainment & Sports Law Section, Houston Bar Association

has membership, Council has membership 2003 - Current

Entertainment & Sports Law Section, State Bar of Texas

has membership, Council has membership 2003 - Current

Litigation Section, State Bar of Texas

has membership 2003 - Current

SMU Law School Computer & Tech Law Symposium

Board of Advisors, has membership 2004 - 2005

Computer & Technology Law Section, State Bar of Texas

Council has membership 2002 - 2005

The Houston Lawyer Magazine

Editorial Board has membership 2003 - 2004

SMU Computer Law Review & Technology Journal, State Bar Liaison

State Bar Liason 2003 - 2004

Law & The Media Committee, Houston Bar Association

Council has membership 2003 - 2004

Cyberlaw Section, Houston Bar Association

Council has membership 2002 - 2004

Office Locations

Main Office

 21 Waterway Ave. Suite 300 The Woodlands TX 77380