Ranked in 1 Practice Areas
4

Band 4

Intellectual Property

North Carolina

5 Years Ranked

About

Provided by Joseph Schouten

USA

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

4
Band 4
Individual Editorial
Joseph Schouten represents a range of clients in intellectual property litigation, including patent and trademark infringement disputes.

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