Valerie Barker

Valerie Barker is a Senior Associate at SLAYDEN GRUBERT BEARD PLLC, where she is part of the Intellectual Property Practice group based in Austin, Texas. She has been with the firm since August 2023. Prior to her current role, she worked at Norton Rose Fulbright as a Senior Associate for nearly two years and spent over eight years at Baker Botts in various capacities, including as an Associate.1

Professional Background

• Current Position: Senior Associate at SLAYDEN GRUBERT BEARD PLLC (August 2023 - Present)
• Previous Positions:
  • Senior Associate at Norton Rose Fulbright (November 2021 - August 2023)
  • Associate at Baker Botts (September 2013 - November 2021)
  • Summer Associate at Baker Botts (2012)
  • Research Assistant at the University of Virginia School of Law (2011-2012)

Education

Valerie Barker holds multiple degrees:

• JD from the University of Virginia School of Law (2010 - 2013)
• MS in Engineering Management from Southern Methodist University (2004 - 2005)
• BS in Mechanical Engineering and BS in Aerospace Engineering from Oklahoma State University (2000 - 2003)

Skills and Expertise

Her expertise lies primarily in intellectual property law, particularly focusing on patent litigation and prosecution. Additionally, her engineering background contributes to her understanding of technical aspects relevant to her legal practice.1