Gavin B. Parsons

Gavin B. Parsons


Ward and Smith, P.A.

Recognized since 2021

Raleigh, North Carolina

Practice Areas

Appellate Practice

Commercial Litigation

Litigation - Intellectual Property

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Gavin 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.

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.

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Location
  • 751 Corporate Center Drive, Suite 300
    P.O. Box 33009
    Raleigh, NC 27636-3009
Education
  • Wake Forest University, JD, graduated 2001
  • North Carolina State University, BA, graduated 1998
Bar Admissions
  • North Carolina, 2001
Court Admissions
  • U.S. Supreme Court
  • U.S. Court of Appeals Federal Circuit
  • U.S. Cort of Appeals 4th Circuit
  • U.S. District Court of Eastern, Middle, and Western Districts of North Carolina

Ward and Smith, P.A.
Headquarters: New Bern, North Carolina

56 The Best Lawyers in America® awards

14 Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America awards

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Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® 2025 for work in:
  • Appellate Practice
  • Commercial Litigation
  • Litigation - Intellectual Property
Awards:
  • North Carolina Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers

  • Chambers USA, General Commercial Litigation

Additional Areas of Practice:
  • Civil Rights Law

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