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Ward and Smith PA

Intellectual Property

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In today's knowledge-driven economy, intellectual property is a company's crown jewel. Ward and Smith, P.A.'s Intellectual Property (IP) practice group understands this. We help businesses of all sizes navigate the global landscape to develop, manage, and protect their valuable IP assets. Our team offers comprehensive services, from crafting a winning portfolio strategy to securing and enforcing your IP rights. We guide clients through domestic and international matters, including acquisition, licensing, development, management, and dispute resolution. Whether you're a startup or a seasoned corporation, we have the expertise to address your diverse intellectual property needs.

Several of our attorneys are North Carolina State Bar Board Certified Specialists. Two of our attorneys have received certification as Certified Information Privacy Professional-United States (CIPP/US), and one is an AI Governance Professional.

Industries (8)

  • University and Corporate Entities
  • Manufacturers of products such as pharmaceutical equipment, medical devices, household appliances, textiles, ground improvement technologies
  • Banks and other financial institutions
  • Health care providers
  • Computer software programmers, vendors, and marketers
  • Businesses with proprietary technologies
  • Distributors
  • Internet service providers and other e-businesses; and other businesses with scientific, technological, or intellectual property interests

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Intellectual Property - North Carolina

Band 3

What the Team is Known For

Ward and Smith PA is a respected team offering a full range of IP litigation services. The firm serves as lead counsel for clients on disputes involving patent infringement, trade secret misappropriation and unfair competition. The group also advises clients on IP matters including foreign trademark filing and federal trademark applications.

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Work Highlights

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  • Ward and Smith PA represented Eagles Nest Outfitters in a patent infringement, trademark infringement, and counterfeiting lawsuit against, Taomore, Wecro,

    and their principals.

Strengths

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  • Availability and consistency in meeting client needs are paramount in distinguishing Ward and Smith.

    Intellectual Property respondentUSA

  • Ward and Smith has a communicative team.

    Intellectual Property respondentUSA

  • The firm has strong litigators who are good at understanding objectives of litigation and staying focused in achieving those.

    Intellectual Property respondentUSA

  • Ward & Smith provides sound advice in relation to trademark and IP matters.

    Intellectual Property respondentUSA

Notable Practitioners

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  • Angela Doughty
    Angela Doughty

    Angela Doughty

    Angela Doughty has an excellent capacity to handle trademark litigation and portfolio management.

    • Angela is without a doubt the top of field for efficiency and knowledge of trademark law.

      Intellectual Property respondentUSA
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  • Arthur DeBaugh
    Arthur DeBaugh

    Arthur DeBaugh

    Arthur DeBaugh has experience handling trademark prosecutions and other intellectual property concerns on behalf of a diverse client base.
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  • Joseph Schouten
    Joseph Schouten

    Joseph Schouten

    Joseph Schouten represents a range of clients in intellectual property litigation, including patent and trademark infringement disputes.

    • Joseph has a lot of tenacity and energy.

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