About Gavin
Gavin B. Parsons: Experienced Attorney in High-Stakes Civil Litigation in North Carolina
Gavin B. Parsons is an experienced attorney representing many clients—from large corporations to local businesses and individuals—in high-stakes civil litigation in state and federal courts, including the North Carolina Business Court. Known for his practical, results-driven style, Gavin employs a strategic approach and creative thinking to deliver solutions clients need in a manner they appreciate. With a practice centered on both business and intellectual property litigation, Gavin tackles an extensive range of legal issues. He has substantial experience litigating complex commercial disputes and intellectual property matters, including trademark, copyright, patent, and trade secret claims. His work spans issues of unfair trade practices, antitrust violations, breach of contract, land use disputes, and insurance coverage conflicts on behalf of the policyholder.
Practice Areas
- Litigation - Intellectual Property
- Commercial Litigation
Throughout his career, Gavin has helped his clients achieve their desired outcomes. He has successfully resolved numerous intellectual property cases, including patent and trade dress disputes. Gavin has also handled complex trade secret cases along with business sales disputes in the North Carolina Business Court. In commercial litigation, he has successfully defended against multi-million-dollar contract disputes and dissolved injunctions threatening critical projects.
Gavin’s extensive experience and dedication to client advocacy make him a trusted advisor. He helps clients navigate complex legal challenges and confidently move forward.
Education:
- Wake Forest University, Juris Doctorate
- North Carolina State University, Bachelor of Business Administration
Affiliations:
- Firm: Ward and Smith PA - Attorneys at Law, Raleigh, North Carolina
- Recognized since 2021 as a Recognized in Best Attorney USA
Awards:
- Recognized: Appellate Practice
- Recognized: Commercial Litigation
- Recognized: Litigation - Intellectual Property
- Practice Area: Civil Rights Law, North Carolina Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers, Chambers USA