Joshua Simmons

Joshua Simmons is a nationally recognized appellate and trial court litigator, who has been lauded in prior Chambers guides as an “exceptional,” “forceful,” and “creative” “brainiac.” Due to his “deep knowledge of intellectual property law” and “particularly sophisticated software practice,” he has achieved wins resulting in over $1.6 billion in combined plaintiff-side verdicts, preliminary and permanent injunctions, and complete dismissals in defense-side cases before and at trial. With “notable expertise” with “entertainment and technology sector clients,” he has been recognized for his eye-catching media litigations — which involve film, news, publishing, social media, sports, television, theatre and video games — and for his technology practice — including artificial intelligence, computer software and services, circuitry and semiconductors, immersive technology, Internet-based systems, pharmaceuticals and medical devices, and telecommunications. He is sought after for complex cases and those of first impression, as well as strategic counseling, portfolio management, and policy advice.

In prior years, clients have described Josh as a “real expert” who “is completely on top of cases at all times,” “is an insightful and able communicator,” and “has a 360 degree view of the entire litigation” with case theories "thought out in so many angles." They called him "impeccable,“ “diligent and responsive,” and “very, very available.” Clients also noted that he is “incredibly smart, super informed, and creative in his approach,” with “deep” and "encyclopedic knowledge," "amazing writing skills,“ and “excellent work quality.” They found him “very practical,” “insightful,” and “pragmatic” with “business-savvy advice" that "always keeps the client's goals in mind" and makes them "feel confident." And they wrote that he is “wonderful,” “excellent,” "even and steady," and a "terrific team player” who is “positive,” “productive,” and a “pleasure” and “delightful to work with.”