Looks like this article was in reference to 2006...but relevant none the less.

Editor: The Eastern District of Texas may well lead all federal court districts this year in patent lawsuits. From your perspective, why does the Eastern District of Texas continue to remain a preferred venue for patent litigation?

Baxter: There are three basic reasons. The first is that we have really good judges that do not mind hearing patent cases. They often come to the right conclusions and work with well-designed court rules that are strictly enforced. They expect the lawyers to be professional and to act that way, which results in cases moving at a pretty good pace. The second reason is that you get very smart juries regardless of whether you are a plaintiff or defendant because jurors tend to take a common sense approach to deciding cases. Juries are able to make fair decisions about complex matters. Finally, the fast pace at which the court reaches decisions is another high point for both plaintiffs and defendants.

Editor: Does a "rocket docket" favor plaintiffs or defendants?

Baxter: It really does not matter whether you are the plaintiff or the defendant. Both sides will want a quick resolution since their business future often depends on the outcome. Achieving a faster result benefits both sides

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