About Katherine Leslie
Katherine Leslie Sunstrom is an accomplished intellectual property attorney based in Houston, Texas. Licensed to practice law in Texas since 2002, she has built a robust career dedicated to the details of intellectual property law. Currently, Ms. Sunstrom serves as an associate attorney at Lorance & Thompson, P.C., located at 2900 North Loop West, Suite 500, Houston, TX 77092. Her role at the firm allows her to leverage her experience while providing legal support to clients. Ms. Sunstrom earned her Juris Doctor (J.D.) from the University of Houston in 2002, a pivotal moment that laid the foundation for her legal career.
Prior to her legal education, she completed her undergraduate studies at the University of Texas in 1999, where she developed a strong analytical skill set that would later benefit her practice. After law school, her career path led her to a solo practice, where she focused on assisting small businesses and individuals with their copyright, trademark, intellectual property, and business litigation needs. This experience developed her ability to adopt the entrepreneurial values of her clients, positioning her as a champion for their efforts to grow and protect their intellectual property and goodwill. Before joining Lorance & Thompson in 2010, Ms. Sunstrom spent five years at a Houston boutique patent litigation firm. Although her initial focus was on patent litigation, her involvement in trademark and copyright cases sparked a keen interest in these areas of law. This shift allowed her to expand her expertise and provide comprehensive legal solutions to her clients.
Her background in patent litigation enriched her understanding of the broader spectrum of intellectual property law. As a result, the attorney can address complex issues with confidence and precision. Ms. Sunstrom's expertise is recognized in the legal community. In 2014, she was honored as a Fellow of the Next Generation Project by The Robert S. Strauss Center for International Security and Law, a recognition that shows her commitment to advancing the field of intellectual property law. This fellowship reflects her dedication to not only her clients but also to the broader legal field.
Her involvement in various legal organizations further enhances her professional development and keeps her abreast of the latest trends and changes in intellectual property law. Active in the Texas State Bar, Ms. Sunstrom is eligible to practice in Texas, where she continues to make significant contributions to her clients and the legal community. Her commitment to intellectual property law, coupled with her entrepreneurial spirit, positions her as a valuable resource for clients handling the requirements of protecting their innovations and creative works. As she continues her career at Lorance & Thompson, Ms. Sunstrom remains dedicated to championing the interests of her clients while fostering growth and innovation in the field.
