Raymond L. Panneton

Raymond L. Panneton is a nationally recognized business litigation and intellectual property lawyer representing professionals, businesses, and influencers across Texas and beyond. He focuses on high-stakes commercial disputes involving breach of contract, trade secret misappropriation, partnership disagreements, and IP enforcement. His litigation strategy is detail-oriented, trial-tested, and client-focused.

Raymond earned his Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Baylor University Honors College, graduating with minors in Church-State Studies and Criminal Justice. He then received his Juris Doctor from Texas Southern University—Thurgood Marshall School of Law, where he developed skills in courtroom advocacy, legal research, and compliance matters.

Raymond leads his firm’s social media and digital content law practice, representing influencers, content creators, and online brands across platforms like Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and emerging channels. He advises on intellectual property protection, brand licensing agreements, business formation and structuring, and compliance with key federal regulations, including FTC endorsement guidelines and FDA advertising rules. With a background rooted in both law and digital media, Raymond is uniquely equipped to resolve disputes that arise at the intersection of online content, brand partnerships, and regulatory compliance.

Beyond litigation, Raymond serves as General Counsel at Hendershot Cowart P.C., managing legal operations and ensuring firmwide regulatory compliance. He has received several accolades, including being named “Houston’s Top Lawyers” and Young Lawyer of the Year by the Bell County Bar Association. Clients regularly commend his responsiveness, strategy, and clear communication.

Raymond L. Panneton is admitted to practice in Texas, the District of Columbia, the U.S. Supreme Court, and multiple federal courts. He also serves in leadership roles with the American Bar Association, Houston Bar Association, and is a Fellow of both the American and Texas Bar Foundations. Raymond continues to help clients protect their businesses, intellectual assets, and reputations through strategic litigation and sound legal counsel.

Law Office Affiliations

• Shareholder and General Counsel, Hendershot Cowart PC
• Vice Chair, American Bar Association
• Member, Houston Bar Association

Licensed State

• Texas
• District of Columbia

Education

• Texas Southern University – Thurgood Marshall School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Baylor University Honors College
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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