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F. Christopher Austin is an accomplished attorney based in Nevada, specializing in personal injury law and bringing over 15 years of extensive experience in commercial litigation and intellectual property. As a valued member of Weide & Miller, Ltd., Mr. Austin has dedicated his career to helping businesses and individuals safeguard their intellectual properties, including patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets. His expertise shines particularly in emergency legal actions, where he has successfully halted infringement and secured infringing materials at the onset of litigation, often leading to swift resolutions. Mr. Austin’s track record is impressive, with significant victories that include the seizure of lawn mowers and tractors infringing on Briggs and Stratton’s trademarks at the National Hardware Show, preventing the importation of counterfeit Gibson Les Paul guitars, and obtaining court orders to confiscate infringing Cartier watches and Dooney and Bourke handbags. He has also defended high-profile productions such as “The B-Beatle Show” and “The Rat Pack Is Back” against unwarranted infringement claims, showcasing his commitment to protecting the creative rights of his clients. His legal prowess extends beyond intellectual property; before joining Weide & Miller, Mr. Austin honed his skills at some of the nation’s largest law firms, including Greenberg Traurig and Hale Lane. His diverse experience includes representing a Nevada oil company in a shareholder dispute before a Kazakhstan appeals court, illustrating his capability to navigate complex legal landscapes. Mr. Austin began his legal journey as a JAG officer in the United States Air Force, where he prosecuted and defended military courts-martial and handled civilian crimes on federal land. He also represented the Air Force in multi-million dollar wrongful death and personal injury litigation. A graduate of Brigham Young University with a Juris Doctor in 1995, Mr. Austin was actively involved in law school, serving as a member of the winning Trial Advocacy Competition Team and as a Note and Comment Editor for the BYU Journal of Public Law. His commitment to social issues is evident from his collaboration with then-Congressman Bill Orton on legislation addressing child abuse on Indian lands. Fluent in Korean thanks to extensive time spent living and working in South Korea, Mr. Austin's language skills facilitated a prestigious legal clerkship at the esteemed firm of Kim & Chang. Outside the legal realm, he is an enthusiastic outdoorsman and dedicated volunteer with the Boy Scouts of America, having served as both a Scoutmaster and District Commissioner. A passionate runner, Mr. Austin has completed over 14 marathons, including the Boston Marathon and two ultra-marathons, demonstrating his unwavering commitment and discipline, both in and out of the courtroom.

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