Elite Litigators & Advisors

Austin-based commercial and IP litigation and business law firm with nationwide reach

Our Versatility

Botkin Chiarello Calaf’s attorneys have experience representing clients across diverse industries and wide-ranging legal issues—whether you’re looking for a uniquely qualified commercial or IP litigator, an outside general counsel, or a seasoned employment counselor, we will deliver.

Commercial Litigation

Our experienced trial lawyers represent clients in a variety of complex commercial disputes over business agreements and transactions, corporate acquisitions, and other contractual and property rights issues.

Intellectual Property Disputes

Our attorneys have deep experience representing plaintiffs in protecting their intellectual property rights in court and defendants who are defending against infringement claims.

Business Law

We counsel clients on the legal aspects of running a business.  From advising which laws apply to which employers, to negotiating contracts, to developing dispute-resolutions strategies, we are a resource to our clients so that they can focus on business objectives.

Who We Are

Botkin Chiarello Calaf is a diverse team of lawyers who bring a collaborative approach to every matter, so each client benefits from the depth and breadth of our collective experience, knowledge, and judgment.

Our Values

Our lawyers and their contributions to our community speak volumes: we are deeply committed to diversity in the legal profession, we dedicate meaningful pro bono time to cases serving both the public and individuals in need, we mentor the next generation, and we invest our time in making Austin, Texas the community we’re proud of.

Featured Insights

BCC Team Secures Trademark for Austin Restaurant and its Award-Winning Salsa
September 23, 2025

BCC Team Secures Trademark for Austin Restaurant and its Award-Winning Salsa

BCC helps Eldorado Cafe secure USPTO trademarks for its name and award-winning “Salsa X” after success at the 2024 Austin Chronicle Hot Sauce Festival.
Texas Super Lawyers, Rising Stars Recognize Seven Botkin Chiarello Calaf Attorneys on Annual List of Outstanding Attorneys
September 18, 2025

Texas Super Lawyers, Rising Stars Recognize Seven Botkin Chiarello Calaf Attorneys on Annual List of Outstanding Attorneys

Seven BCC attorneys are named to the 2025 Texas Super Lawyers and Rising Stars lists for excellence in business, IP litigation, and appeals.
BCC Files Amicus Brief in Support of Planned Parenthood Federation of America
August 21, 2025

BCC Files Amicus Brief in Support of Planned Parenthood Federation of America

Botkin Chiarello Calaf files amicus brief supporting Planned Parenthood in Fifth Circuit case on attorney immunity.
Seven Botkin Chiarello Calaf Attorneys Named to 2026 List of Outstanding Attorneys
August 21, 2025

Seven Botkin Chiarello Calaf Attorneys Named to 2026 List of Outstanding Attorneys

Botkin Chiarello Calaf celebrates seven attorneys named to the 2026 Best Lawyers and Ones to Watch lists, showcasing firm-wide recognition and talent.
Botkin Chiarello Calaf Supports Austin ISD Families with Back-to-School Fiesta
August 12, 2025

Botkin Chiarello Calaf Supports Austin ISD Families with Back-to-School Fiesta

Botkin Chiarello Calaf joins AISD’s Back to School Fiesta
BCC Team Secures Victory, Dismissal for Canadian Client at Austin Appellate Court
July 30, 2025

BCC Team Secures Victory, Dismissal for Canadian Client at Austin Appellate Court

Botkin Chiarello Calaf earns appellate victory in Texas, confirming limits of general jurisdiction for out-of-state companies.
Four Botkin Chiarello Calaf Lawyers Honored on Austin Monthly's ‘Top Attorneys’ List
July 15, 2025

Four Botkin Chiarello Calaf Lawyers Honored on Austin Monthly's ‘Top Attorneys’ List

Austin Monthly honors four Botkin Chiarello Calaf lawyers among its 2025 Top Attorneys, highlighting their litigation expertise.
Botkin Chiarello Calaf Partners Share Pre-Trial Wisdom at ‘Day in Federal Court’ CLE Event
May 13, 2025

Botkin Chiarello Calaf Partners Share Pre-Trial Wisdom at ‘Day in Federal Court’ CLE Event

BCC partners MAC and Colimon shared insights on emergency injunctive relief at TCWLA’s “Day in Federal Court” CLE on May 9 in Austin.