Steffen Horlacher

Steffen Horlacher serves as a Director and Senior Attorney at American Airlines, Inc., where he has been a key in-house legal professional for over two decades. His practice primarily centers on comprehensive commercial and corporate matters, involving complex agreements, international legal issues, joint ventures, and alliance relationships within the aviation industry. While his primary focus is on broader corporate and contract law, his responsibilities also encompass intellectual property matters, reflecting the diverse legal needs of a major airline.

In his role at American Airlines, Mr. Horlacher works on the plaintiff side for the company, consistent with an in-house attorney defending and advancing corporate interests. He manages intricate legal issues and supervises outside counsel, acting as a critical point for "head-hurting, complicated commercial matters". His career at American Airlines has seen him navigate significant corporate events, including the aftermath of 9/11, the airline's 2011 bankruptcy, and the 2014 merger with US Airways, demonstrating his deep engagement with the company's most crucial legal challenges.

While specific patent litigation outcomes or his direct involvement in IPR/PTAB proceedings are not detailed in publicly available records, his role includes managing various legal aspects for American Airlines. He was tracked in one plaintiff-side appearance in an untitled case in his capacity as Director and Senior Attorney.

Mr. Horlacher holds a J.D. (1992) and an M.A. (1993) from Albrecht Ludwigs Universitaet of Freiburg in Breisgau, and an LL.M. from the University of Houston Law Center (1996). He is admitted to the bar in Germany (1995) and New York (2001).