Atty. James Lyle Howard

Atty. James Lyle Howard

Mr. James Lyle Howard is a lawyer practicing general practice, patent litigation, patent prosecution & counseling and 1 other area of law.

Winston Salem Winston Salem 17 yrs experience 17 year
Call (336) 609-7929 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About James Lyle Howard at a glance

James Lyle Howard is an Associate based in Winston Salem, North Carolina, practicing at Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton LLP. They have 17+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2009. Their practice focuses on patent and ip. Educated at Duke University School of Law (J.D., 2009) and University of Miami (B.S. Computer, 2000). Serands clients in Winston Salem, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. James Lyle Howard is a lawyer practicing general practice, patent litigation, patent prosecution & counseling and 1 other area of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from University of Miami in 2000, and has been licensed for 17 years
  • James practices at Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton LLP in Winston-Salem, NC

Practice Areas Explained

James Lyle Howard's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Lyle Howard handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Patent Law

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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in North Carolina

Practicing law in North Carolina. Legal matters in North Carolina are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Winston Salem are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate North Carolina state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in North Carolina brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in North Carolina courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

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Where is James Lyle Howard's law office located?
James Lyle Howard's law practice is located in Winston Salem, North Carolina. The firm is Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Lyle Howard handle?
James Lyle Howard focuses on patent, ip. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has James Lyle Howard practiced law?
James Lyle Howard has 17+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2009.
Where did James Lyle Howard go to law school?
James Lyle Howard earned their education at (J.D., 2009); (B.S. Computer, 2000).
How can I contact James Lyle Howard for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Duke University School of Law
- 2009
B.S. Computer
University of Miami
- 2000

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