Intellectual Property
North Carolina
5 years ranked
LAWYER PROFILE
Joseph Schouten
USA 2026
Ranked in 1 practice area
About
Provided by Ward and Smith PA
Practice Areas
Intellectual Property Litigation
Patent
Trade Secrets
E-Discovery
Litigation
Career
Joe is a seasoned litigator who thrives in the dynamic world of intellectual property (IP) law. He serves as a fierce advocate for clients facing challenges related to patents, trademarks, and copyrights. Whether it's fending off infringement claims or safeguarding valuable trade secrets from misappropriation, Joe possesses the tenacity and expertise to navigate complex legal battles.
His impressive track record encompasses victories in trial courts, appellate courts – including the prestigious Federal Circuit – and administrative agencies such as the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board. Joe's legal prowess extends beyond IP disputes. He also tackles complex, high-stakes litigation across a diverse client base, demonstrating his versatility and ability to excel in a variety of legal arenas.
Education
College of William & Mary Law School
Juris Doctor
2004
University of Dayton
Bachelor of Art
2001
Awards
WTR: 1000
World Trademark Review
2026
Best Lawyer
The Best Lawyers in America
2026
Future Star
Benchmark Litigation
2026
Intellectual Property
Chambers USA
2025
WTR: 1000
World Trademark Review 1000
2025
Patent Star
IP Stars from Managing IP
2025
Future Star
Benchmark Litigation
2025
Legal Elite
Business North Carolina
2025
Intellectual Property
Chambers USA
2024
WTR: 1000
World Trademark Review 1000
2024
Patent Star
IP Stars from Managing IP
2024
Future Star
Benchmark Litigation
2024
Intellectual Property
Chambers USA
2023
WTR: 1000
World Trademark Review 1000
2023
Patent Star
IP Stars from Managing IP
2023
Future Star
Benchmark Litigation
2023
Intellectual Property
Chambers USA
2022
WTR 1000
World Trademark Review 1000
2022
Future Star
Benchmark Litigation
2022
Legal Elite
Business North Carolina
2022
WTR 1000
World Trademark Review 1000
2021
Future Star
Benchmark Litigation
2021
WTR 1000
World Trademark Review 1000
2020
Legal Elite
Business North Carolina
2019
Chambers Review
Provided by Chambers
Chambers Guide to the USA
Intellectual Property - North Carolina
Band 4
Individual Editorial
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
Joseph has a lot of tenacity and energy.
Intellectual PropertyChambers Guide to the USA
Ranked Individuals at Ward and Smith PA (11)
North Carolina
Lance Martin
Bankruptcy/Restructuring
View profile 
Paul A Fanning
Bankruptcy/Restructuring
View profile 
Christina Cress
Energy & Natural Resources
View profile 
Amy Wang
Environment
View profile 
Amy Wooten
Head of Insurance
View profile 
Angela Doughty
Intellectual Property
View profile 
Arthur DeBaugh
Intellectual Property
View profile Joseph Schouten
Intellectual Property
View profile 
S. Mckinley Grey
Labor & Employment
View profile 
Gavin Parsons
Litigation: General Commercial
View profile 
Samuel B. Franck
Real Estate: Zoning/Land Use
View profile
What success is built on
Chambers is the leading data and intelligence partner for the legal sector.