Luis Padilla | Software Consultant

Luis Padilla

Software Consultant

As a consultant in software litigation, Luis Padilla provides insight from expertise in hardware design and software development. Holding a B.S. in Electrical Engineering, he has acquired knowledge in various technology domains, including computer architecture, digital systems, FPGA/ASIC implementations, firmware, operating systems, embedded systems, cloud computing, and cellular protocols.

Luis is proficient in computer programming, digital system design, computer architecture, and firmware implementations. His engagement in significant litigation consulting demonstrates his versatility in the technical and legal aspects of technology. Paired with strong communication skills, Luis excels at making complex technical concepts digestible for non-technical people.

He delves into source-code discovery for patent infringement cases and other software litigation matters.

Summary of Qualifications

  • Serves as a software consultant and source-code analyst in litigation, demonstrating practical application of technical knowledge.
  • Comprehensive knowledge in hardware design, including digital systems, computer architecture, and FPGA/ASIC implementations.
  • Experience in technology domains such as operating systems, embedded systems, UX/UI design, networking, IoT, cloud computing, and cybersecurity.
  • Skilled in multiple programming languages (C, C++, Java, Python) and familiar with others like Kubernetes and Verilog.
  • Holds a B.S. in Electrical Engineering with a minor in Mathematics from Texas A&M University.

Areas of Expertise

  • Technology Domains
    Hardware Design Areas, Operating Systems, Embedded Systems, UX/UI, Networking and IoT, Cloud Computing, CyberSecurity, LTE/5G Cellular Protocols.
  • Hardware Technology Areas
    Digital System Design, Computer Architecture, FPGA/ASIC Implementations, Analog Circuit Design, Power Management.
  • Software Technology Areas
    C, C++, Verilog, Java, Python, and Kubernetes. Exposed to C#, JavaScript, SystemC, and HTML.
  • Platforms
    Worked with Windows, Linux, Android, and iOS.

Litigation Consulting

  • Husqvarna Professional Products, Inc v. Robin Autopilot Holdings, LLC |
    Jurisdiction: State of NC, Mecklenburg County, Superior Court
    Case Number: 23-CVS-5594, 1117010.2, 1117761.1
    Counsel: Bell, Davis, & Pitt, PA.
    Nature of Suit: Trade Secret
  • Inter Partes Review of U.S. Patent No. 11,265,404 |
    Jurisdiction: U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)
    Case Number: IPR2024-00113, IPR2024-00114
    Counsel: Steptoe, LLC
    Nature of Suit: Patent
  • RavenWhite Licensing LLC v. The Home Depot, Inc
    RavenWhite Licensing LLC v. Walmart Inc     |
    Jurisdiction: US District Court, Eastern District of Texas
    Case Number: 2:23-cv-00423, 2:23-cv-00418
    Counsel: Kramer Alberti Lim & Tonkovich LLP
    Nature of Suit: Patent
  • Inter Partes Review of U.S. Patent No. 8,737,933 and Patent No. 9,173,054 |
    Jurisdiction: U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)
    Case Number: IPR2024-00305
    Counsel: McKool Smith, Alston & Bird LLP
    Nature of Suit: Patent
  • InQuisient Inc v. ServiceNow, Inc |
    Jurisdiction: US District Court for the District of Delaware
    Case Number: 1:22-cv-00900
    Counsel: Fish & Richardson P.C.
    Nature of Suit: Patent
  • Electronic Devices Including Smartphones, Computers, Tablet Computers, and Components Thereof |
    Jurisdiction: International Trade Commission (ITC)
    Case Number: 337-TA-1373
    Counsel: Alston & Bird LLP
    Nature of Suit: Patent
  • DWF v. Target |
    Case Number: 1:21-cv-01376-SB (DE)
    Counsel: Troutman Pepper Hamilton Sanders LLP
    Nature of Suit: Patent
    Technology: Web-based CAD applications
  • BE Tech v. Google |
    Case Number: 1:20-cv-00622-GBW (DE)
    Counsel: King & Wood Mallesons
    Nature of Suit: Patent
    Technology: Targeted advertising
  • BE Tech v. Twitter |
    Case Number: 1:20-cv-00621-GBW (DE)
    Counsel: King & Wood Mallesons
    Nature of Suit: Patent
    Technology: Targeted advertising
  • Open Text v. CrowdStrike |
    Case Number: 6:22-cv-00241 (W.D. TX)
    Counsel: King & Spalding LLP
    Nature of Suit: Patent
    Technology: Antivirus and cybersecurity
  • Sectra v. Absolute |
    Case Number: 2:22-cv-0353-RSM (W.D. WA)
    Counsel: Cooley LLP
    Nature of Suit: Patent
    Technology: Virtual private networks
  • Constellation Designs v. LG |
    Case Number: 2:21-cv-448 (E.D. TX)
    Counsel: Caldwell Cassady & Curry
    Nature of Suit: Patent
    Technology: Television broadcasting
  • Daedalus v. Intel ITC Matter |
    Counsel: Reichman Jorgensen
    Nature of Suit: Patent
  • Brazos v. Salesforce |
    Case Number: 6:20-cv-01163-ADA-DTG, 6:20-cv-01172-ADA-DTG (W.D. TX)
    Counsel: Kasowitz Benson Torres
    Nature of Suit: Patent
    Technology: Customer Resource Management Software
  • RightQuestion v. Samsung |
    Case Number: 2:21-cv-00238 (E.D. TX)
    Counsel: McKool Smith
    Nature of Suit: Patent
    Technology: Android biometric authentication and security
  • Monument Peak Ventures LLC v. Xerox |
    Case Number: 2:21-cv-00345 (E.D. TX)
    Counsel: Connor, Lee, & Shumaker
    Nature of Suit: Patent
    Technology: Networked printers
  • D3D v. Microsoft |
    Case Number: 6:20-cv-1699 (M.D. FL)
    Counsel: Dunlap Bennett & Ludwig PLLC
    Nature of Suit: Patent
    Technology: Virtual reality
  • Sipco v. Commscope |
    Case Number: 5:20-cv-00168 (E.D. TX)
    Counsel: Mayer Brown LLP
    Nature of Suit: Patent
    Technology: mesh networks
  • Dali v. Corning |
    Case Number: 3:19-cv-714 (W.D. NC)
    Counsel: Folio Law Group PLLC
    Nature of Suit: Patent
    Technology: 3G/4G cellular resource allocation
  • Express Lien v. Handle |
    Case Number: 2:19-cv-10156 (E.D. LA)
    Counsel: Lugenbuhl, Wheaton, Peck, Rankin & Hubbard
    Nature of Suit: Patent
    Technology: Web development
  • Huawei v. Verizon |
    Case Number: 2:20-cv-00030 (E.D. TX)
    Counsel: Caldwell Cassady & Curry
    Nature of Suit: Patent
  • GenAccess v. Sprint |
    Case Number: 2:20-cv-00007 (E.D. TX)
    Counsel: Bartlit Beck LLP
    Nature of Suit: Patent
    Technology: LTE beamforming
  • UEI v. Roku ITC Matter |
    Case Number: 337-TA-1200 (ITC)
    Counsel: Alston & Bird LLP
    Nature of Suit: Patent
    Technology: Streaming players, televisions, set top boxes, remote controllers, and components thereof.
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