Ranked in 1 Practice Areas
4

Band 4

Litigation: General Commercial

North Carolina

12 Years Ranked

About

Provided by Gavin Parsons

USA

Practice Areas

Bet-the-Company Litigation

Business Disputes

Commercial Litigation

Cybersecurity Litigation

Licensing Disputes

Franchise Litigation

Insurance Counseling and Recovery

Intellectual Property Litigation

NC Business Court

Unfair Competition

Trade Secret Litigation

Career

Gavin Parsons is a seasoned attorney specializing in high-stakes civil litigation, representing clients from diverse backgrounds, including major corporations, local businesses, and individuals. With a proven track record in both state and federal courts, including the North Carolina Business Court, Gavin is known for his practical, results-oriented approach.

His practice encompasses a broad range of legal issues, with a particular focus on business and intellectual property litigation. He has extensive experience handling complex commercial disputes, trademark, copyright, patent, and trade secret claims. His work also extends to unfair trade practices, antitrust violations, breach of contract, land use disputes, and insurance coverage matters, often representing policyholders.

Throughout his career, Gavin has consistently delivered positive outcomes for his clients. He has successfully resolved numerous intellectual property cases, including patent and trade dress disputes, and has navigated complex trade secret and business sales matters in the North Carolina Business Court. In commercial litigation, he has successfully defended against multi-million-dollar contract claims and dissolved injunctions that could have significantly impacted his clients' operations.

Gavin's deep legal knowledge and unwavering commitment to client advocacy make him a trusted advisor. He guides clients through complex legal challenges, empowering them to confidently pursue their goals.

Education

Wake Forest University School of Law

Juris Doctor

2001

North Carolina State University

Bachelor of Art

1998

Awards

Super Lawyer, Business Litigation

North Carolina Super Lawyers

2026

Best Lawyer

The Best Lawyers in America

2026

Litigation: General Commercial

Chambers

2025

Super Lawyer, Business Litigation

North Carolina Super Lawyers

2025

Best Lawyer

The Best Lawyers in America

2025

Litigation: General Commercial

Chambers USA

2024

Super Lawyer, Business Litigation

North Carolina Super Lawyers

2024

Best Lawyer

The Best Lawyers in America

2024

Legal Elite, Intellectual Property

Business North Carolina

2024

Litigation: General Commercial

Chambers USA

2023

Super Lawyer, Business Litigation

North Carolina Super Lawyers

2023

Best Lawyer

The Best Lawyers in America

2023

Litigation: General Commercial

Chambers USA

2022

Super Lawyer, Business Litigation

North Carolina Super Lawyers

2022

Best Lawyer

The Best Lawyers in America

2022

Litigation: General Commercial

Chambers USA

2021

Super Lawyer, Business Litigation

North Carolina Super Lawyers

2021

Best Lawyer

The Bet Lawyers in America

2021

Litigation: General Commercial

Chambers USA

2020

Super Lawyer, Business Litigation

North Carolina Super Lawyers

2020

Legal Elite, Intellectual Property

Business North Carolina

2020

Litigation: General Commercial

Chambers USA

2019

Super Lawyer, Business Litigation

North Carolina Super Lawyers

2019

Litigation: General Commercial

Chambers USA

2018

Litigation: General Commercial

Chambers USA

2017

Litigation: General Commercial

Chambers USA

2016

Litigation: General Commercial

Chambers USA

2015

Rising Star

North Carolina Super Lawyers

2015

Rising Star

North Carolina Super Lawyers

2014

Rising Star

North Carolina Super Lawyers

2013

Rising Star

North Carolina Super Lawyers

2012

Rising Star

North Carolina Super Lawyers

2011

Rising Star

North Carolina Super Lawyers

2010

Rising Star

North Carolina Super Lawyers

2009

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

Chambers Guide to the USA

Litigation: General Commercial - North Carolina

4
Band 4
Individual Editorial

Gavin Parsons of Ward and Smith is a litigator noted for his representation of corporate clients and individuals in IP, antitrust and franchise disputes as well as a range of business litigation. He offers additional strength in trade secrets claims.

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