Christopher A. Carnes

Christopher A. Carnes is an attorney practicing patent litigation, affiliated with the Dallas-based intellectual property and commercial litigation boutique firm Buether Joe & Counselors, LLC. The firm specializes in patent, copyright, trademark infringement, and other intellectual property and commercial disputes.

Carnes's known patent litigation experience includes serving as Local Counsel for the plaintiff, IoT Innovations LLC, in IoT Innovations LLC v. Resideo Technologies, Inc. This case, filed in the Eastern District of Texas, involved patent infringement claims related to smart home and security products, including smart thermostats, cameras, plugs, and sensors. IoT Innovations LLC is described as an entity associated with Empire IP LLC, a prolific non-practicing entity (NPE).

Based on the available information, Carnes's involvement in the IoT Innovations case suggests experience on the plaintiff side, particularly in cases involving smart home technology and potentially with non-practicing entities. Specific details regarding his broader technology focus areas, additional notable case outcomes, or experience in PTAB/IPR proceedings are not readily available in public records.

Information regarding Christopher A. Carnes's specific bar admissions or educational background is not publicly available through standard legal professional databases or firm websites.